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With rising summer temperatures accompanied by high humidity during the day and night where the heat index (the sum of recorded temperature and humidity) exceeds 98, you should closely monitor your horse for the following warning signs of heat stress:

- rectal temperature above 39.5°C;

- rapid respiratory rate over 40 bpm, elevated heart rate over 60 bpm at rest;

- profuse or absent sweating;

- sudden fatigue, muscle tremors, dry gums with a filling time exceeding 3 seconds;

- dehydration with a skin fold that lasts more than 3 seconds.

- dark urine, prostration, loss of appetite.

Prevention is better than cure:

- Provide fresh water day and night, to which 30 to 60 g are added per day, and electrolytes by soaking hay or pellets.

- Showers and ventilation with misters are recommended, allowing for a rapid drop in body temperature. - Provide shaded and well-ventilated shelters, whether in a paddock or a stable.

- Avoid sporting activities between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.

- Transport: a risk that increases the risk of heat stroke, and therefore, ensure maximum ventilation with stops every 1.5 hours, misting with water and electrolytes at each stop, and avoid journeys between 11 a.m. and 6 p.m.

The Algerian Equestrian Federation, in collaboration with the Association of National Olympic Committees of Africa and the African Confederation of Equestrian Sports, is organizing the African School Games from July 31 to August 2, 2025, at the El Assil Equestrian Center in Skikda (Northeast), Algeria.

Riders born between 2008 and 2013 may participate in the following equestrian disciplines: Dressage, Endurance, and Show Jumping.

Each participating team will consist of three riders and one reserve rider.

At its recent in-person meeting, the FEI Board took the following Emergency Board Resolution: The following paragraph will be added to the FEI Veterinary Regulations, Article 1004 ‘Prohibited Methods’, for equine welfare reasons: “1004.4 It is strictly forbidden to use any type of substance/product inside or around the Horse’s mouth and/or tongue that may (i) imitate, induce or cause foaming; and/or (ii) coat or otherwise cover, or partially cover the bit. The prohibition excludes the use of products permitted in the FEI Tack App and the provision of permitted natural treats given in moderation. Contravening this rule will entail a Yellow Warning Card and Elimination.” This rule will come into effect on July 1, 2025.