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Equine charities welcome interception of over 3,000 hides from illegally slaughtered donkeys
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Detangling a prickly situation to help a Shetland pony and his new owners
Some help and advice from our Field Officers can make a big difference for horses and ponies of all shapes and sizes - and their owners too.
Choirs, crafts and Christmas cheer – Penny Farm’s festive fair returns
The Penny Farm Christmas Fair is back on 7th December - with Santa's Grotto bigger and better than ever.
Emaciated mare who lost her foal is now thriving
In a tale of heartbreak and hope, Jean is now recovering well, despite experiencing a devastating loss just weeks after being rescued.
Charities collaborate to take young ponies off Welsh common as part of long-term project
Following a recent welfare operation, 38 ponies have been removed from Gelligaer and Merthyr Common, with 11 coming into our care.
Pint-sized pony Pam melts hearts as she appears on Good Morning Britain!
Shetland pony foal gallops off with the hearts of everyone she meets as she appears live on national television.
Dumped and used for target practice
Meet two-year-old pony Toby who has transformed in our care.
Equestrians, politicians, academics and a zookeeper set to explore the world ‘Through the horse’s eyes’
Our 2025 Conference will take place on 21st November, welcoming speakers and attendees from around the globe.
A UK first, as drones used to assess population of semi-feral ponies on Welsh common
Six members of World Horse Welfare staff carried out the drone headcount in a single day.
Major charity collaboration safeguards welfare of rare horses
Teamwork between the charities made the huge operation possible, with 70 Icelandic horses rescued over the course of 15 months.
The Archers highlights the toughest of decisions
Making the decision to put a horse to sleep can be extremely difficult, but there's support and advice available for owners facing this situation.
