Why buy a UK-produced showjumper for the Italian market
Italy has a long, serious showjumping tradition and a deep pool of competitive amateurs and professionals chasing rideable, careful horses. A UK-produced jumper fits well because it is brought on patiently, with correct flatwork and honest competition exposure. Buying from the UK gives Italian riders access to a wider selection of well-produced sport horses at fair value.
Importing a sport horse to Italy — the real logistics
Post-Brexit, a UK horse enters Italy as a third-country import, and we handle every stage. We arrange the pre-export veterinary work and bloods, register the move on TRACES NT, obtain the export health certificate, and book an EU-approved transporter. Italy is a longer haul than northern Europe, so for distant destinations horses may travel by road across the continent or by air, with welfare and rest planned in.
How Horses Smith works
Italian clients often start on video with honest commentary, full veterinary history and pedigree, and a visit to Kent is welcome at any time. Independent pre-purchase vetting by your own veterinarian is encouraged. We then manage export documentation, customs and white-glove transport door to door, and remain available for aftercare once your horse arrives.
Prices in EUR on application. Horses measured in centimetres (hands in brackets).
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