I'm an experienced horsewoman, who has worked professionally with horses since 2006. Prior to my current specialization, I taught riding and horsemanship, and trained horses.
Lauren Fraser, MSc, CHBC
EDUCATION
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MSc in clinical animal behaviour from the University of Edinburgh. Lauren researched the behavioural effects on horses of being 'laid down' during training
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Equine Science Certificate from the University of Guelph
experience
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Riding instructor, horse trainer
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Certified Horse Behaviour Consultant (CHBC) with the International Association of Animal Behaviour Consultants (IAABC)
AFFILIATIONS
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Associate member International Society of Equitation Science (ISES)
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Fear Free® Certified Professional
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Application review committee member (2012-2023) & horse division chair (2013-2021) for International Association of Animal Behaviour Consultants (IAABC)
TEACHINGS
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Content provider for Understand Horses; equine behaviour educator for Equitopia
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Monthly workshops for horse owners; an online RACE-approved course for veterinarians; university guest lectures (University of British Columbia; University of Guelph; University of Manitoba)
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Articles on horse behaviour and training for organizations, conferences and publications.
I own three horses: an Andalusian mare, an Arab-Quarter Horse gelding, and an Arabian gelding. I enjoy starting horses under saddle, teaching cooperative care behaviours, and building strong foundations so that my horses can have the confidence and ability to engage in a wide range of activities.
I live with my horses, dogs, cat, and husband Dr David Lane, DACVSMR, a veterinary sports medicine specialist at Points East West Veterinary Services, in beautiful Squamish, BC, Canada. When not with my horses, I can usually be found mountain biking.
