The equestrian world can be a daunting place, especially for ethnic minority groups who often experience discrimination or acts of microaggression while simply trying to enjoy and succeed in the sport they love. At the very minimum, equestrian businesses must ensure they provide a safe place for everyone. We hope that everyone will join us in celebrating diverse talent so we can build a sport that resembles the world we live in!

It is a privilege to ride and compete horses, but it is an even bigger privilege to be their custodians and/or owners. With the EHV-1 outbreak in California, as with any disease outbreak, it is up to individuals to act appropriately. But how far is too far when it comes to risking contracting and spreading the virus?

And what exactly is EHV-1, and how does it affect not only you and your horse, but the industry on a whole? And will those who have broken bio-security measures to get some extra training in before the season now gets underway, head to the start box with an unfair advantage..?

Diversity and inclusion within the equine industry is often a subject of debate. On one hand, we have a sport in which men and women can compete on equal terms in events, including the Olympics, however there are many other areas where we lack diversity and inclusion. The EQuerry / Co Team feel incredibly lucky that we are able to live and work with horses, so therefore we feel a responsibility to help create an industry where everyone can feel welcome.

How did the Cronavirus pandemic affect our equestrian athletes and their plans? We spoke with Ben Phillips, groom to MBE Olympic Gold Medalist and International Showjumper Scott Brash, to gain an insight into how COVID-19 required their team to change plans and adapt.

We speak with Caroline Russell (CR), a veterinary physiotherapist, to find out more about her work as an Equine Veterinary Physiotherapist. We learn what it means to be NAVP registered and whether the qualification has an effect on what they do and whether owners are protected by it.