Table 3.

Summary of themes.

Theme	Definition
1. Effective Communication	Quality and respectful communications are pivotal to successful inter-disciplinary interactions
2. Multidisciplinary Expectations	Potential for successful team-based approaches
3. Horse Welfare	Welfare as the centre-point of all professional interventions
4. Professionalism	Recognition and appreciation of professional recognition and boundaries, and the association with robust decision-making skills
5. Relationships	Value of positive and transparent client: professional and professional: professional relationships
6. Working Together	Benefits and challenges associated with a collaborative approach