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Equine charities are working harder than ever during the coronavirus pandemic – find out more about their efforts

REDWINGS HORSE SANCTUARY

A NATIONAL animal welfare charity, Redwings Horse Sanctuary cares for over 1,500 rescued horses, ponies, donkeys and mules every day across the UK.

The charity, which is 100% funded by donations, has been working tirelessly during the Covid-19 outbreak to maintain its high standards of care for its residents and continue to rescue, support and campaign for the welfare of horses beyond its paddock fences.

As well as its Sanctuary residents, Redwings is responsible for 700 horses and ponies living in loving guardian homes as part of its rehoming scheme.

To find out more or support the charity’s work visit www. redwings.org.uk or follow Redwings on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram

WORLD HORSE WELFARE

AS the UK’s largest equine rescue and rehoming organisation, World Horse Welfare has around 1,900 horses and ponies living happily with rehomers.

If you choose to rehome a horse from World Horse Welfare, you’ll receive an honest assessment of the horse and their capabilities, ongoing support and the reassurance that if your circumstances change you can return them – plus the reward of knowing you’re not just making a difference for the one you take home, but also creating space for another horse or pony in need to come into World Horse Welfare’s care.

Find out more and see the horses and ponies ready to rehome at worldhorsewelfare. org /rehoming

MOORCROFT EQUINE REHABILITATION CENTRE

AT the Moorcroft Equine Rehabilitation Centre in Slinfold, West Sussex, the utmost care is taken to rehabilitate all horses based on their specific needs. The charity has much experience with rehabilitating ex-racehorses, but helps many other horses, too.

The centre has been in great demand during this difficult time, and can help short or long term with any horse’s training or rehabilitation needs. The charity specialises in calm, careful, progressive training, taking great care of the rider’s confidence and development, as well as the horse’s confidence and soundness – all vital to progress and success.

Calm, rehabilitative and therapeutic longreining, along with sympathetic riding, is carried out with all horses. The centre features 70 acres of post-and-rail paddocks, indoor and outdoor schools, and experienced staff – providing an excellent environment for all horses spending time there.

To find out more or to discuss your requirements, call Mary Francis BHSII and BHS SM on 07929 666408, or visit moocroftracehorse.org.uk