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In this webinar, Andrea and Callie dive into polyvagal theory and its application to understanding stress responses in horses. Get practical tools and real-life examples to help you recognize and support your horse's emotional state.
- The evolution from the old "two-branch" view of the nervous system to the more nuanced polyvagal theory.
- How blended nervous system states affect both horses and humans.
- Signs of sympathetic, parasympathetic (ventral/dorsal), and mixed states in horses with photo analysis.
- Simple strategies to help horses transition back to calm, engaged states.
- Real case studies and stories illustrating the impact of chronic stress and the importance of adaptability in training.
00:00 Evolution of Stress Response Theory
04:18 Horse and Human Anxiety Alignment
09:09 Mustangs' Stress Resilience
10:06 Mongolian Mustangs' Natural Focus
15:16 "Acute vs. Chronic Stress Responses"
16:58 "Wild vs. Domesticated Horse Brains"
19:55 Horse's Anxiety Linked to Health Issues
26:10 "Finding the Training Balance"
28:38 Reading Subtle Equine Signals
32:15 Reading Horse Body Language Holistically
33:06 Horse Focus and Perspective Training
37:20 "Rhythm and Confidence with Horses"
39:17 Simple Exercises for Horse Rapport
44:12 "Sudden Change in Arabian's Behavior"
48:34 Horse Showing Freeze Signals
50:41 "Wary and Restless Behavior"
53:47 Balanced Energy in Horse Training
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