First Do No Harm Katie Boniface

Ever wondered how natural therapies can help anxious and stressed animals?

Many of us know that managing stress and anxiety in our pets, especially horses and dogs, can be challenging. The fear, the nervousness, the inability to learn or focus – it’s enough to drive any animal owner up the wall. What if you could reduce that stress and anxiety without resorting to harsh medications?

Today's guest is Kerri Highland, an animal naturopath and nutritionist who specializes in horses and dogs. She works with herbs, nutrition, and nutraceuticals to offer natural solutions for a variety of animal health issues. Her remote consultations allow her to help clients across Australia, focusing on customized approaches to each animal's needs.

BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL LEARN:

👉 The benefits of using herbs and nutraceuticals for animal health

👉 Why stress and anxiety can hinder learning and memory in horses

👉 Practical natural solutions to help animals cope with stress and anxiety

👉 Tips on balancing nutrition and supplements for optimal animal health

Connect with Kerri!

Website: www.vibrantanimalhealth.com.au

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vibrantanimalhealth/

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In this episode we cover foundational training principles that need to layer on top of each other to describe bend to a horse so that improves their balance on turns and allows you to do tighter turns with more balance and speed. We go into the training theory of it and how that will influence the horses ability to execute the ask or create resistance.



Take the first step towards becoming a holistic horse rider and join our free webinar say yes to a happy willing horse

Join us in this episode as we discuss the different types of communication that can be happening with our horse and how that translates through to the saddle and their ability to progress under saddle.

Take the first step towards becoming a holistic horse riding and join our free webinar "say yes to a happy, willing horse"

Join us in this episode as we unpack a training problem that came up with one of our students recently with one of our school horses. In this episode we dig into the different elements that I worked through with the student for her to gain the confidence to manage the problem.



Want to test the waters of becoming a Holistic Horse Handler? Jump on our free webinar "Say yes to a happy, willing horse"

Curious about how traditional methods of horse training might affect the welfare of these magnificent animals?

Many riders and trainers, driven by the desire to impress judges and win competitions, often resort to training techniques that prioritize aesthetics over the well-being of the horse.

But what if I told you that these practices could be harming the horses, leading to physical and mental distress? Join us as we delve into the world of equitation science with Andrew McLean to explore how modern training principles can revolutionize the way we interact with and train horses for the better.

BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL LEARN:

👉 The detrimental effects of traditional training methods on horse welfare

👉 The importance of prioritizing soundness and comfort over aesthetic preferences

👉 How equitation science principles can improve the training process for both horses and riders

👉 Practical strategies for implementing ethical and effective training techniques

Join us on this enlightening journey as we uncover the secrets to building a stronger, healthier bond between humans and horses.

Connect with Andrew:

Courses: https://esi-education.com/courses/

Shop:  https://esi-education.com/shop/

Instagram https://www.instagram.com/esi_trainer_coach/



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Ever wondered about the secrets behind successful horse training?

If you've ever found yourself frustrated by your horse's seeming inability to grasp certain concepts or behaviors, you're not alone.

In today's episode, we're joined by Andrew, an esteemed equestrian trainer with years of experience in understanding and harnessing the power of equine memory and learning. Andrew will shed light on the intricacies of associative learning in horses and provide valuable insights into optimizing your training techniques for maximum effectiveness.

BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL LEARN:

👉 How context-specific memory influences horse training and why it's essential to consider when working with equines.

👉 Practical strategies for recognizing and managing stress responses in horses to foster a positive learning environment.

👉 The importance of foundational training in establishing clear communication and building trust between rider and horse.

👉 Insights into the neurological processes behind long-term memory formation in equines and its implications for training methodologies.

Prepare to embark on a journey of discovery as we uncover the keys to unlocking your horse's full learning potential with the guidance of our expert guest, Andrew.

Connect with Andrew:

Courses: https://esi-education.com/courses/

Shop:  https://esi-education.com/shop/

Instagram https://www.instagram.com/esi_trainer_coach/



LET’S CONNECT!

Website: https://www.equestrianmovement.com

Ready to start your connection based journey? Join us for our webinar: https://www.equestrianmovement.com/sayyes