D’Agostino Replaces Whisper on German Olympic Team

The German Equestrian Federation has reported that Monica Theodorescu‘s partner Whisper is ill and is unable to serve as reserve horse for the German Olympic Dressage Team. Hence, the gelding is being replaced by the 12-year-old Hanoverian D’Agostino. Other members of the German team are Helen Langehanenberg with Damon Hill NRW, Dorothee Schneider with Diva [...] Continue reading

GABA and “Carolina Gold” Use Discovered at USEF Competitions

(USEF) – Lexington, KY -  As announced earlier this year, any product containing gama aminobutyric acid (GABA) is deemed a forbidden substance under USEF Rules. GABA is an inhibitory neurotransmitter and is a principal ingredient of “Carolina Gold.” As a reminder, because there are no recognized medical uses for this substance, the use of a [...] Continue reading

Double Gold for Germany, Great Britain and Ireland at European Pony Championships; Netherlands Takes Individual Dressage

(FEI by Louise Parkes) – Germany took Dressage Team and Freestyle gold, the British once again dominated in Jumping and the Irish recorded their first-ever team success while also claiming two of the three individual medals in Eventing at the FEI European Pony Championship 2012 in Fontainebleau, France.  Sanne Vos claimed the Individual Dressage title [...] Continue reading