Update to Sensory Hairs

Since July 2022, The clipping/shaving or otherwise modifying sensory hairs (Whiskers) has been prohibited unless for veterinary reasons.

Following a decision at the FEI General Assembly in November 2024 to modify the Veterinary Regulations from January 2025. A similar prohibition will apply to removing or shortening the hair within the rims of the auricle.

From the 1st January 2025, horses found competing with hair in the auricles removed or shortened within the rims of the auricle will be issues a recorded warning and from 1st July 2025 will be eliminated from the event.

EA General Regulations | Chapted VI Protection of Athletes and Horses - Article 141 - Protection of Horses

For further information visit www.equestrian.org.au/horse-welfare