Stereotypic Behaviors in Horses and Other Equids

Author(s): Jennie Ivey | Peter Krawczel | Lee Lee
Publish Date: May 27 2020
Publication Number: W898

Abstract

In horses, a stereotypy is any repetitive oral or locomotor action that serves little or no outward function. Learn why horses engage in stereotypic behaviors and how to prevent these stereotypies from developing and persisting.

Category
Animals & Livestock
Subject
Equine,
Keyword
Language
English
Title: Stereotypic Behaviors in Horses and Other Equids
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