What Really Happened to the Glock Horses?

The Glock era in dressage is officially over. In 2026, Kathrin Glock confirmed that all Glock horses have been retired from sport—a decision that shocked the equestrian world. But why weren’t these elite horses sold or passed on to new riders? And what does this mean for dressage moving forward? In this video, we break down the full story behind the Glock Horse Performance Center, the legacy of horses like Total US, Zonik, Dream Boy, and Toto Jr., and the role of top riders Edward Gal and Hans Peter Minderhoud. We also explore the growing controversy in modern dressage, including welfare concerns and the ongoing debate around training methods. This isn’t just the end of a stable—it may signal a turning point for the entire sport. ⏱️ CHAPTERS 00:00 – The Announcement 01:01 – The Glock Empire 01:38 – The Riders (Gal & Minderhoud) 02:30 – The Horses This video is for educational purposes and constitutes Fair Use under Section 107 of the US Copyright Act of 1976. Allowance is made for “Fair Use” for purposes of education, research, criticism, comment, and news reporting. This video is fully transformative and created in accordance with YouTube’s Content Reuse Policy under the Content Reuse Act. It includes original narration, commentary, educational context, visual edits, and added value through storytelling and analysis. No content is simply re-uploaded. #horse #horses #horsecare #horsenews #equestrian