Robin Foster, PhD, Cert. Applied Animal Behaviorist (CAAB), Cert. Horse Behavior Consultant (CHBC)

Robin Foster, PhD, CAAB, IAABC-Certified Equine Behavior Consultant holds a doctorate in animal behavior and has taught courses in animal learning and behavior for more than 30 years and currently teaches university courses in equine behavior and welfare at Virginia Tech and the University of Guelph. Robin’s research looks at equine learning and behavior. She also provides in person and remote behavior consultations.

Articles by: Robin Foster, PhD, Cert. Applied Animal Behaviorist (CAAB), Cert. Horse Behavior Consultant (CHBC)

Study: Stress Impairs Horses' Learning Abilities

Common Equine Conflict Behaviors

Dr. Robin Foster, an animal behavior consultant, shares what equine issues owners face most often.

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Understanding Horse Behavior

Why do horses do the things they do? A behaviorist talks about how horses learn, stereotypies, herd dynamics, and more!

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When Horses Don't Respond to Corrections

When Horses Don’t Respond to Corrections

Our behavior expert looks at the reasons punishment often doesn’t work with horses and offers alternative solutions.

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Softening the Hard Mouthed-Horse

Softening the Hard Mouthed-Horse

Does it feel like your horse hangs on the reins? A behaviorist offers possible causes and solutions to the problem.

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