Animal Behaviour Wales

01/12/2025

🦷 Hidden pain is still pain.
Horses don’t always show obvious dental symptoms — but that doesn’t mean everything’s okay.

Huge thanks to everyone who joined our No Pain? Check Again webinar. Your horse’s mouth deserves the same routine attention as their hooves, back and tack. 🙏

💡 Learn the key warning signs & what a proper dental exam includes:
👉 https://bit.ly/46QSFJ4

🎥 Watch the webinar replay:
👉 https://bit.ly/46QSFJ4

📷 Equine Dental Clinic Ltd

01/12/2025

Our Freedom fostering service supports people fleeing domestic abuse, giving their dogs a temporary foster home whilst they focus on getting to safety 💛

'When things were volatile and there was shouting, Henry wouldn’t leave me and he became protective. I put up with abuse for over 2 years because I had Henry and I didn't want to lose him. If I'd have known about Freedom sooner, Henry wouldn’t have gone through those 2 years too.'

We sent Henry's owner regular updates on how he was getting on.

'I’d look forward to getting the monthly updates and would place all my pics on the fridge door, I’d keep one by my bed and it sounds silly, but I’d talk that picture to say good morning and goodnight to him.' 🥹

Help dogs and their owners by becoming a Freedom foster carer today: https://bit.ly/3HifDBF

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01/12/2025

We love seeing people connect with animals, but we’re concerned about how rabbits and other animals are handled in some farm parks. Frequent handling in loud, busy settings can be very stressful for them 🐰

We support The Rabbit Welfare Association and Fund's call to end 'pat-a-pet' sessions. A kinder approach is letting visitors enjoy animals from a respectful distance, whilst learning about what makes them unique and fascinating.

If you agree, or would like to learn more, you can sign the pat-a-pet-pledge here: https://bit.ly/48dVqGt

01/12/2025

01/12/2025

Caring for older horses during the colder months can be difficult, and maintaining their weight can become a challenge when your fields become more mud than grass.

Here are some tips on helping your older horse this winter:

🌾 Provide suitable forage

Older horses with dental issues may struggle to chew hay or haylage and might benefit from shorter chopped forage or a forage replacer.

🐴 Choose the right feed

There are many veteran-specific feeds available, so take the time to research and select one that suits your horse’s individual needs and lifestyle.

🌧️ Provide shelter

Ensure your horse has access to adequate shelter from wind, rain, and snow. Rugging may also be necessary for older horses to keep them warm and comfortable.

⚖️ Monitor their weight and condition

Regularly body condition score or weigh your horse to track any changes. This will help you adjust their management and feeding plan to maintain a healthy weight.

For more top tips, watch our YouTube video here 👉 https://bit.ly/4hT0dBy

01/12/2025

Experience the true magic of Christmas on Saturday 6th December!🎅🎄

Think twinkling lights, fun, food, music, and plenty of Christmas sparkle… you won’t want to miss it✨

🎟Book your tickets now!
https://buytickets.at/ameliatrustfarm/1915534

05/11/2025

⚠️ Fireworks and horses: the risks are real.

Since 2021, we’ve recorded:
💔 26 horse fatalities
🐴 121 horses injured
🧑 33 people injured

These are more than just numbers... they represent lives forever changed.

Every incident matters. If fireworks impact you or your horse tonight, report it via the Horse i app. Your report helps us campaign for change and build a clearer picture of what’s happening across the UK.

This allows us to actively lobby for stronger legislation through the Fireworks Impact Coalition... working with MPs, partners and campaigners to better protect horses and their owners from these preventable incidents.

📲 Download the Horse i app now and help make horses’ lives safer 👉 https://bit.ly/40B1o0w

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