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🧭 1. Horse First, Always

I prioritise the physical, emotional, and behavioural wellbeing of the horse over results, expectations, or traditions.
I do not use, condone, or remain silent about training methods that rely on fear, force, pain, or learned helplessness.

🪞 2. Honest Practice

I represent my skills, qualifications, and experience truthfully.
I do not claim titles, results, or specialisms I haven’t earned.
I clearly communicate what I can offer and refer on when something is beyond my scope.

🫂 3. Kindness Is Non-Negotiable

I treat horses and humans with respect, even when opinions differ.
I do not shame owners or professionals — I offer education, compassion, and clarity instead.

🧠 4. Ongoing Learning

I stay informed and open to new understanding in welfare, ethics, and communication.
I seek out credible learning opportunities and do not stop questioning what I was taught — especially if it puts the horse second.

🛡️ 5. Safety With Integrity

I take reasonable steps to ensure the safety of horses, owners, and myself.
I carry appropriate insurance and work within the boundaries of my training.

🛡️6. . Responsibility Within Role
If I become aware of harm or distress caused to a horse in my professional setting, I aim to offer education and support to the owner or carer, when safe and appropriate.
I do not confront or criticise others outside my role, unless I feel it is safe and necessary to do so, and I understand that long-term change comes through trust, not conflict.

🌾 7. Dolly Values: Courage, Clarity, Compassion

I support others in walking the quiet, often unseen, path of ethical horse care.
I stand beside fellow professionals facing judgement or financial loss for doing what’s right.
I know we are stronger together — and that horses need us united.