Ep.5 Living the Good Life? Welfare and Horse-Human Interactions

In this episode, Dr. Carol Hall discusses her PhD research with Dr. Rachel Kay on horse welfare, focusing on how horse-human interactions affect quality of life. She shares findings from her systematic review, which explores pain recognition, emotional reactivity, and handling, highlighting the importance of fulfilling horses' physical and social needs. Dr. Hall emphasises how positive interactions with humans can improve welfare, offering valuable insights into enhancing the lives of horses in sport and leisure activities.