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Equine research

Our staff and students’ research is changing the way we work with horses, maximising welfare and performance. We’re the voice of authority on equine treadmill use for rehabilitation and our studies into the principles of horse-rider partnerships, and the benefit of sleep are advancing industry standards. We continually review our own approach, in line with current research, to put the wellbeing of our horses first. Advancing welfare rehabilitation. Our Equine Therapy Centre team has contributed to the world's first international guidelines. Pushing performance We know that happy, healthy horses tend to perform at their best. Our research is maximising industry welfare standards for successful horse-rider partnerships. Changing lives Research into the benefits of equine assisted therapy was carried out with Sirona Therapeutic Horsemanship. We’ve been exploring how interactions with horses can improve the wellbeing of young people with autism. We’re leading best practice in the use of water treadmills for training and

- Answering pressing questions with real-world impact, driven by industry. - Making important discoveries through our on-campus facilities and technology. - Working together to improve welfare standards and performance. How our staff and students are making an impact through research

Featured research Rider posture and

its influence on synchronisation

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