Horse Welfare
COMMITMENT TO
Horse Welfare is paramount in our federation. We are committed to seeing happy horses in our sport that are in good condition with a healthy attitude to the task at hand.
We make sure that shows affiliated to EFE are of a standard that is fit for our registered horses to compete safely and successfully. Qualified officials are always in place and we encourage our registered athletes to familiarise themselves with the FEI Clean Sport policy.
Images feature the magnificent Swazi-Lizkhar’s Lagos
EQUINE ETHICS AND WELLBEING COMMISSION
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The FEI believes that all who are involved with horses should be aware of the responsibility they have for horse welfare, as well as the impact that equestrian activities and horses have on the environment.
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In June 2022, in response to growing public concern over global challenges such as climate change, resource use and animal welfare, the FEI instigated a new independent ‘Social Licence’ Commission to address societal concerns related to the use of horses in sport.
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The purpose of the Commission’s work is to address issues of public and equestrian concern so as to the welfare of the horse is paramount, and that there is ongoing social acceptance of the involvement of horses in sport.
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The Commission will develop an evidence based ‘Framework’ to guide FEI regulations, policies and practices, as well as to enable effective advocacy and influence relating to the ethics and wellbeing of horses used in sport.