Equine Law

The Animals (Penalty Notices) Act 2022 is a new piece of secondary legislation which came into force from 1 January 2024. The act was passed following an 8 week consultation with various different parties with interest in animal welfare such as veterinarians, the National Farmers Union, the British Veterinary Association and the RSPCA.

We are delighted to announce that we are Official Legal Partner of the British Show Pony Society (BSPS).

Sending your mare to stud can be an exciting time, but it is also a big decision involving a lot of time and cost. There are often a number of factors to consider if you are thinking of sending your mare to stud, to avoid potential disputes down the line.

We were delighted to sponsor and attend the recent British Dressage LeMieux National Championships at Somerford House.

We are delighted to announce that we are the official legal partner to British Dressage, joining their dedicated team of partners in providing the highest levels of support and services to British Dressage members.

When liveries start defaulting on payments to your livery yard it can be worrying and stressful. If the customer has also abandoned their horse and equipment in your livery yard, it can be difficult to know what to do, especially where you have to take the welfare of the horse into account.

Maintaining a horsebox and checking it is safe to use is vital to not only ensure the wellbeing of your horse whilst you are transporting it, but also the safety of yourself and any other passengers in the vehicle. The floors and walls of horseboxes are most prone to damage, leading to serious accidents which could have devastating consequences.

Buying a horse at auction can be a great way of viewing a variety of horses and potentially getting a horse that’s perfect for you at a fraction of the cost of a private sale. However, buying a horse at auction can also be risky and it is important to be prepared and know what you are entering into before making any bids.