His Practice
He is a Neuroscientist specializing in brain functioning. As a horse brain researcher, he has given Equine Brain Science seminars/presentations and performed Horse Brain dissections around the world for the horse owning public as well as Veterinarians and Veterinary Surgeons.
He is the co-author with Martin Black of Evidence-Based Horsemanship. He and Martin participate together in quarterly EBH virtual clinics (Martinblack.net) and the annual EBH colt starting clinic in Maine.
Dr. Peters has been a frequent presenter at The Best Horse Practices Summit and at Warwick Schiller’s Journey On Podcast Summit. He also provided significant contributions to the book, Horsehead: Brain Science & other insights.
He has collaborated with Canadian Psychotherapist, Sarah Schlote to create the Equuscience Master Course, (A trauma-informed and evidence-based lens on horse-human relationships) and educational focus classes such as The Neurobiology of Learning. (Equuscience.com)
Dr. Peters works with Mark Rashid and Jim Masterson on various projects including their annual Equine Brain Seminar, Your Horse’s Brain, A User’s Manual.
- Peters presented at theVirginia Medical School with Rupert Isacson and Temple Grandin, in Norfolk VA, 2025
- In collaboration, Dr. Peters and Jillian Kreinbring presented Horse Brain Science and Functional Anatomy at a 5 day clinic at the Hotel at Kirkwood Center, in Rapid City, Iowa, 2025.
- As an international presenter Dr. Peters held clinics in the Netherlands in 2024 and will in Germany, Belgium, Netherlands, Norway, Denmark and Poland in 2025.
- Dr. Peters is the Keynote Speaker for Horses and Humans Research Foundation’s “Connect, Learn and Inspire” Conference in San Antonio 2025.






His Precision
An evidence-based approach to horsemanship focuses on evaluating and applying scientific research to guide decisions and establish “best practices.” Insights into the neuro functioning of the horse’s brain, along with their practical application, enhance the ability to interpret and understand equine behavior more effectively.

His Passion
Dr. Steve Peters is deeply passionate about advancing the welfare of horses through his research and teaching in horse brain science. He is committed to exploring how the brain and behavior of horses influence their well-being and safety, both for the horses themselves and the people who work with them. His work focuses on understanding the emotional and cognitive processes of horses, shedding light on how they perceive and react to their environment. By educating others, Dr. Peters empowers equine professionals to approach horse care and training with a deeper understanding of their mental states. His ultimate goal is to foster better communication between humans and horses, reducing stress and increasing safety through scientifically grounded practices.

What to Expect?
Are you interested in understanding the science of how your horse thinks and why he reacts the way he does?
This eye-opening and mind-altering clinic will better your connection and improve your relationship with your horse.
Prepare to more accurately see your horse in a whole new way.