Issue 11 is here! Here's what you'll find inside...
Interviews:
Education is paving the way for new generations of bright minds with the power and ability to sculpt the equine community into something better, brighter and ultimately more equine-focused. After the creation and introduction of ‘Paddock Paradise’ by Jaime Jackson in the early 2000s, many amongst the natural horse care community believe the next step towards a horse-led future is one where track systems are included within higher education. Henry Church-Huxley, a senior lecturer for Harper Adams University and physiotherapist, shares how track systems are being taught and how we as a community can help.
Guest Articles:
Rachel Mercier of Heartfelt Equestrian shares her story and her horses’ weight loss as one of the only track system owners in Uruguay, South America.
In Part 1 of ‘Listening To The Nervous System’, Laura McKinlay of Bits & Behaviour explains how the nervous system of our horses works in an easy-to-digest way.
Laura A Fitch, Founder of the Rebel Horse Project, talks her experience visiting the Northern Great Plains of the United States to see the Nokota® horses and how the very best track systems are built from an understanding of the horse as a species.
Hoof Bootique Boot Advisor, Cat, provides her top tips on how to get the perfect boot and fit for your horse and their needs.
Minna Sarkkinen of Hoof School returns for part 2 of her Thoroughbred focused, barefoot series, this time addressing the all too common thin soles.
Regular writer Alyson Sharpe of PB Paddock Paradise Livery reflects on her 7th annual open day and the community that came together.
Jordan Wood of Hope For Horses Behaviour & Training is back to share how her three horses with complex, varying needs all thrive on her track system, together.
Sue Dawson of Calm Healthy Horses UK adds to her ongoing miniseries ‘Making Mini Tracks Rock’, asking the question – should herbs form a part of your horse’s diet?
Regulars:
Enrichment Makes - easy enrichment ideas for your own track system.
Track Hacks - our track 'must haves' and top tips for you and your horse.
Tracks From Around The World - a look at track systems from across the globe.
To my fellow trackies or trackies-to-be, Happy Trackin' everyone.
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Should you have any questions or issues, please contact Maddie at happytrackin@outlook.com.