Ep. 24 Aveil Oberhammer on Using EquiFACS to Assess Horse Behaviour Before & After Riding at the 2025 Conference
Chloe Campbell speaks with Aveil Oberhammer at the ISES Conference 2025 about her research using EquiFACS — the Equine Facial Action Coding System — to identify subtle changes in horse behaviour before and after riding.We discuss how EquiFACS can help riders, trainers, and researchers better understand equine emotional states, improve welfare, and refine training approaches.
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Ep 23. Clever Hans Talk: Rick Hester Cheyenne Mountain Zoo on Zoo Environments
Rick Hester from Cheyenne Mountain Zoo presents the Clever Hans Lecture from the ISES Colorado Conference. He explores how zoo environments can be designed to encourage not just activity, but meaningful outcomes for animals. While he occasionally refers to slides, the talk works well in audio — and the full video is available on our YouTube channel.
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Ep. 22 Prof Paul McGreevy, Dr Gemma Pearson and Dr Temple Grandin at the 2025 Conference
In this special conference edition, we bring you conversations with three leading voices in equitation science and animal welfare. Prof Paul McGreevy, Dr Gemma Pearson, and Dr Temple Grandin share their perspectives from the 2025 International Conference in Colorado, reflecting on key themes in horse–human interaction, training practices, welfare, and the future of equestrian sport.
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Ep. 21: Diet and Behaviour in Horses with Dr. Katherine Houpt
In this episode, we’re joined by renowned veterinary behaviourist Dr. Katherine Houpt, with host Chloe Campbell, to explore the complex relationship between diet and behaviour in horses. Drawing on her chapter from Equine Welfare in Clinical Practice, Dr. Houpt discusses the role of the microbiome, the importance of natural foraging behaviour, and findings from both observational and intervention studies.We cover how different feeding practices can influence behaviour — including the development and management of stereotypies — and how aligning diet with a horse’s natural needs can support better welfare and emotional balance.Whether you're a practitioner, student, or simply passionate about equine welfare, this episode offers valuable insight into one of the most overlooked areas in horse management.
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Ep. 20 Signs of Happiness: Measuring Horse Welfare Through Affiliative Behaviour
In this episode, Chloe Campbell, ISES Media Manager, sits down with Dr. Miriam Baumgartner to explore how affiliative behaviours can serve as valid, reliable, and feasible indicators of positive welfare in horse husbandry.
What behaviours truly signal contentment in horses? How can we use them to improve management and training practices? Join us as we delve into the latest research and discuss practical applications for ensuring the well-being of equines in various settings.
Tune in for expert insights and evidence-based approaches to better understanding horse welfare!
About International Society for Equitation Science
Welcome to the International Society for Equitation Science (ISES) podcast, where we delve into matters related to horse welfare, training, and the horse-rider relationship. Become a member of ISES today: https://www.equitationscience.com/membership. As a not-for-profit organization, ISES is dedicated to promoting research in equitation science to improve the lives of horses. Our podcast engages with diverse members of the equine community, including practitioners, associates, students, and supporters.
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