Recognise how welfare links to environment, diet, and management.

Learn how to make simple changes that improve both welfare and biodiversity.

Build the foundations to move towards more sustainable, nature-positive equine management.

Course creator and coach with her mare

Module 1. Introduction to Sian, H&H, the course and BRAIN

Get acquainted with the course creator, understand the course structure, and delve into the basics of supporting equine welfare and the environment together. 

Module 2. What is horse welfare: The 5 freedoms, domains and the 3 F’s

Explore the fundamental principles of horse welfare, including freedom, health, and social needs, to ensure your horses thrive in their environment.

Module 3. Providing a species-appropriate environment

Learn what is needed in an environment that caters to the natural instincts and needs of horses, promoting their well-being and happiness.

Sian Constantine, Hoof & Habitat

Sian is a biochemist, coach (UKCC Level 2), and founder of Hoof & Habitat Ltd— a company dedicated to improving horse welfare through education about practical land management. She combines science-based insight with a deep understanding of equines and the environment to help owners create thriving, welfare-friendly spaces.

About the Course

This course helps you rethink what “good welfare” really means and shows how simple, nature-friendly choices can make a big difference. From grazing to shelter, you’ll learn how to create spaces that meet your horses’ physical and emotional needs, all while supporting biodiversity and healthier land. Whether you manage one paddock or a whole yard, you’ll come away with the knowledge and confidence to start improving your horses’ environment straight away.

Course Curriculum

8 Chapters · 56 Lessons

  1. 1

    Module 1: Introduction

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      Welcome. Meet Your Instructor & Course Overview

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      Diversifying pasture improves more than horse welfare

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      The BRAINS Tool

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    Module 2. What is horse welfare: The 5 freedoms, 5 domains and the 3 F’s

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      Before we start...

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      Types of grazing and pasture management

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      3 Frameworks for Welfare

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      The 3 Frameworks compared

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      The 5 domains

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      Module 2 Conclusion

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      Quiz: Welfare

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    Module 3. Providing a species appropriate environment

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      Introduction to Module 3

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      Shelter

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      Quiz 1: Shelter

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      Space and Terrain 1/3

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      Space and Terrain 2/3

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      Space and Terrain 3/3

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      Safety

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      Water

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      Quiz 2 Water

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      Forage 1/3

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      Forage 2/3

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      Forage 3/3 - Increase Biodiversity

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      Scratch and Roll!

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      Module 3. Conclusion

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      Quiz 3 - Forage

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      Additional Reading: Are we accidentally poisoning our horses

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    Module 4. Protection from pain, suffering, injury, and disease

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      Introduction to Module 4

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      Terminology

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      Mud: Mud Fever

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      Activity: Mud Fever

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      Mud: Hooves

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      Mud: RAO/IAD and Colic

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      Mud: Management to prevent mud related issues

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      Slipping Injuries

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      Forage: Related Issues

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      Forage: Ideal Management

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      Forage: Back to Reality

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      Freedom: Movement Related Issues

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      Freedom: Management when land is restricted

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      Freedom: Forage and Water

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      Allergies

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      Quiz: Allegies

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      Fighting Injuries

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      Hoof: Related Issues

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      Hoof: Management

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    Module 5: The ability to exhibit normal behaviour (freedom) and the right social grouping (friends)

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      Introduction and Background

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      Normal behaviour and social grouping

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      What horses need, and the barriers we face

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    Module 6. Species appropriate diet (forage)

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      Module 6: Species appropriate diet (forage)

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      Quiz: Forage

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    Module 7. Summary and Next Steps

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      Summary and Next Steps

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    Resources, Case Studies and Further Reading

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      References

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      Further Reading

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      Case Study: Sian and Faith

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      Case Study: Video - Helen and the three musketeers

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      Case Study: Helen and the three musketeers

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