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Considerate Horsemanship
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'Considerate Horsemanship' , considering how it is for the horse with everything we do. Developing positive relationships with horses.
Suzy Maloney B.Eq.Sc.
Dec 1, 20183 min read


Timing and Rein Aids with Horses
Timing and rein aids with horses - developing that crucial skill that sets the distance between a beginner and an experienced horse rider.
Suzy Maloney B.Eq.Sc.
Oct 17, 20183 min read


What is Normal in the World of Horses?
What is normal in the world of horses is not necessarily right. Is our society accepting widescale animal abuse?
Suzy Maloney B.Eq.Sc.
Sep 3, 20183 min read


Connection With Horses
The magic of connection with horses. What is connection and how do we get it?
Suzy Maloney B.Eq.Sc.
Jul 3, 20183 min read


Horse Health Before Training
Attending to horse health before training is essential. When we have a behavioural issue we must look to possible health reasons first.
Suzy Maloney B.Eq.Sc.
Jun 1, 20183 min read


Making it Easy for Horses
Making it easy for horses is not about settling for second best. It's about finding a solution that works for everyone, without stress.
Suzy Maloney B.Eq.Sc.
May 1, 20183 min read


Making the Change to Riding Bitless
Making the change to riding bitless opens up a whole new world between us and our horses.
Suzy Maloney B.Eq.Sc.
Apr 1, 20183 min read


Horses Are Talking Too
The benefits to be gained from listening to horses are enormous, both for yourself and for the horses.
Suzy Maloney B.Eq.Sc.
Feb 1, 20183 min read


Rewarding Horses When Using Negative Reinforcement
Whenever our horse does something that we've asked for, it's imperative that we give a reward to 'mark' the desired response.
Suzy Maloney B.Eq.Sc.
Jan 1, 20183 min read


Sentience in Horses
Sentience and horses - sentience is the ability to perceive one’s environment and experience sensations such as pain, suffering, pleasure or comfort. An animal that is sentient receives internal sensation and information from their environment, and interprets this as an emotion.
Suzy Maloney B.Eq.Sc.
Dec 1, 20173 min read


Preparation and Confidence Building in Horses
Preparation and Confidence Building in Horses - in order to feel confident horses need to understand and accept what is currently happening and be fully prepared for upcoming events.
Suzy Maloney B.Eq.Sc.
Aug 22, 20173 min read


Respecting the Horse
Imagine a relationship of mutual respect between us and our horse. In such a relationship there is time to be aware of the others needs and wants. Our horse is relaxed and happy in our presence. Respecting the horse creates a deeper connection and greater harmony.
Suzy Maloney
Apr 1, 20173 min read


The Happy Place with Horses
Spending more time being in the happy place with horses will change both their lives and ours. How can we do this? Read on...
Suzy Maloney
Mar 1, 20173 min read


Bitless Bridles Part 1
A three part series, bitless bridles part 1 commences a talk given in 2016 at Nimbin Agricultural Show by Suzy Maloney.
Suzy Maloney B.Eq.Sc.
Dec 7, 20161 min read


Learned Helplessness in Horses
Discover how Learned Helplessness in Horses affects behavior and welfare. Understand its impact on training and performance in horses.
Suzy Maloney B.Eq.Sc.
Dec 1, 20163 min read


Finding the Present Moment with Horses
Discover how 'Finding the Present Moment with Horses' can enhance your connection with these majestic animals. Embracing mindfulness.
Suzy Maloney B.Eq.Sc.
Nov 2, 20163 min read


Softness with Horses
Softness is a word that’s used often in the horse world, soft hands, soft seat, soft horse…. but what is it and how do we get it?
Suzy Maloney
Aug 1, 20163 min read
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