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Episode 56: Bolting & the posture connection

Bolting can be one of the most alarming vices. Today we talk about  connection between functional posture, biomechanics, and the nervous system that underlies bolting.

We explore:

🎓 Want to learn how to assess, interpret, and support your horse’s posture from the ground up? Register on the email list for our next  Equine Functional Posture Course and start building a better future for your horse’s body and mind.

 To learn more about Dr Raquel Butler visit:

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To learn more about Sophie Vandenberg:

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 If you would like to explore the relationship between Posture and Behaviour - Join Raquel in her FREE Masterclass - Is Your Horse Misbehaving Or Communicating?   Register Here - https://www.integratedvettherapeutics.com/pbmc-oct25

Episode 55: The Canter (Listener Request)

Chances are you’ve had trouble with the canter at some point. In this episodewe unpack what the canter reveals about posture, strength, and balance - and how you see this is their behaiour during the canter. From the biomechanics of the lumbosacropelvic complex to the iliopsoas, thoracic sling, and core engagement, you’ll learn why the canter is the ultimate test of integration. We also explore common behaviours that show up when the canter is poor: bucking, tension, reluctance- and how bodywork and mindful training restore balance and confidence.

🎓 Want to learn how to assess, interpret, and support your horse’s posture from the ground up? Register on the email list for our next  Equine Functional Posture Course and start building a better future for your horse’s body and mind.

 To learn more about Dr Raquel Butler visit:

Facebook: Integrated Veterinary Therapeutics

Website: https://www.integratedvettherapeutics.com

To learn more about Sophie Vandenberg:

Facebook: Equine Posturelate - Sophie Vandenberg

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Episode 54: Postural Insights for Minis & Shetlands

Thankyou Belinda for requesting this weeks episode! We’re talking all things Minis and Shetlands, and because these little horses are so much more than paddock ornaments. Their unique challenges include dental and metabolic issues, upright feet, limb deviations, and stifle/hip concerns.

We talk about:

🎓 Want to learn how to assess, interpret, and support your horse’s posture from the ground up? Register on the email list for our next  Equine Functional Posture Course and start building a better future for your horse’s body and mind.

 To learn more about Dr Raquel Butler visit:

Facebook: Integrated Veterinary Therapeutics

Website: https://www.integratedvettherapeutics.com

To learn more about Sophie Vandenberg:

Facebook: Equine Posturelate - Sophie Vandenberg

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Episode 52: Training vs Conditioning

Training and conditioning often get blurred together, but they’re very different — and both matter. In this episode we break down what each really means, why your horse needs both, and how to find the right balance when working with your horse.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

The true difference between training (mind, skills, behaviour) and conditioning ( fitness, strength)

How training improves safety, confidence, and communication

How conditioning builds strength, endurance, and injury resistance

The timelines of adaptation for muscles, bones, and fitness

Why combining both creates the most willing, capable, and healthy horse

In this episode, you’ll learn:

🎓 Want to learn how to assess, interpret, and support your horse’s posture from the ground up? Register on the email list for our next  Equine Functional Posture Course and start building a better future for your horse’s body and mind.

 To learn more about Dr Raquel Butler visit:

Facebook: Integrated Veterinary Therapeutics

Website: https://www.integratedvettherapeutics.com

To learn more about Sophie Vandenberg:

Facebook: Equine Posturelate - Sophie Vandenberg

 Have any questions? Have a topic you would like to hear about?

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 If you enjoyed this episode we would love for you to follow and share the episode with your friends and would greatly appreciate a 5 star rating so we can continue to impact the world for the horse!!

Episode 54: Timeline's vs Agenda's

We all have goals and desires for our horses, but sometimes our agenda doesn’t match the realistic timeline our horse needs. In this episode we explore how to balance expectations, adapt to life’s challenges, and honour your horse’s journey. It’s about recognising progress, and learning to set both yourself and your horse up for success - as well as celebrating and accepting where you are in your journey

In this episode, you’ll learn:

How to recognise the difference between your agenda and your horse’s timeline

Life factors that add pressure - money, ambition, environment, and the unpredictable

The role of rider challenges, horse individuality, and life factors

Practical strategies to create appropriate timelines

How self-growth and flexibility help you show up better for your horse

🎓 Want to learn how to assess, interpret, and support your horse’s posture from the ground up? Register on the email list for our next  Equine Functional Posture Course and start building a better future for your horse’s body and mind.

 To learn more about Dr Raquel Butler visit:

Facebook: Integrated Veterinary Therapeutics

Website: https://www.integratedvettherapeutics.com

To learn more about Sophie Vandenberg:

Facebook: Equine Posturelate - Sophie Vandenberg

 Have any questions? Have a topic you would like to hear about?

