by HorseMinute.com | Feb 18, 2026 | Dressage
Annabella Pidgley and her European gold medallist horse Gio, also known as “Pumpkin,” made their World Cup debut at the Neumunster grand prix in Germany, finishing seventh with a score of 70.70%. Annabella expressed great satisfaction with the test, noting...
by HorseMinute.com | Feb 18, 2026 | Dressage
The prestigious Concours Hippique International (CHI) Al Shaqab Presented by Longines has commenced in Doha, marking the sixth round of the Doha Equestrian Tour. This world-class event, held at Al Shaqab for the 13th time, features top-tier show jumping, dressage, and...
by HorseMinute.com | Feb 17, 2026 | Dressage
Construction is progressing on two of five new horse barns at Wellington International, set to host the Global dressage Festival (GDF) for the 2027 winter circuit. Each barn will feature 60 spacious stalls with higher roofs for better airflow, improving on the...
by HorseMinute.com | Feb 17, 2026 | Dressage
The international sporting event at Vienna’s Schönbrunn Palace will expand in 2026 to include a full-scale dressage competition alongside the Longines Global Champions Tour, running from September 24 to 27. This addition, initiated by Sonja Klima and supported by...
by HorseMinute.com | Feb 17, 2026 | Dressage
Dog agility, a fast-paced and popular canine sport, originated in the United Kingdom as a demonstration event at the 1978 Crufts Dog Show, created by John Varley and Peter Meanwell to entertain audiences between traditional dog show segments. Inspired by equestrian...
by HorseMinute.com | Feb 16, 2026 | Dressage
A devastating fire at Callicutt Stables in Seagrove, North Carolina, destroyed a 70-year-old barn and killed 36 Tennessee walking horses, with only seven of the 43 horses surviving. The barn housed show-quality animals that represented significant financial and...
