Curious Equestrian

By Produced by Theresa McCaffrey, hosted by Anna Louise ClaydonKids & Family Pets & Animals

Curious Equestrian episodes

March 19, 2025 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. 🐴 #MiniHorses #AnimalRescue #adventureracing Learn more about Born to Run Adventure Racing: https://www.borntorunadventureracing....
1 hr 6 min
March 12, 2025 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. 🐴 CURIOUS FOR MORE?Join our free mailing list! 📚 FEATURED BOOKSBrowse our curated collection of equestrian books:🔗 Curious Equestrian Bookshop UK🛍️ Visit Our Brand Store

1 hr 33 min
March 06, 2025 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.👉 Learn more about Gillian's work: https://www.horsesinsideout.com🐴 CURIOUS FOR MORE?Join our free mailing list! Trot over to https://www.curiousequestrian.co.uk/No fluff, just forward-thinking horsemanship!📚 FEATURED BOOKSBrowse our curated collection of equestrian books:🔗 Curious Equestrian Bookshop UK: https://uk.bookshop.org/shop/curiousequestrian
1 hr 4 min
February 22, 2025 How a Young Equine Behaviorist is Reshaping Horse Training
Award-winning equine behaviorist Lucy Butt challenges traditional training methods with a fresh, science-led approach.
Discover how understanding horse behavior and learning patterns can transform your training, as Lucy shares insights from both scientific research and hands-on experience. From explaining the LIMA principle to offering practical solutions, she shows how modern behavioral science can enhance rather than replace traditional horsemanship.

Learn More about Lucy:
Lucy Butt Equine Behaviourist

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1 hr 5 min
January 25, 2025 The Thinking Horse Breeder
Master horse breeder Jeanette Gower shares profound insights from five decades of horse breeding. From natural horsemanship to genetics, discover how ethical breeding practices shape the future of equestrian sports.
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📚 Horse Color Explained: A Breeder's Perspective
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1 hr 25 min
January 19, 2025 Ranch Life to Novel: A Wildfire Story That Had to Be Told.
Ami Cullen reveals how managing dude ranch operations during Colorado's devastating East Troublesome Fire led to her debut novel. Learn how coordinating the evacuation of 200+ horses from C Lazy U Ranch inspired a story of resilience, community response, and the unbreakable bonds between humans and horses.
📚 Running Free: Running Free: An Incredible Story of Love, Survival, and How 200 Horses Trapped in a Wildfire Helped One Woman Find Her Soul: Cullen, Ami: 9798218472146: Amazon.com: Books
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1 hr 8 min
January 08, 2025 Equine Partnered Approaches: Coaching, Healing, and Training
What If Horses Were Our Best Teachers? Life/Business Coach, Kate Neligan, discussed how partnering with equines can inspire personal and spiritual growth. Dedicated to the transformation that is possible within the human-animal bond, she showcases how working with horses and goats can foster emotional resilience, mindfulness, and self-love.
Learn More About Our Guest: https://www.kateneligan.com/
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Browse our curated collection of equestrian books:
🔗 Curious Equestrian Bookshop UK: https://uk.bookshop.org/shop/curiousequestrian
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1 hr 2 min
January 03, 2025 The Horse Healer
Horse healer Margrit Coates explains the fascinating topic of equine energy work and healing. As the first person to teach animal healing at the university level, Margrit shares powerful insights from her decades of experience connecting with horses on a soul level. Discover how healing can transform horse-human relationships and support equine well-being.

Social Media Instagram: @margrithealer
Website:margritcoates.com
Healing for Horses Book: https://uk.bookshop.org/a/4745/9780712601382

🐴 CURIOUS FOR MORE?
Join our free mailing list! Trot over to https://www.curiousequestrian.co.uk/
No fluff, just forward-thinking horsemanship!

📚 FEATURED BOOKS
Browse our curated collection of equestrian books:
🔗 Curious Equestrian Bookshop UK: https://uk.bookshop.org/shop/curiousequestrian

🛍️ Visit Our Brand Store
https://shop.curiousequestrian.co.uk/en-gbp/
1 hr 13 min
December 29, 2024 Can Horses Feel Energy? World's Top Horse Healer Explains
World-renowned horse healer Margrit Coates explains the fascinating science behind equine energy work and healing. As the first person to teach animal healing at university level, Margrit shares powerful insights from her decades of experience connecting with horses on a soul level. Discover how healing can transform horse-human relationships and support equine wellbeing.
Social Media Instagram: @margrithealer
Website:margritcoates.com
Healing for Horses Book: https://uk.bookshop.org/a/4745/9780712601382

🐴 CURIOUS FOR MORE?
Join our free mailing list! Trot over to https://www.curiousequestrian.co.uk/
No fluff, just forward-thinking horsemanship!

📚 FEATURED BOOKS
Browse our curated collection of equestrian books:
🔗 Curious Equestrian Bookshop UK: https://uk.bookshop.org/shop/curiousequestrian

🛍️ Visit Our Brand Store
https://shop.curiousequestrian.co.uk/en-gbp/
46 min
December 17, 2024 Surviving the Storm: Tale of Horses, Hurricanes, and Heart
Meet Cammie Papineau, a distinguished horsewoman and retired jockey turned barrel racer. Cammie shares her unique experience during Hurricane Milton and bringing her horses into her home to protect them.
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Join our free mailing list! Trot over to curiousequestrian.co.uk/subscribe
No fluff, just forward-thinking horsemanship!
📚 FEATURED BOOKS
Browse our curated collection of equestrian books:
🔗 Curious Equestrian Bookshop UK: https://uk.bookshop.org/shop/curiousequestrian
⏱️ TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Bringing Horses Indoors: A Crazy Idea?
00:55 Meet Cammy Papineau: A Life with Horses
01:31 The Viral Facebook Post
02:44 Preparing for the Hurricane
05:06 Horses in the House: The Experience
07:59 The Aftermath and Community Support
24:01 Future Preparations and Lessons Learned
30:16 Empty Room and Mud Room Setup
30:48 Living in Florida with Extreme Weather
32:13 Hurricane Preparedness Tips
34:41 Experiencing Storm Babette
38:32 Transition from Jockey to Barrel Racer
44:12 Becoming a Jockey: Cammie's Journey
49:05 Balancing Motherhood and Jockey Life
55:52 The Importance of Horses in Cammie's Life
59:14 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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1 hr 1 min

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Ask why before how. Conversations with researchers, vets and trainers, for anyone who cares about horses. Each episode takes a real question about horse behaviour, training, care or welfare and asks what the evidence says. No gurus, just better questions. Hosted by Anna Louise Claydon, produced by Theresa McCaffrey. Follow for each new episode, if you it's useful, a rating helps other horse people find us.