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Social Licence to Operate in Equine Hoof Care: How to Choose a Trusted Hoof Care Provider
Red flags to avoid, welfare-first standards to look for, and how Holistic Equine supports informed horse owners Choosing a hoof care provider is an important welfare decision. Your horse’s feet influence comfort, movement, posture, performance, and quality of life, so it is reasonable to expect more than a quick trim or a confident opinion. This is where social licence to operate matters. In equine hoof care, it means earning and retaining the confidence of horse owners and t
Beccy Smith
Aug 14 min read
Webinar Recording - Welfare considerations for the ridden horse - "When should I ride my horse?"
Join Integrative Equine Podiatrist, Beccy Smith, and Trauma Informed Vet Physio Yasmin Stuart as they discuss this topic through a variety of lenses - combining evidence-informed practice and research, to give you practical skills to assess your own horse's wellbeing so you can answer that question for yourself.
Beccy Smith
Jul 23, 20253 min read
It's official - the UK equine industry IS in crisis (says a recent RSPCA commissioned report)
It's official - the UK equine industry IS in crisis (says a recent RSPCA commissioned report)
Beccy Smith
Mar 11, 20254 min read
Listen to The Equestrian Podcast #72 - Approaching hoof care from a holistic perspective with Beccy Smith
Explore holistic hoof care with Beccy Smith on The Equestrian Podcast #72. and how Beccy's approach can enhance your equine's wellbeing.
Beccy Smith
Mar 5, 20252 min read
Webinar Recording - Bit and Bridle fitting for Welfare and Balance
In this fascinating webinar I am joined by Dr James Cooling - co-Director of the Association of Professional Bit and Bridle Fitters
Beccy Smith
Feb 26, 20253 min read
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