Poll Recap: Enriching Your Horse’s Environment
Jennifer Whittle
December 6, 2016
Of the 371 respondents, 172 (46%) said they provided their horses with enrichment items such as toys.
Of the 371 respondents, 172 (46%) said they provided their horses with enrichment items such as toys.
Researchers confirmed that horses learn socially across species, in this case from familiar humans.
Przewalski’s and domestic horses feed exclusively on grass, while wild asses feed on grass along with shrubs in winter.
How effective are appeasing pheromones for reducing nervousness or anxiety in horses?
Is it possible that some horses, like people, are born with a highly sensitive nervous system?
Researchers say studs have better-quality semen when housed next to other stallions before being stabled next to a mare.
Electric fencing might not cause horses extra stress, but most stay farther away from an electric fence than a wood one.
Researchers found that yawning appears to be closely associated with social interactions and, possibly, social stress.
Our “Why Does My Horse Do That?” winner wants to know why her mare’s buddy licks the mare after meals.
My horse is “reverse bridle shy.” What can I do to help this habit?
A French genetics team determined a common breeding pool is not only realistic but also preferable.
What behavioral or health information do you need to share when selling a horse?
A video of your horse’s behavior could win an evaluation by Dr. Sue McDonnell and a prize pack from Zylkene Equine.
One mare’s rearing habit around her owner might be play initiation.
Researchers developed a reliable test to help people determine each horse’s unique attention ability.
The majority of respondents said they’ve used more experienced horses to help inexperienced ones through new situations.
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