2025 Summer Equine Speaker Series: Grief Management for Equine and Livestock Caregivers

Friday, August 15, 2025

Mary Walby
Founder of God’s Window Senior Horse Rehab and Hospice

The bond between humans and the animals they care for runs deep. This webinar explores the emotional toll of losing livestock or equine companions and offers tools for understanding, processing, and supporting grief. This session will cover the natural dying process of equines and livestock, common grief responses, ways to support yourself and others, and how to build resilience in the face of loss. Join us for a thoughtful conversation that validates your experience and provides resources for healing.
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UMaine Extension is offering a new Equine Speaker series to share new research, novel management practices, and solutions for common challenges regarding care for our equine companions. The theme for this summer series is "From Foaling to Farewell – Essential Knowledge for the Equine Lifecycle."

Whether you’re a horse owner, equine professional, or passionate caregiver, this series offers valuable insights to help you provide the best care at every age. Learn from veterinarians, Extension Specialists, and seasoned equine caregivers in a supportive, knowledge-rich environment. Don’t miss this opportunity to grow your understanding and strengthen the bond with your horse, from beginning to end.

For more information:
https://extension.umaine.edu/livestoc...

The information in this webinar is for educational purposes only. No responsibility is assumed for issues arising from the use of products or services mentioned. No endorsement of any product or company is intended, nor is criticism of unnamed ones implied.

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