Most horses are handled for just one or two hours a day — and yet, the other 22-23 hours are where their nervous system, stress levels, and overall soundness are truly shaped.

In this episode, we explore why the environments our horses live in matter far more than most people realise — and how decisions around stabling and turnout often prioritise human convenience over equine wellbeing. Through a nervous system informed lens, we ask: what if the real issue isn’t your training… but the stable?

This is a grounded, reflective conversation about how to see the yard through your horse’s eyes — and how to make decisions that support regulation, social needs, and long-term soundness.

What We Cover:
– The truth behind the 23:1 ratio: how horses live when we’re not there
– Why many training issues are actually environmental issues
– What to look for in a sound, horse-centred stable
– The nervous system cost of limited movement, isolation, or lack of forage
– What to do when the “ideal” yard isn’t an option
– How to find compassionate compromises without ignoring the horse’s core needs

Take This With You:
You can’t out-train a dysregulated lifestyle.
If we want true connection and soundness, we need to start where the horse lives.

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https://scienceforsoundness.thinkific.com/courses/findingconnection

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