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Dr. Nancy Diehl addresses a question about why a mare might respond differently to training after having her first foal.
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Prior to attending veterinary school, Dr. Nancy Diehl completed a master’s degree in animal science while studying stallion sexual behavior. Later, she completed a residency in large animal internal medicine at the University of Pennsylvania’s New Bolton Center and worked in equine practices in Missouri and Pennsylvania. Diehl also spent six years on faculty at Penn State, where she taught equine science and behavior courses and advised graduate students completing equine behavior research. Additionally, Diehl has co-authored scientific papers on stallion behavior, early intensive handling of foals, and feral horse contraception. Currently she is a practicing veterinarian in central Pennsylvania.
Posted by Nancy Diehl, VMD, MS | Aug 20, 2022 | Article, Behavior, Commentary, Equine Behavior Commentary Series, Foal Care, Foaling & Foaling Problems, Weaning
Dr. Nancy Diehl addresses a question about why a mare might respond differently to training after having her first foal.
Read MorePosted by Nancy Diehl, VMD, MS | Oct 5, 2021 | Behavior, Behavior & Handling, Commentary, Equine Behavior Commentary Series, Horse Care, Injuries & Lameness, Pain Management
A veterinarian and equine behavior expert describes signs your horse’s behavior might be related to pain.
Read MorePosted by Nancy Diehl, VMD, MS | Feb 29, 2020 | Behavior, Commentary, Equine Behavior Commentary Series, Farm and Barn, Healthy Farm Management, Horse Care, Stalls, Waste & Manure Management
An equine behavior expert addresses a question about two geldings with very different poop patterns.
Read MorePosted by Nancy Diehl, VMD, MS | Feb 25, 2020 | Behavior, Behavior & Handling, Commentary, Equine Behavior Commentary Series
Dr. Nancy Diehl shares research results that indicate whether horses recognize their people.
Read MorePosted by Nancy Diehl, VMD, MS | Jan 30, 2020 | Behavior, Behavior & Handling, Commentary, Equine Behavior Commentary Series, Horse Care
Dr. Nancy Diehl explains what we know—and don’t know—about a horse’s nicker.
Read MorePosted by Nancy Diehl, VMD, MS | Jan 2, 2020 | Behavior, Behavior & Handling, Commentary, Equine Behavior Commentary Series, Horse Care
Find out about equine sleep patterns from an equine behavior expert, and learn how to tell if the amount of time your horse spends lying down is normal.
Read MorePosted by Nancy Diehl, VMD, MS | Sep 19, 2019 | Basic Care, Behavior, Behavior & Handling, Commentary, Equine Behavior Commentary Series, Horse Care, Safety, Welfare and Industry
Dr. Nancy Diehl shares how you can earn your horse’s respect through consistent training with both positive and negative reinforcement.
Read MorePosted by Nancy Diehl, VMD, MS | Sep 12, 2019 | Basic Care, Behavior, Behavior & Handling, Commentary, Equine Behavior Commentary Series, Horse Care, Safety, Welfare and Industry
An equine behavior expert and veterinarian shares recommendations for introducing horses that will live together.
Read MorePosted by Nancy Diehl, VMD, MS | Jan 10, 2019 | Behavior, Breeding and Reproduction, Breeding Basics, Commentary, Equine Behavior Commentary Series, Feeding Foals and Young Horses, Foal Care, Foal Care and Problems, Handling and Restraint, Orphaned Foals, Welfare and Industry
An equine behavior expert offers advice on raising and training an orphan foal to reduce future unwanted behaviors.
Read MorePosted by Nancy Diehl, VMD, MS | Jun 26, 2017 | Behavior, Behavior & Handling, Commentary, Equine Behavior Commentary Series, Horsemanship Science, Insect Control
Dr. Nancy Diehl shares her thoughts on using clicker training to help a horse get used to having fly spray applied.
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