Horse Nutrition: Secrets from the Wild

Описание: What Dr. Cindy Engel discovered about horse self-medication will revolutionize how you think about horse nutrition and pasture management.

Dr. Cindy Engel is a research biologist and author of "Wild Health" who has spent decades studying animal self-medication in wild habitats. Her groundbreaking research reveals why the conventional wisdom about "perfect" horse pastures is actually undermining our horses' natural health strategies, and what we can learn from wild animal behavior to keep our domesticated horses healthier.

In this conversation, Dr. Engel challenges the myth that animals possess innate wisdom, explains why domesticated horses have lost crucial self-medication knowledge, and reveals the three types of substances horses need beyond grass—nutrients, phytochemicals, and mechanicals. You'll discover why monoculture pastures increase veterinary costs, understand the vital role of "weeds" in horse health, and learn practical strategies for providing diversity even in restricted spaces.

Whether you're managing horses on limited acreage, struggling with recurring health issues, or questioning conventional pasture management advice, this conversation provides the scientific understanding and practical tools to transform your approach to equine nutrition and environmental enrichment.

TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 Meet Dr. Cindy Engel - Research Biologist & Wild Health Expert
02:34 The Inspiration Behind Wild Health Research
05:04 Why Animal Behavior Fascinates Scientists
08:12 Do Horses Really Know What's Good for Them?
14:17 The Problem with Perfect Pastures
16:16 Beyond Nutrients: The Role of Mechanicals
21:00 Mental Benefits of Natural Foraging Behavior
29:10 Lessons from Monty Roberts and Wild Mustangs
34:12 How Horses Read Human Energy and Emotions
36:29 Practical Tips for Restricted Horse Keeping
45:11 Creative Solutions: Bringing Diversity to Small Spaces

CONNECT WITH DR. CINDY ENGEL:

Website: https://www.cindyengel.com/
Book: "Wild Health: How Animals Keep Themselves Well and What We Might Learn From Them"

What surprised you most about Dr. Engel's insights on horse self-medication? Have you noticed your horses seeking out specific plants or behaviors? Share your observations below!

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