Interview with Dr. Andrew McLean

Dr Andrew McLean shares his expansive knowledge on what is a good life for horses.
He believes that horse welfare involves meeting their basic needs like foraging, social interaction, and having control over their movements. Enabling horses to access these needs leads to better mental security and well-being.
The public perception is shifting to advocate for more natural, lightweight riding styles that prioritize the horse's comfort and happiness over restrictive practices.
We need education, especially of children, and updating pony club systems based on scientific findings. Andre McLean sees this as important to improve horse welfare and training standards.
We need holistic approaches considering the horse's emotional state, not just their physical care and needs. More research is also needed to better understand their experiences.

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So many important messages that need to be embraced. Love the emphasis on the inherent need of access to forage and chewing , and the correlation of mental security. Thanks to Dr McLean, such an eloquent and knowledgeable speaker, who has dedicated his life to improving outcomes for horses and their owners.