What if horse sports didn't just include welfare, but were built around it?

In this timely and transformative book, equine educator and welfare advocate Lisa Ashton offers an evidence-based approach to the use of horses in sport. She presents a compelling blueprint for integrating welfare within the very heart of equestrian practice.

Through a clear and actionable 'welfare map, ' Ashton guides riders, coaches, and trainers who are ready to shift their mindsets and skill sets toward more ethical, sustainable approaches. Rather than treating welfare as an add-on, she introduces the concept of welfare horse sports: a model where equine well-being is foundational, not optional.

Drawing on an intersectional and empowering approach, Ashton emphasises that meaningful change doesn't require a title or a platform. It starts with one equestrian--one coach, one rider, one trainer--bringing their unique voice, influence, and compassion to a shared mission: a better life for sport horses.

Welfare Horse Sports is not just a call to action. It's a roadmap for a more ethical and informed equestrian future. For anyone ready to earn public trust, elevate standards, and future-proof horse sports, this book is your starting point.