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Jun 1, 2023 · This review discusses important aspects of normal horse behaviour, key factors in the development and treatment of undesirable behaviours in horses, and the potential role of behaviour modifying medication as an adjunct to an overall behaviour modification program.
Some of the most common are those associated with aggression (including aggression towards people), fear and phobias, sexual behavioral problems, performance problems (such as bucking), abnormal eating habits, and undesirable stall behaviors.
Horses are highly social animals that require contact with others for normal daily maintenance and well-being. Isolating horses can lead to development of problems. The main goal of managing behavior problems in horses is to identify the deviation from normal equine behavior and correct it.
Mar 14, 2024 · All horse behavior is driven by emotions and perceptions, making it crucial to address the root causes of unwanted behaviors. Equine communication involves a combination of body language, vocalizations, and sensory awareness, requiring handlers to be attentive and responsive.
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Sep 5, 2018 · The most curious, cooperative and intelligent horses exhibited more abnormal behaviours than the more passive and stubborn ones. Aggressive, insecure, irritable and hardworking horses also presented more abnormal behaviours than the horses with confident and reliable traits.
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Jun 10, 2020 · Certainly, quantification of genes involved in fear, aggression, and abnormal behaviors, including stereotypic behaviors, will allow owners to identify predisposed individuals, which may enhance the ability to proactively manage, handle, and train horses for more successful outcomes.
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Aug 30, 2011 · Some horses develop abnormal or repetitive behaviours, which are not in the ‘normal’ behavioural repertoire. These stereotypic behaviours, sometimes termed ‘vices’, can indicate strategies to cope with a suboptimal environment.
