Gemma Pearson News Today

Educating horses to cope with the world around them from a young age is crucial to set them up for a happy life

Changing the way we talk about equine welfare – and treating horses like horses rather than “like kings” – may not only improve it, but also protect our sport for the future. This was the conclusion of a study on what was said after welfare campaigners gained access to the racecourse before the 2023 Grand […]

Veterinary behaviourist Gemma Pearson explores how horses learn, and how this knowledge can be used in training.

A journal commentary, centered on the Grand National, discusses how racing can maintain its social licence to operate.

Behavioural science was in the spotlight at BEVA Congress, with Gemma Pearson and Sarah Freeman speaking on how learning theory can improve welfare and safety for horses, their owners, and veterinarians.

Israeli veterans and other PTSD sufferers will be able to receive online help to address an often overlooked symptom: chronic procrastination

They might appear minor on the surface, but puncture wounds can involve dangerous underlying damage and infection.

Expert advice on how to stop your horse being pushy when you are handling him and how to train him to stand still when tied up

Riding a horse who’s bucking and rearing isn’t fun – read this expert advice on retraining a horse who shows such behaviour

Delegates at Britain's National Equine Forum were taken on an educational and emotional journey of discovery in the horse world.