
Episode #9
15: Equine Behaviour, Ethics and Euthanasia with Jenny Hindmarsh
In this enlightening episode of the Pet Guardian Podcast, Dr. Lucy Daniella speaks with Equine vet and behaviourist Jenny Hindmarsh about the intricacies of quality of life for aging horses. Jenny shares her insights on recognizing hidden distress signals, such as changes in behavioral patterns and dental issues, that indicate declining health. They discuss the importance of routine veterinary care and the challenging decisions surrounding end-of-life care. The conversation highlights the critical role honesty plays in these discussions, encouraging proactive conversations around euthanasia to ensure humane and timely decisions that prioritize the welfare of the horse. Equine end of life - World Horse Welfare Emergency decision making | The British Horse Society emergency-care-plan_online.pdf Friends at the End | The British Horse Society Is My Horse In Pain? – Complete Guide to Equine Pain Assessment | Mad Barn

