Companion Animals

Horse Welfare Regulation Progress

New regulations on hyperflexion in equestrian sport are being enforced more strictly reducing harmful training techniques.

Key Facts

Evidence-based research supports welfare improvements in horse welfare regulation progress
Millions of animals benefit from better companion animals welfare practices
Individual actions and policy change both drive welfare improvements
Science, advocacy, and consumer choice are all important levers for change
Progress is achievable and measurable across this welfare domain

Welfare Considerations

Stricter enforcement reduces equestrian sport welfare violations.

What You Can Do

Support FEI and federation welfare enforcement
Report suspected welfare violations at competitions
Learn about ethical training method alternatives
Advocate for welfare monitoring at all competition levels