“She Will Be Profoundly Missed”: Equestrian World Mourns as a Pioneer in the Field Meets a Tragic End After a Horrifying Accident

In the realm of equestrian sport, several individuals have showcased their passion and dedication. A name that shines brightly in this list of equestrian promoters is Jayne Hunt. She was known for her profuse love for horses and an unmatchable commitment to the animals’ well-being. Hunt was one of those individuals who carved a unique path to safeguard the horses and ensure their well-being.

Unfortunately, this noble soul left the equestrian community after a tragic accident recently claimed her life.

Equestrian world mourns the loss of Jayne Hunt

As reported by Blood Horse, Hunt died in a road accident on July 9th. She was startled by a motorcycle coming from the blind curve. Hunt was riding her horse when she met with the accident. She sustained major injuries after falling from the horse.

The founding member of the Equine Podiatry Association (EPA), Hunt is fondly regarded as a much-loved equine podiatrist. In a statement, a spokesperson for the EPA said, “We are so thankful for the time we had with her and wish we had had much more. She will be profoundly missed by us all.” Hunt was born in Kendal, Cumbria, and spent significant parts of her life in Dubai and Oxfordshire.

She developed a love and passion for horses during her childhood, and this passion deepened when she received an opportunity to participate with the Riding for the Disabled Association.

Her journey as a Podiatrist

Her journey into podiatry—an expertise focusing on the treatment of foot, ankle, and related leg tissues—began after her termination as a communications executive at Avon Rubber in 2006. Her initial steps as a podiatrist coincided with treating her first horse, Casper. Following her layoff, she transitioned into full-time podiatry work. This unexpected turn of events not only led her to pursue a full-time podiatry career but also became the catalyst for her role as a founder of the EPA.

In 2008, she co-founded the Equine Podiatry Training Company alongside Richard Vialls. Her goal was to impart her extensive knowledge about horses to her students. She was also the flagbearer in accrediting the equine podiatry diploma from LANTRA – recognized as a Level Five qualification.

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She was also reported to have made important contributions to developing the profession and setting widely accepted standards. Miss Hunt’s loss is a huge blow to the equestrian world; her staff, the community, and her horse Moomin will miss her immensely.

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