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Well Done James!
Four-star three-day eventer and equine vet James Robinson. Photo by John Britter Photography.
For many equine enthusiasts, the Bank Holiday weekend was marked by Badminton Horse Trials. As well as the top five horse and rider combinations, congratulations must go to equine vet and four star three day eventer, James Robinson, who finished in sixth place.

James and his superb ride Comanche put in a consistent and solid performance across all the phases – dressage, cross country and show jumping – and finished in sixth position. It’s a huge achievement by any standard and James is in good company with some of the world’s top professional eventers but to achieve this whilst also enjoying a career as an equine vet is extremely impressive. During an interview with the BBC straight after his cross country ride, James was quick to acknowledge all those who support him and make his eventing career possible.

About this year's Badminton, James said: "Comanche was superb, another fabulous performance from a great horse at what I thought was one of the toughest Badminton courses that I've ridden. I thought the course design was very subtle and with more imagination than in previous years."

The Mitsubishi Motors Badminton Horse Trials 2010 was won by Australian Paul Tapner aboard Inonothing. In terms of Brits, Daisy Berkeley on Spring Along and Mary King riding Imperial Cavilier came is third and forth positions respectively. Second place went to German rider Andreas Dibowski aboard Euroridings Butts Leon.

If you missed the action but would like to catch up then check out Horse & Country TV.

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FIVP launches CMA remedies survey

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 FIVP has shared a survey, inviting those working in independent practice to share their views on the CMA's proposed remedies.

The Impact Assessment will help inform the group's response to the CMA, as it prepares to submit further evidence to the Inquiry Group. FIVP will also be attending a hearing in November.

Data will be anonymised and used solely for FIVP's response to the CMA. The survey will close on Friday, 31 October 2025. 

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Free webinar explores congenital heart disease in dogs

A free webinar is to provide veterinary professionals, dog breeders and pet owners an new insights into congenital heart disease.

Chris Linney, a cardiology specialist and Veterinary Cardiovascular Society (VSC) member, will present the webinar from 7.00pm to 8.30pm on Wednesday, 12 November.

Dr Linney will explore the types, causes and clinical presentation of congenital heart conditions. This will include diagnostic approaches, treatment pathways and emerging research opportunities.

The session is the third to be organised by The Kennel Club, with the VCS, following an introductory webinar and a talk on acquired heart disease. Dr Linney's webinar consists of a one-hour presentation, followed by a 30-minute question and answer session.

Dr Linney said: "This webinar will be an opportunity to deepen understanding - not just of the diseases themselves, but of how breeders, vets and owners can work together to support affected dogs and improve outcomes for future generations."

Click here to register for the webinar.