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Horses Are Prey Animals
What does it mean to be a prey animal? While domesticated horses no longer face the same predators as their wild ancestors, their instincts remain deeply ingrained, affecting their emotional and physical well-being. Being aware that horses are prey animals in all our interactions with them is essential, for their wellbeing, and our safety.
Suzy Maloney B.Eq.Sc.
May 14 min read


The Benefits of Longer Grass for Horses
By allowing our horses to graze on more mature grass, we can promote better digestive health, more natural behaviours and improved weight management while also improving the environment.
Suzy Maloney B.Eq.Sc.
Apr 124 min read


For The Love of Horses
'How is it for the horse?' a question that for the love of horses is essential to ensure their mental, emotional and physical wellbeing.
Suzy Maloney B.Eq.Sc.
Jan 183 min read


Rethinking Our Relationship with Horses
Rethinking our relationship with horses; is the idea of control outdated? Moving away from control based methods towards a partnership.
Suzy Maloney B.Eq.Sc.
Oct 7, 20243 min read


My Horse Doesn’t Like...
'My horse doesn't like...' is this our horse talking or ourselves? Looking at clearing our minds and being with horses.
Suzy Maloney B.Eq.Sc.
Sep 2, 20243 min read


Open to Horses Through Feel
Exploring the subtleties of developing 'feel' with horses. This essential ingredient transforms our horse relationships.
Suzy Maloney B.Eq.Sc.
Aug 31, 20244 min read


Leadership and Horses
Good leadership empowers other, how does this look in the horse world?
Suzy Maloney B.Eq.Sc.
Jul 14, 20243 min read


Loving Assertiveness with Horses
I’ve created this term to help highlight a situation I sometimes see in my work with clients. The two words seem to conflict with each...
Suzy Maloney B.Eq.Sc.
May 8, 20243 min read


Beginners Riding Horses Bit-Free
For novice equestrians, the journey into the world of horseback riding can be both exhilarating and daunting. One aspect that often...
Suzy Maloney B.Eq.Sc.
Feb 4, 20243 min read


Equine Relationship Counselling
Like many horse people, I always felt I understood horses better than humans, especially as I studied horses so extensively doing my...
Suzy Maloney B.Eq.Sc.
Jan 1, 20243 min read


Dynamics Within a Horse Herd
Understanding the dynamics within a horse herd not only provides insight into the rich social lives of horses but also offers valuable parallels to human social structures. The capacity for empathy, leadership, protection, and the fostering of harmony within a community are universal qualities, transcending the boundaries between species.
Suzy Maloney B.Eq.Sc.
Nov 30, 20234 min read


The Joy of Equine Play
Horses are not just majestic and powerful creatures; they also have a playful and spirited side that often goes unnoticed. Engaging in...
Suzy Maloney B.Eq.Sc.
Oct 2, 20233 min read


When a Horse Consents - A New Way to Train
If we do something with a horse without their consent, what are we doing? What does that mean? Is that then a master/slave relationship?...
Suzy Maloney B.Eq.Sc.
Aug 1, 20233 min read


Horses Moving Toward Wholeness
Over the past few years, I’ve met a few horses who have undergone what can only be described as a transformation. While I am always happy...
Suzy Maloney B.Eq.Sc.
Jun 1, 20234 min read


Bitless Bridles and Pressure
I’ve heard critics of bitless bridles say they apply too much pressure to the horse. I find this an interesting statement. When riding in...
Suzy Maloney B.Eq.Sc.
May 4, 20233 min read


Horse Riding and Putting Love in the Hands
Every time we touch a horse we are communicating. One of the best things an instructor ever said to me was ‘put love in your hands.’ I...
Suzy Maloney B.Eq.Sc.
Feb 28, 20233 min read


Food, Safety and Sex for Horses
There are many things that are important to horses, with these three high up. After thinking about it I find that many things easily fit...
Suzy Maloney B.Eq.Sc.
Feb 2, 20233 min read


Walking with Horses
One of my all-time favourite things to do with horses is hand walking. The benefits of this are enormous and it’s enjoyable too. Benefits...
Suzy Maloney B.Eq.Sc.
Jan 1, 20233 min read


Self-Awareness when with Horses
Self-awareness is understanding our own thoughts and emotions and how these affect behaviours, others around us, and ourselves. It is...
Suzy Maloney B.Eq.Sc.
Dec 1, 20223 min read


Emotional Regulation with Horses
Looking to our own emotional state when we are with horses is essential to be able to create a space that is safe and positive for all....
Suzy Maloney B.Eq.Sc.
Nov 3, 20223 min read
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