Improving welfare, safety and pain recognition through understanding equine body language

Join us for an insightful presentation from Sara at Positive Partnership Equine. This presentation will delve into the intricate world of equine body language and its profound implications for horse welfare, safety, and pain recognition.

Understanding how horses communicate through their movements, postures, and expressions is essential for anyone who interacts with them—whether you're a trainer, caretaker, or enthusiast.

In this engaging session, we will explore the key components of equine body language, providing attendees with the tools to interpret subtle signals that indicate a horse's emotional state, comfort levels, and potential pain. By enhancing our ability to read these signals, we can improve the overall welfare of horses, foster safer environments, and implement more effective pain management strategies.

You will learn:

• How to decode labels into behavioural information you can use to understand your horse better

• How to recognize an equine pain face

• What early fear, stress and pain body language look like

• About musculoskeletal pain in the ridden horse

• How this information will help keep horse owners, riders, and caregivers, including hoof care providers, body workers and veterinarians, safer

Whether you want to deepen your understanding of horse behaviour or seek practical strategies for better interactions, this presentation will equip you with valuable insights to foster a deeper connection with your horse. Come ready to learn, share, and enhance your equine interactions for a safer and more compassionate approach to horse care!

Sara is a KPA CTP, Certified Trauma-Informed Horse Trainer, Certified Fear Free Professional and holds an Equine Science Certificate with distinction from the University of Guelph, including Advanced Equine Behaviour with Dr. Robin Foster. Having extensively studied equine behaviour and training methodologies, Sara utilizes evidence-based techniques that prioritize the well-being and emotional health of the horse. Learn more here.