Natural Hoof Care: What Wild Horses Can Teach Us About Healthy Hooves
Are your horse's hooves truly healthy? In this eye-opening interview, natural hoof care expert Louise Backholler reveals what a healthy hoof really looks like and why so many domestic horses struggle with hoof issues. Louise shares what healthy hooves actually look like and the warning signs to watch for, how the wild horse model can transform domestic horse management, and why movement matters more than genetics for hoof health. She offers simple ways to improve your horse's environment without extensive land and explains how subclinical laminitis affects more horses than most realize. "A healthy hoof is first and foremost a hoof without an iron shoe nailed to it," says Louise, founder of Rebel Horse Care. Discover how natural hoof care goes beyond trimming to fundamentally improve your horse's overall wellbeing.Follow Louise:Website: https://rebelhorsecare.euInstagram & Facebook: @RebelHorseCare๐ฅ Visit the Curious Equestrian website to explore expert articles, exclusive training tips, and much more: https://curiousequestrian.co.uk
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Why Your Horse Needs Mental Stimulation as Much as Physical Exercise
Are traditional horse training methods missing something vital? Discover how incorporating play into your horsemanship can transform your horse's learning ability and deepen your connection.Horse trainer Gabi Neurohr shares how simple games can build connection, solve behaviour problems, and develop your horse's personality through natural horsemanship principles. Enter for a chance to win Gabi's 'Whatever the Weather' online course: https://kingsumo.com/g/1vjg6z1/whatever-the-weather-courseLearn more about our Guest: https://www.gabineurohr.com/
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Miniature Horses as Athletes: From Rescue to Adventure Races
Meet the rescue miniature horses transforming into adventure athletes in New Zealand! Chloe and Debbie have rescued over 40 neglected minis, rehabilitating them from severe health issues to become incredible endurance racers. Watch how these tiny horses tackle 100km races with more heart than horses twice their size! From tied to trees and painful laminitis to crossing mountains alongside human partners, these pocket-sized powerhouses are changing perceptions worldwide. ๐ด #MiniHorses #AnimalRescue #adventureracing Learn more about Born to Run Adventure Racing: https://www.borntorunadventureracing....
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Rupert Isaacson on Equine Therapy for Autism (Horse Boy Method)
Rupert explains the neuroscience of the Horse Boy Method, now used in over 40 countries, and why the goal isn't curing autism but alleviating suffering while honoring eurodiversity. Whether you're an equestrian, a parent of a child with special needs, or simply curious about the healing bond between humans and horses, this conversation offers profound wisdom about connection, movement, and embracing life outside the box.#healingwithhorses #horseboy #equine #equineassistedtherapy For more information about The Horse Boy Foundation and Rupert Isaacson's equine therapy treatments for autism spectrum disorder, visit New Trails Learning Systems or Helios Harmony. ๐ด CURIOUS FOR MORE?Join our free mailing list! ๐ FEATURED BOOKSBrowse our curated collection of equestrian books:๐ Curious Equestrian Bookshop UK๐๏ธ Visit Our Brand Store
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Inside Your Horse: Gillian Higgins on Why Anatomy Knowledge Changes Everything
Are we missing crucial information about how our horses move and function? In this eye-opening interview, internationally renowned horse anatomy expert Gillian Higgins reveals why understanding what's happening beneath your horse's skin is transformative for training, performance, and welfare.๐ Learn more about Gillian's work: https://www.horsesinsideout.com๐ด CURIOUS FOR MORE?Join our free mailing list! Trot over to https://www.curiousequestrian.co.uk/No fluff, just forward-thinking horsemanship!๐ FEATURED BOOKSBrowse our curated collection of equestrian books:๐ Curious Equestrian Bookshop UK: https://uk.bookshop.org/shop/curiousequestrian
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