This just in from BBC News:

Horses Used to help drug addicts (including alcoholics)

An innovative drug and alcohol programme using horses is being trialled at a hospital in the Borders.

Recovering addicts at the Castle Craig Hospital are taking part in treatment known as equine-assisted psychotherapy.

Patients are encouraged to carry out simple tasks, which require them to successfully communicate with a horse.

More here.

Hey, does this mean I can finally take those riding lessons I’ve been wanting and write it off??

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