How to Manage Equine Obesity (2021)
Overview
Obesity remains one of the most frustrating and widespread challenges faced by equine veterinarians. It’s not just about recognising the issue—it’s also about helping owners understand and change their behaviour.
This webinar draws on findings from a three-year study into horse owners’ perceptions of body condition and weight management, combined with key principles from behaviour change theory and human psychology.
By applying these insights, the session offers practical tools to support more effective and empathetic conversations with clients—turning difficult discussions into meaningful progress.
Presenters
Dr Tamzin Furtado is a social scientist with a background in global health and a specific interest in the interconnections between human and animal health and wellbeing.
She completed her PhD at the University of Liverpool, focusing on improving the management of equine obesity, with particular attention to horse–human relationships and human behaviour change.
Tamzin now works on a range of projects that explore how understanding human behaviour can improve companion animal welfare. She uses social science methods to uncover effective ways to support behavioural change in animal care.
She is actively involved in BEVA’s equine obesity initiative and frequently delivers lectures and workshops on applying behaviour change principles to support both equine professionals and owners in managing weight effectively.
