What Horse’s Needs Are

What Horse’s Needs Are

Author: Chandra October 27, 2022 Duration: 42:31
I recently saw a video showing some of the reasons why a race horse had the best care. I definitely disagreed with these reasons as horses don’t care about most of them. People tend to anthropomorphize with our horses. We need to instead look at what is really important for a horse from his point of view. I talk about the 5 freedoms and what horses truly need.

Chandra hosts Contemporary Horsemanship Podcast, a space dedicated to thoughtful conversations about working with horses. Rather than presenting rigid rules, this podcast explores the nuances of equine behavior and the practical application of modern training methods. Each episode feels like a candid discussion, breaking down why horses react the way they do and how we can build clearer, more trusting partnerships with them. You'll hear specific insights on interpreting subtle body language, refining groundwork, and applying riding techniques that prioritize mutual understanding over dominance. It’s for anyone who spends time around horses and wants to move beyond simple commands to a deeper, more collaborative connection. The focus is always on sharing accessible, useful knowledge that listeners can immediately relate to their own experiences at the barn or on the trail. By tuning in, you join a community curious about the evolving art of horsemanship, all delivered through Chandra’s grounded and relatable perspective. This isn't about quick fixes; it's about fostering a lifelong, rewarding dialogue with these incredible animals.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

Contemporary Horsemanship Podcast
Podcast Episodes
Giving Horses Vaccinations [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 21:43
I’ll go over the process of how I train a horse to get vaccines and how to give them.
Review of Mark Rashid’s book Horses Never Lie [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 41:03
I recently read one of Mark Rashid’s books Horses Never Lie. I really enjoyed it and learned a lot, so I wanted to share what I though about it in a little review.
Common Problem Behaviors and What They Really Mean [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 33:52
The reason that horses have problem behaviors is because they are either afraid or uncomfortable. When a horse feels like this they often default to using flight or fight behaviors, which almost all are what we consider…
Desensitizing a Horse to Eye Ointments, Drops, and Touch [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 18:37
You never know when a horse will need eye drops or ointment. I like to prepare them for this by doing desensitizing and targeting so that they will be comfortable when I need to handle the eyes. I’ll cover why horses bec…
Desensitizing a Horse to the Clippers [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 36:32
Lots of horses get worried when they have to be near the clippers. I will walk you through the process that I use to get a horse comfortable being clipped.
The Need For Growth When Working With Horses: My Story [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 46:37
Lots of things that have been happening in the horse world recently have really disappointed me and made me think of how we can change the industry for the better. I go into my story with horses and how I have grown thro…
Horses That Chew Wood [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 13:15
This is a very quick episode talking about why horses chew wood and what you can do about it.
My Thoughts on the Kentucky Derby [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 34:12
I just wanted to discuss some of the recent events that happened at this year’s derby. I’ll also talk a little about other horse sports and racing in general. These are just my opinions on racing. The overall ideas I hop…
Things to Consider When Buying a Horse Part 2 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 48:03
In part 2 I’ll be talking about feeding, environment, and exercise and how they effect the horse’s behavior. I’m also going to cover some red flags to look out for when buying and selling.
Things to Consider When Buying a Horse Part 1 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 38:35
There are a lot of details when it comes to buying and selling horses. Horses are not machines and there are many variables that can change a horse’s behavior. I’m talking about some of the main things to think about whe…