?War Horses?: Olympic Equestrian Pays Touching Tribute to Century-Old Charity in Heartfelt Note

Horse welfare has always been a concern in the equestrian community. There have been several charity organizations over the years working on this issue. In an effort towards the same and to give back to the community, Britain’s most successful Olympic equestrian recently paid tribute to one of those organizations.

Charlotte Dujardin is a renowned name in the equestrian community. As good a dressage rider as she is, she has been equally brilliant off the field as well. Be it contributing back to the community or now working for the equine welfare, Dujardin is a true champion off the track.

Charlotte Dujardin gives back to equestrian community

Ever since the inception of equestrian sport, there have been concerns over horse welfare and post-retirement life. The British Dressage queen Charlotte Dujardin has proved her mettle time and again in the dressage arena.? However, after recently helping a cancer-affected child, the 38-year-old has now paid tribute to Brooke, which is nearly a 100-year-old charity organization.

In her latest Instagram post, Dujardin promoted the Every Horse Remembered campaign of the organization while also paying tribute to its founder. The campaign aims to explore the significance of horses, in present times as well as during wartime. “Each November, Brooke reflects on the heroic bravery of working horses, donkeys, and mules in the past and present, to honour these animals and give them a life worth living for generations to come.”, Dujardin’s caption read.

The organization was founded by Dorothy Brooke after she witnessed the harsh conditions of “war horses” in Egypt. She established the Old War Horse Memorial to ensure the safety of these horses. The organization is today known after her name Brooke and continues to work for equine welfare. Dujardin has surely done a good act, however, it isn’t the first time.

British Dressage Queen helps cancer affected child

Charlotte Dujardin is Britain’s most celebrated equestrian. However, her achievements aren’t just limited to the racing tracks. She recently extended her support to a child, Dylan Ward, who is undergoing cancer treatment. Craig Messenger had spotted Ward’s case and taken him to watch his horses.

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Dujardin posted a story on his Facebook handle and thanked Messenger for fulfilling the child’s wish. “It’s so kind of Craig Messenger and his team to do this for Dylan,” she wrote. The 38-year-old even invited Dylan to the British Dressage National Convention. These heartwarming gestures from Dujardin will remain a part of her legacy, and inspire other equestrian riders to join hands.

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