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- There are so many things we, as human beings, get wrong with horses. We know better, but we have also got to do better and we have got to be much smarter about their real welfare, says Dr. Andrew McLean in this interview about equine cognition and learning.

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Deconstructing Natural Horsemanship: Groundwork is the foundation for riding. So why in the world would you ask your horse to elevate the neck and hollow the back - which is the exact opposite of what riding in balance is all about? This episode is a transcript of episode 2 of 44 on the Norwegian podcast Hestenes klan.

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When challenged to name one thing that would greatly improve horse welfare, Professor Christopher Pollitt replied: - Winning the battle against ignorance and promote true scientific knowledge about the horse’s foot. Because it is such a wonderful thing to comprehend.

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A practical introduction to the Feldenkrais-method with Dave Thind. Take a break from your busy schedule and connect to your body for a change - your horse will thank you for it!

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- With the Feldenkrais method we are always looking for ease, because that is what our nervous system strives for. Hard work isn’t necessarily better, neither for horse nor rider. Sometimes it’s just harder, says the Canadian Guild certified Feldenkrais practitioner Dave Thind who holds a German Trainer A licence and is a Grand Prix level competition rider in dressage and jumping.