Email us at: [email protected]

 If you enjoyed this episode we would love for you to follow and share the episode with your friends and would greatly appreciate a 5 star rating so we can continue to impact the world for the horse!!

Episode  51: Observing the Trot

Observing and evaluating your horse's trot is a useful skill to observe soundness and posture. In this episode we explain what to look for when assessing your horse’s trot, both ridden and unridden.

We’ll also explore:

Key takeaways: focus on head and neck position, spine stability, and pelvic motion to distinguish between a horse moving with ease versus one compensating under tension.

🎓 Want to learn how to assess, interpret, and support your horse’s posture from the ground up? Register on the email list for our next  Equine Functional Posture Course and start building a better future for your horse’s body and mind.

 To learn more about Dr Raquel Butler visit:

Facebook: Integrated Veterinary Therapeutics

Website: https://[email protected]

To learn more about Sophie Vandenberg:

Facebook: Equine Posturelate - Sophie Vandenberg

 Have any questions? Have a topic you would like to hear about?

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 If you enjoyed this episode we would love for you to follow and share the episode with your friends and would greatly appreciate a 5 star rating so we can continue to impact the world for the horse!!

Episode 50: Functional Posture and Headshaking (Part 2 of 2)

In Part 2 of our deep dive into headshaking we focus on diagnosis and management strategies to help you support your horse. We also discuss real life examples about horses that we have owned, met and helped with this condition.

You’ll learn:

🎓 Want to learn how to assess, interpret, and support your horse’s posture from the ground up? Register on the email list for our next  Equine Functional Posture Course and start building a better future for your horse’s body and mind.

 To learn more about Dr Raquel Butler visit:

Facebook: Integrated Veterinary Therapeutics

Website: https://www.integratedvettherapeutics.com

To learn more about Sophie Vandenberg:

Facebook: Equine Posturelate - Sophie Vandenberg

 Have any questions? Have a topic you would like to hear about?

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 If you enjoyed this episode we would love for you to follow and share the episode with your friends and would greatly appreciate a 5 star rating so we can continue to impact the world for the horse!!

Episode 49: Functional Posture and Headshaking (Part 1 of 2)

Headshaking in horses can be one of the most frustrating and idiopathic challenges for owners and riders. But what if we stop viewing it as a standalone issue in your horse's body and instead integrated it into the whole body? In this episode, Raquel and Sophie unpack headshaking and begin to discuss how posture and headshaking are interconnected.

You’ll learn:

🎓 Want to learn how to assess, interpret, and support your horse’s posture from the ground up? Register on the email list for our next  Equine Functional Posture Course and start building a better future for your horse’s body and mind.

 To learn more about Dr Raquel Butler visit:

Facebook: Integrated Veterinary Therapeutics

Website: https://www.integratedvettherapeutics.com

To learn more about Sophie Vandenberg:

Facebook: Equine Posturelate - Sophie Vandenberg

 Have any questions? Have a topic you would like to hear about?

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Episode 48: Postural Considerations for Rugging 

Is your horse’s rug keeping them cosy or cramping their style? Rugging is one of the most common management decisions horse owners make but it’s about more than just keeping them warm or clean. Rugs can influence posture, movement, and even comfort in ways that aren’t always obvious.

In this episode, we explore:

🎓 Want to learn how to assess, interpret, and support your horse’s posture from the ground up?

Register on the email list for our next  Equine Functional Posture Course and start building a better future for your horse’s body and mind.

 To learn more about Dr Raquel Butler visit:

Facebook: Integrated Veterinary Therapeutics

Website: https://www.integratedvettherapeutics.com

To learn more about Sophie Vandenberg:

Facebook: Equine Posturelate - Sophie Vandenberg

 Have any questions? Have a topic you would like to hear about?

Email us at: [email protected]

 If you enjoyed this episode we would love for you to follow and share the episode with your friends and would greatly appreciate a 5 star rating so we can continue to impact the world for the horse!!

Episode 47: Play - The Missing Link in Posture, Learning, and Connection

Play isn’t just fun it’s a vital part of how horses learn, grow, and connect. From moving around together, to exploring new environments or engaging with enrichment, play helps horses develop balance, confidence, and curiosity.

In this episode, we explore;

🎓 Want to learn how to assess, interpret, and support your horse’s posture from the ground up? Register on the email list for our next  Equine Functional Posture Course and start building a better future for your horse’s body and mind.

 To learn more about Dr Raquel Butler visit:

Facebook: Integrated Veterinary Therapeutics

Website: https://www.integratedvettherapeutics.com

To learn more about Sophie Vandenberg:

Facebook: Equine Posturelate - Sophie Vandenberg

 Have any questions? Have a topic you would like to hear about?

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