This month, Anna Louise and I had a deep dive into several equestrian news stories that sparked our curiosity. As members, we wanted to share not just the news but our personal reflections on these topics.
Horse Intelligence Study Confirms What We've Known All Along
When we discussed the Nottingham Trent University study showing horses can strategically adapt their behavior to maximize rewards, Anna Louise immediately connected this to her experience with her miniature horses:
"We all know and feel how intelligent our horses are," Anna Louise reflected. "It's amazing to know that’s scientifically proven, they can change their strategy and their way of thinking to benefit them."
This reminded us of our recent conversation with Gabi Neurohr, whose episode features 77 different games you can play with your horse to stimulate their minds. Anna Louise was particularly impressed by Gabi's creative approach:
"She will hide treats in things like rolls of carpet, which we would never think of usual…
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