Dressage: Code of Conduct..
a) In all Equestrian sports the horse must be considered paramount.
b) The well being of the horse shall be above the demands of breeders,
trainers, riders, owners, dealers, organisers, sponsors or officials.
c) All handling and veterinary treatment must ensure the health and welfare
of the horse.
d) The highest standards of nutrition, health, sanitation and safety shall be
encouraged and maintained at all times.
e) Adequate provision must be made for ventilation, feeding, watering and
maintaining a healthy environment during transportation.
f) Emphasis should be placed on increasing education in training and
equestrian practices and promoting scientific studies in equine health.
g) In the interests of the horse, the fitness and competence of the rider shall
be regarded as essential.
h) All riding and training methods must take account of the horse as a living
entity and must not include any technique considered by the F.E.I. to be
abusive.
i) National Federations should establish adequate controls in order that
all persons and bodies under their jurisdiction respect the welfare of the
horse.
j) The National and International Rules and Regulations in equestrian
sport regarding the health and welfare of the horse must be adhered to
not only during National and International events but also in training.
Competition Rules and Regulations shall be continually reviewed to
ensure such welfare.
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