Equine Behaviour in Mind: Applying Behavioural Science to the Way We Keep, Work and Care for Horses

Your Guide to Equine Behaviour

This book provides practical ideas that can be incorporated into daily interactions with horses. Intended for people who work with horses and for owners who want to learn more, it advocates a mindful approach to working with horses, encouraging the reader to think in a horse-centric way. Academic behavioral research is used to underpin the understanding of horse behavior and the changes that can be made to positively improve horses' lives.

Key Features

• Horse-Centric Approach: The book advocates a mindful approach to working with horses, encouraging the reader to think in a horse-centric way.
  
• Theory and Practical Application: It provides both the theory behind behavior-minded horse management and the practical application to enable impactful changes to be made.
• Real-World Examples: Real-world examples and case studies are provided to highlight these points.
• Comprehensive Coverage: Horse behavior is discussed in a range of contexts, including breeding, training, and competing. A behaviorally minded approach to teaching riding, to medical and dental check-ups, to rehabilitation and rescue, and to driving change for horse welfare in both developed and developing countries is also covered.
  
• Broad Audience: It is intended for people who work with horses and for owners who want to learn more.