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Our Help for Horse Owners support service offers preventative solution to growing problem

It follows a significant rise in the number of welfare incidents involving large groups of horses needing help.

UN recognises vital role of working animals in disaster relief

Years of advocacy from animal welfare organisations leads to United Nations formal recognition of working animals role in disaster risk reduction.

World Horse Welfare welcomes ‘game-changing’ breakthrough in Equine Grass Sickness treatment 

Research finding offers promise of new treatments for potentially fatal Equine Grass Sickness.

Little donkeys shine a light on our Christmas appeal

Abandoned donkey Mia and her foal Peanut take centre stage this Christmas.

Celebrating our often-unsung heroes who work 365 days a year

We launch World Horse Welfare Groom Appreciation Day to shine a spotlight on the invaluable and inspiring work of our grooms.

Collaborative working saved young pony attacked by stallion

Charities work together to secure the best outcome for pony in urgent need of assistance.

Revealing our ambitious environmental commitments

We are proud to announce the launch of our Environmental Sustainability Strategy as first steps towards becoming net zero

Rescued ponies’ lucky escape from owners now banned from keeping animals

Ponies owned by couple banned from keeping animals are rehomed.

Chief Executive Roly Owers features in new documentary

'Horses and the Science of Harmony' explores the nature of harmony between horse and rider

Welfare Wednesday Webinars return for a fifth series

As the winter season draws ever nearer, our free equine welfare webinars get set to return to our screens.

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