Fear and Safety in Horses: A Science-Based Perspective on Why Horses React — and How to Create True Safety
Safety is not common sense — it is understanding In horsemanship, safety is often described as “common sense.” But if…
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The teleonome: a framework for understanding animal welfare integrating adaptive capabilities, affective regulation, agency, and environmental affordances
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Trainer Accountability – Minimum Evidence Based Standards
Purpose: This checklist outlines minimum, non-negotiable standards that should be met by anyone claiming to be a horse trainer or…
Read More »No More Evasion: Redefining Conflict Behaviour in Human–Horse Interactions
This paper argues that many of the terms commonly used to describe horses’ “problem” behaviours—words like evasion, resistance, or disobedience—are…
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Crooked Tail Carriage in Horses – The Research
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Anthropocentrism and Horse Welfare: Unraveling the Impact of Human Superiority on Equine Treatment and Cultural Norms
Definition and Role of Anthropocentrism in Horse Welfare Philosophies Anthropocentrism is the philosophical viewpoint that places humans at the center…
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Understanding Equine Cellulitis: Symptoms, Treatment, and the Importance of Early Recognition
Cellulitis in horses is a serious bacterial infection of the subcutaneous tissues, most commonly affecting the limbs, particularly the hind…
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5 Key Considerations in Saddle Fitting
Ensuring a proper saddle fit is crucial for the comfort and performance of both horse and rider. Here are…
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The Evolution of Equestrian Coaching – by Sue Halden-Brown
Have you heard ….. ? ….. equestrian coaching is in the middle of a quiet revolution! This is a little…
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Behind the Vertical – Solutions from A Classical Training Perspective by Bianca Rieskamp – Part Two
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