Theresa is the producer and founder of Curious Equestrian.
horse behaviour
The couple receives identical questions from riders worldwide, regardless of skill level: feeding time chaos, pushy horses, separation anxiety, and behind-the-leg issues. Their diagnosis? All these problems stem from the same root cause - lack of genuine connection.
human stories
From 'You'll Never Walk Again' to International Show Jumping: An Equestrian's Extraordinary Comeback Story
With the right mindset, preparation, and training approach, you can cultivate a calm, connected partnership with your horse, even in the face of unpredictable environments.
What Horses Want You to Know
Could the secret to your horse's happiness be right under their hooves?
horse welfare
Why this often-neglected aspect of equine care could be the key to your horse's comfort and wellbeing
"The more you do it, the more you discover that you can develop this beautiful two-way communication with the horse." - Sandra Poppema on the evolving nature of positive reinforcement training
Guest: Sandra Poppema, Founder of HippoLogic & creator of The Confident Clicker Trainer method
Rethinking the Riding School Model
hoof care
Natural hoof care expert Louise Backholler on why domestic horses struggle with hoof issues wild horses never face.
We often focus intensely on our horses' physical development, building muscle, improving fitness, and perfecting technical skills. But what about mental stimulation? What about play?
Why are miniature horses so often overlooked in the equestrian world? Two remarkable women in New Zealand are changing that perception through an innovative charitable trust.