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Online | Why Does My Horse Do That? The science behind cribbing, weaving and other stereotypies + how to manage them

If your horse cribs, weaves, or box walks, you already know how distressing it can be to watch — and how confusing it is to find reliable answers online. This 1-hour online webinar cuts through the myths and gets straight to the science.

We'll cover:

  • What stereotypies actually are (and what they aren't)

  • Why the horse's brain develops these coping mechanisms

  • What's happening neurologically in horses who show these behaviours

  • What these behaviours tell us about a horse's environment

  • What you can actually do to help — practical, evidence-based management strategies that support your horse's wellbeing without the guesswork

What Makes This Different

This isn't forum advice or recycled training tips. This session is hosted by Susan Nienaber, an equine scientist and behaviourist with an MSc in Equine Science and 30 years of global industry experience — including time managing the Australian Equine Behaviour Centre.

You'll leave with real scientific insight and a clearer picture of your horse, for the price of a couple of coffees.

Good to Know

🎥 Can't make it live? No problem. All registered ticket holders receive a recording link to watch back anytime.

💬 Got questions? There'll be dedicated Q&A time at the end so you can ask about your specific horse and situation.

Why Does My Horse Do That? is an ongoing webinar series where we deep-dive into the science behind the things horses do — the quirky, the confusing, and the endlessly fascinating. Sessions run regularly, for the price of a couple of coffees.

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