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#9: Can Competition Actually Be Beneficial To Horses?
In this episode of The Optimized Equine Podcast, host Tamara Lee Barrett is joined by Equine Osteopath Vanessa Helvey and Dev Branham of Devereux Sporthorses. They discuss the complexities of improving the horse's experience in the horse show world. They also explore the idea that domestic horse's CAN benefit from the competition experience when they are willing participants operating through feel instead of force. The trio advocates for a holistic approach to horse care and training that prioritizes the horse's needs while also supporting the rider's goals in competition.
* Learn more about Tamara Lee Barrett on Instagram, Facebook and at bit.ly/OasisEq
Devereaux Sporthorses can be found on Instagram, Facebook, and at www.devereauxsporthorses.com *
Chapters
00:00 Introductions
01:20 Dev's Evolution in the Hunter Jumper World
04:15 Judging and Aesthetics in Horse Shows
08:12 The Role of Tack and Training in Equitation
10:38 Bodywork for Horses before and during Competition
17:45 Balancing Horse Well-being and Competition
26:25 Can Competition Actually Be Beneficial To Horses?
31:35 Creating a Positive Experience for Horses
35:43 Understanding Horse Behavior and Environment
38:43 The Importance of Connection and Awareness with Horses
42:22 Applying Masterson Method in Everyday Interactions
45:53 Navigating Bodywork and Horse Care
50:30 Rehabilitation and the Journey of Horsemanship
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By Tamara Lee BarrettIn this episode of The Optimized Equine Podcast, host Tamara Lee Barrett is joined by Equine Osteopath Vanessa Helvey and Dev Branham of Devereux Sporthorses. They discuss the complexities of improving the horse's experience in the horse show world. They also explore the idea that domestic horse's CAN benefit from the competition experience when they are willing participants operating through feel instead of force. The trio advocates for a holistic approach to horse care and training that prioritizes the horse's needs while also supporting the rider's goals in competition.
* Learn more about Tamara Lee Barrett on Instagram, Facebook and at bit.ly/OasisEq
Devereaux Sporthorses can be found on Instagram, Facebook, and at www.devereauxsporthorses.com *
Chapters
00:00 Introductions
01:20 Dev's Evolution in the Hunter Jumper World
04:15 Judging and Aesthetics in Horse Shows
08:12 The Role of Tack and Training in Equitation
10:38 Bodywork for Horses before and during Competition
17:45 Balancing Horse Well-being and Competition
26:25 Can Competition Actually Be Beneficial To Horses?
31:35 Creating a Positive Experience for Horses
35:43 Understanding Horse Behavior and Environment
38:43 The Importance of Connection and Awareness with Horses
42:22 Applying Masterson Method in Everyday Interactions
45:53 Navigating Bodywork and Horse Care
50:30 Rehabilitation and the Journey of Horsemanship