The summer is a great time to get more riding hours in. Whether it’s racing, eventing or casual hacking, the longer days and lack of rain is appealing to all equestrians. However, there are many potential dangers to the soundness of horses with the hard, dry ground, including musculoskeletal injuries due to the compacted ground.

Horse racing is a thrilling sport with deep traditions, but it also comes with risks—especially for the equine athletes involved. While safety measures have improved significantly, racehorse fatalities remain a concern. In this article, we’ll break down the statistics to provide a clearer picture of how racehorse fatalities compare to the total number of horses running in races.

Our list of 25 UK horse breeds, some of these you might know but we have included some rare breeds in this list, how many do you know?