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We inspire everyone to put the horse at the centre of how we all think, care and act 💙

In the United Kingdom, we have four Rescue and Rehoming Centres and a network of full-time welfare Field Officers. Overseas, we provide communities with the skills and training to care for their working horses and so improve their livelihoods. We also deliver high-profile and effective international campaigns to promote the welfare of horses. We support the responsible use of horses in sport, being the welfare arm of the FEI and an advisor to the British Horseracing Authority. Please note we cannot process reports about horses in distress via social media - if you are concerned for the welfare of a horse you can find out how to report a situation to us by visiting www.worldhorsewelfare.org/report.

05/11/2026

It’s Horse of the Week time! Everyone meet Danny Zuko!🐴

Danny is a lovely 11hh gelding looking for a loving new home.

Danny arrived at Penny Farm completely unhandled and very wary of human contact. His groom has worked incredibly hard to build his trust and help him grow in confidence in a range of situations. He is a pony who forms strong bonds with the people he trusts, so his rehomer will need to be patient and give him the time he needs to settle into a new home and build a relationship with them. Once he gets to know you, Danny is the friendliest, kindest little pony. With a consistent routine, he is good to catch, handle and groom, and is well behaved for the vet and farrier. He gets on very well with other horses, but as he was gelded later in life, he can only be turned out with geldings.

📌 Danny is based at World Horse Welfare Penny Farm , Lancashire

Can you offer this lovely boy a home? Find out more and apply for him 👉 https://bit.ly/4irjN8H

04/11/2026

🎆 Planning fireworks tomorrow? Please remember to think about the animals living nearby.

Loud bangs and unexpected flashes can be frightening for horses, so it's important to let people nearby know about your plans and take steps to minimise the impact on animals.

You can help us spread the word by sharing our poster and reminding friends, family and neighbours to be considerate of horses and other animals when planning fireworks 🐴

Find our advice on keeping horses safe during firework season on our website 👉 https://bit.ly/48fad3w

02/11/2026

Our Annual Conference takes place this year on Tuesday 1st December, and we're looking forward to welcoming a fantastic line-up of guest speakers and panellists, alongside guests joining us in person and online. 👏

As World Horse Welfare approaches its centenary, we'll be looking back at a century of change and considering what this means for horses today.

We'll be exploring the theme '𝗔 𝗰𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘂𝗿𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲: 𝗹𝗼𝗼𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗯𝗮𝗰𝗸 𝘁𝗼 𝘀𝗲𝗲 𝗰𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗹𝘆', discussing how horses' roles in society, our understanding of their needs and approaches to their welfare have changed since 1927.

We'll be asking some important questions:

👉 What has changed for horses over the past century, and what hasn't?
👉 How have traditional practices and attitudes towards horses evolved?
👉 Despite advances in science, technology and veterinary medicine, why do some welfare challenges persist?
👉 Are our modern approaches really putting the horse at the centre?

You can join us online for this free event, take part in live Q&As and be part of the conversation. Find out more and register your interest here: https://bit.ly/4A8kmeY

02/11/2026

We’re ! 🎉

We're looking for two part-time Grooms to join our team at World Horse Welfare Glenda Spooner Farm on 12-month fixed-term contracts.

You'll play an important role in the day-to-day care and rehabilitation of horses at the farm, helping horses recover, build confidence and prepare for their next chapter. Working alongside our dedicated team, you'll also support their ongoing treatment and work with visiting specialists.

Interested in joining us? Find out more about the vacancies and how to apply 👉 https://bit.ly/4zsn6E0

Know someone who would be perfect for one of these roles? Don't forget to tag them!

30/10/2026

We still need your help to end the long-distance transport of horses across Europe for slaughter 💔

Every year, more than 13,000 horses are still forced to endure these gruelling journeys, and our campaign to bring an end to this cruelty has reached a critical stage.

We have an opportunity to make sure the horses being transported today are the last generation to suffer in this way.

⏳ Time is running out. You can help us put an end to this by 2027 👉 https://bit.ly/3Wey0P2

29/10/2026

It’s Horse of the Week time! Everyone meet Kizzy! 🐴

Kizzy is a lovely 14.1hh mare looking for a loving new home.

Kizzy is a delightful little mare with a sunny disposition and a happy-go-lucky attitude. She loves people and attention and is a pleasure to handle, always willing to do what is asked of her. She is a sociable pony who forms close bonds with her companions, so she will need a home where she always has equine company, as she can become anxious when left alone. With her friendly nature and laid-back personality, Kizzy would make a lovely addition to any yard.

📌 Kizzy is based at World Horse Welfare Hall Farm , Norfolk

Can you offer this lovely mare a home? Find out more and apply for her 👉 https://bit.ly/4ss3Fs8

29/10/2026

Are you out and about with your little rider this half term?

When young riders are in the saddle, it’s important to make sure they’re protected. Our Junior Insurance provides public liability and personal accident cover for riders up to 18 years old, giving you peace of mind while they enjoy every moment with their pony 💙

By joining our junior membership, you’ll be safeguarding your child while also supporting our vital work to protect horses and ponies in need.

Find out more about our junior membership here 👉 http://bit.ly/4hUdFFD

* Policy terms, conditions and territorial limits apply.

28/10/2026

Missed last night's webinar? Catch up here 👉 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ChbPg01a-0o

This evening! 🚨

Our first Welfare Wednesday Webinar takes place this evening at 7pm where Lucy Chester Horsemanship will share her insights on the benefits of training horses at liberty, her approach, the importance of choice and how to get started if you're interested in giving training at liberty a go with your own horse.

Lucy will be joined by World Horse Welfare Field Officer and trainer, Bridget Colston for a live audience Q&A so please do come prepared with your questions for our expert trainers!

Sign up here 👉 https://bit.ly/4BmlGfK

27/10/2026

It’s Tuesday! 🐴💙

Meet Pippa, a sweet little mare who came into the care of our World Horse Welfare Glenda Spooner Farm team earlier this year in very poor condition. She was underweight, had lice and a heavy worm burden, and was also suffering from strangles.

With the care and treatment she needed, Pippa has made great progress. She’s been a friendly mare throughout her recovery, always happy to come over to the team for a bit of fuss. As she regained her strength, it was lovely for our grooms to see her with enough energy to enjoy a little leap and buck!

Pippa is now available for rehoming as a companion. You can find out more about her here 👉 https://bit.ly/4eUNX38

26/10/2026

A fantastic day of learning and giving back at World Horse Welfare! 🐴

We would like to say a huge thank you to our Centenary Vet Partner Inspiring vet care who delivered a free Equine Dental Training Day for vets from across inspiring vet care equine.

The training was designed to build confidence in managing routine dental cases and develop skills in identifying and addressing potential clinical issues.

As part of the day, horses from World Horse Welfare received free dental care, supporting their health and wellbeing while providing valuable hands-on learning opportunities for the vets involved.

We’re incredibly grateful to everyone who helped make the day such a success! 💙

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http://www.worldhorsewelfare.org/

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