In this podcast, Bryan interviews Dr Andrew McLean and discuss the research/evidence of how a particular nutrient profile can influence behaviour.
Dr Andrew McLean is an expert in equine cognition and learning and gives a fascinating insight to how horses have evolved into domestication. Understanding the physiology and natural responses to become better horse owners and trainers.
Journal:- The effects of diet and weaning method on the behaviour of young horses
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0168159105001115
Equitation Science International – https://esi-education.com/about-us/
Dr Andrew McLean, PhD (Equine Cognition & Learning), BSc (Zoology), Dip Ed
Co-Director, Equitation Science International
He is in great demand as a trainer, coach and speaker. In addition to establishing the Australian Equine Behaviour Centre, he has written 5 books, including an international best seller, and authored 35 peer-reviewed journal articles.
An accredited coach for more than 30 years, Andrew’s own riding achievements include winner of the advanced section of the famous Gawler Three-Day-Event, representing Australia in Horse Trials, short-listed for the World Championships, competitor at State and National events in FEI level Dressage and Eventing, and Show Jumping to Grand Prix level. He also held a racehorse owner/trainer licence, and raced bareback in Australia and New Zealand in the 1970’s and 1980’s.
Human Elephant Learning Programs (H-ELP)
H-ELP currently contributes to the development, welfare and safety of elephant handlers and trainers across India, Thailand and Myanmar.
Founded by Dr Andrew McLean and Laurie Pond in 2010.
Donate here: https://h-elp.org/leave-a-donation