Researchers Study Horses’ Startle Response to Novel Objects
Alexandra Beckstett
August 25, 2013
One of the most consistent indicators of equine temperament is a horse’s novelty response, researchers say.
One of the most consistent indicators of equine temperament is a horse’s novelty response, researchers say.
Researchers estimate that if a horse investigates an object for 13 seconds or more, then he is likely playing.
More frequent forage feedings for group-housed horses could lead to a balance between feeding and resting.
Jockeys struck a simulator with significantly (approximately 15%) more force with the backhand than forehand.
Dr. Sue McDonnell describes the regular care and maintenance of UPenn’s semi-feral pony research herd.
Training efficacy and stress levels were similar in the negative and positive reinforcement groups.
Researchers recently developed two pressure detection systems to measure pressure exerted by nosebands.
Dr. Temple Grandin, a professor of animal science at Colorado State University, talks about how horses experience fear.
Horses undergoing T-Touch exhibited fewer aggressive reactions than those experiencing massage or rest.
Dr. Hayley Randle shares why it’s important for riders and coaches to understand rein tension.
Dr. Hayley Randle of Duchy College in Cornwall, U.K., compares how professional and amateur riders responded during her rein tension study.
The conference brought together delegates from 14 countries to discuss equine behavior and welfare.
Training outcomes are affected by a horse’s arousal state and his attachment to his trainer, scientists say.
Reflective equipment use doesn’t appear to affect the occurrence or absence of near misses with traffic.
Researchers found that 11.03% of the racehorses evaluated performed some stereotypy or abnormal behavior.
Dr. Hayley Randle, a researcher with the equitation science department at Duchy College in Cornwall, U.K., shares the results of her study investigating rider perception of rein tension.
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