Fundació Cavalls
del Pirineu

To shape, in this context, means providing tools that allow individuals to feel more secure and equipped when making requests of their horse (such as catching it, loading onto a trailer, accepting necessary care, etc.).

At times, shaping also involves putting words to traditional practices and techniques, acknowledging the value and validity of what has been done, and proposing improvements for both the horse and the human.

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We carry out various activities: sensing the horse, starting young horses, equine handling to facilitate their day-to-day, for both them and their owners, handling during transportation, others.

These activities are directed towards, and adapted for, different groups (livestock farmers, agricultural schools, and other educational institutions, youth organizations, etc.). If you are interested in our training, please contact us.

In that sense, we highlight:
- Consulting and supporting 'Hípica Aventura Verda'. Removal of metal bits from the mouth and transition to bitless riding (Ribera de Cardós, 2023).
- Theoretical and practical training for the foundation Cavall Pirinenc Català (Llavorsí, 2022).
- Activities with the horse herd (Cau el Prat, 2022).
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This branch of the Foundation has two complementary lines of intervention and action: "Women: past, present, and future" and "Women and recovery."

The first is aimed at all women, regardless of their age. We aim to create a space where women can see, meet, and share experiences, knowledge, and initiatives. This line is primarily focused on experimentation and intergenerational transmission, valuing the past in the present to project into the future.

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The second is dedicated to women who have experienced gender-based violence. The main objective is to promote physical and emotional recovery, reducing the secondary effects of violence (isolation, low self-esteem, stress, etc.).

Our main working tool is a unique setting in Pallars Sobirà, with a "Herd" of 22 horses, where we initiate this process to achieve our goals through workshops and various activities. In this context, it is crucial to highlight that horses are part of the environment and not tools. The environment acts as a facilitator by providing a combination of elements that encourage well-being and relaxation.

If you are interested in this project, if you have questions to share, or if you would like more information, please contact us.
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The main focus of the Foundation, concerning horses, is to improve the situation of the equine community; that's why we believe it is necessary to conduct assessments.

To enhance and ensure the well-being of the horses, we believe that an evaluation, followed by professional guidance with the delivery of points for improvement, can promote both short-term and long-term evolution.

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To carry out this assessment, we will use tools created from over 25 years of experience in caring for horses.

We visit equine facilities and analyze the deficiencies (weak points) and/or improvements to be applied (water points, food and storage, grazing space, and development as a horse, etc.).

We assess the physical and mental condition of the evaluated horse.

We provide guidance, actively participate, and follow up to ensure that these improvements are implemented.
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From the Foundation, we cannot and do not wish to take in more horses to stay at our facility; it would not be a sustainable situation for us.

Our goal, in this regard, is to find a suitable place for the horses that guarantees their well-being. By suitable, we mean various points listed in the "evaluate" section. Additionally, we understand that this place will align with our philosophy.

This pillar involves work prior to welcoming a horse.

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Horses are animals that often have histories of many disruptions, changes of owners/caretakers, etc. Our primary intention is to promote continuity in terms of the bonds the animal may have formed in its current environment. Therefore, we want, as much as possible, to prioritize improving the horse's situation where it is, through collaborative efforts with its owner/caretaker. This stage involves ongoing monitoring and evaluation of the situation in the short, medium, and long term.

In the event that improvements are not possible or are not sustained over time, we will proceed with taking in the animal.

In summary, after studying the situation, assessing, advising, and monitoring, if necessary, we will welcome the horse and care for it until we find a new home, which must adhere to our philosophy.

The new home, as well as the accommodated horse, will be assessed in the short, medium, and long term to ensure their well-being.
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