Description
Equine Behavior: A Guide for Veterinarians and Equine Scientists is
the quintessential reference for all who really want to know what makes
horses tick.
Research in horse behavior has made great strides in recent years. This
book examines the truth behind modern trends and ancient traditions.
Full of insight, it rounds up the latest findings of practitioners and
researchers from all over the world, drawing on both cutting-edge
research and best practice. With more than 1,000 references, the book
explores equine behavior from first principles, by considering the
behavior of free-ranging horses and focusing on ways in which
management and training influence the responses of their domestic
counterparts. Equine physicians, trainers, handlers and owners all need
to be students of equine behavior, because the first sign of a problem
is often a change in behavior. So, whether you own, ride, lead, groom,
feed or heal horses, what you observe is vital to your understanding.
Behavioral problems in the stable and under saddle are a grave concern
for equine veterinarians worldwide, because they can lead to poor
performance, welfare issues, abuse and, ultimately, wastage.
Traditionally, veterinarians gave priority to the physical health of
their equine patients. This book is a unique attempt to demonstrate the
way science can throw light on how and why problems and unwelcome
behaviors arise. It also offers ways to bring about change for the
better.
Beautifully illustrated with photographs and line diagrams, Equine
Behavior: A guide for veterinarians and equine scientists is an
essential resource for practising veterinarians, students and
enthusiasts with a specific interest in horses, ponies, and donkeys.
Professional trainers and handlers, equine scientists and behavior
therapists will also find its contents invaluable.
Audience
All veterinary practitioners, including specialised equine
practitioners. Equine Science students and graduates. Horse trainers,
particularly within the racehorse community.
Contents
Foreword
1. Introduction
2. Perception
3. Behaviour and the brain
4. Learning
5. Social behaviour
6. Communication
7. Locomotory
behaviour
8. Ingestive behaviour
9. Eliminative behaviour
10. Body care
11. Behaviour of the stallion
12. Behaviour of the mare
13. Training
14. Handling and transport
15. Miscellaneous
16. Glossary