Swapping hay? Horse nutritionist explains why it takes 7-10 days

But Claire’s advice was practical. She calls it the "Overlap Strategy." It means keeping just three or four bales of the old batch back, specifically to mix in when the new load arrives. It is a tiny logistical change that protects the gastric health we spend a fortune trying to fix.

The native ponies we are losing

The rare breed ponies Britain is losing — and what disappears with them

The motivation equation

There is more than one way up a mountain with horses, and doggedly sticking to one method is not always in your horse's best interests. Doing what works for your horse in a given moment of its life can help create an unbreakable bond

Give Them Choice. Why Track Systems Work.

I've always known track systems were about movement and forage and hoof health. I hadn't properly understood they were about giving horses back their choices.

Paramedic Advice for Horse Riders

This week’s episode is perhaps one of the most important safety conversations we’ve ever had on the podcast. Anna Louise is joined by Mike Elkins from the South Central Ambulance Service to discuss the reality of horse riding accidents and, crucially, how to prepare for them. Mike is

Horse euthanasia, grief, and the guilt nobody warns you about

This covers the practical and emotional realities of horse loss, including euthanasia. Challenging content, but essential preparation.

From Medieval Jousting to Modern Horsemanship

interview with Johnny Browne, Professional Horseman & Former Royal Armouries Rider Interpreter

Classical vs Modern Dressage - Finding the Lost Connection

Why the art of horsemanship is reclaiming its soul—and what it means for every rider

Keeping Cool. The Science Behind Equine Heat Management

Why traditional cooling methods fail when temperatures soar and what actually works when every minute counts.

How Amateur Owners Are Spotting Pain in Horses Like Experts (Using This Tool)

Harmonious Horsemanship Review: The 24-Point Scientific Checklist That's Changing Everything

What If Your Horse Is Hiding Trauma? The Truth Behind the Calm

Why "quiet, obedient" horses might actually be shut down and struggling

Understanding the true nature of horses through trust and choice

Perhaps the most radical idea in this episode is that horses should have agency in their interactions with humans. Dr Keeson's research methodology demonstrates that when horses are given genuine choices about participation, they often choose to engage – but on their terms.