Author: Sue M. McDonnell
Publisher: Eclipse Press
ISBN: 9781581500905
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 398
Book Description
This book details everything from ongoing daily activites to social interaction among horses to abnormal behaviors. Each behavior is further explained by original line drawings, photographs or both.
The Equid Ethogram
Author: Sue M. McDonnell
Publisher: Eclipse Press
ISBN: 9781581500905
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 398
Book Description
This book details everything from ongoing daily activites to social interaction among horses to abnormal behaviors. Each behavior is further explained by original line drawings, photographs or both.
Publisher: Eclipse Press
ISBN: 9781581500905
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 398
Book Description
This book details everything from ongoing daily activites to social interaction among horses to abnormal behaviors. Each behavior is further explained by original line drawings, photographs or both.
Understanding Your Horse's Behavior
Author: Sue M. McDonnell
Publisher: Eclipse Press
ISBN: 9781581501285
Category : Pets
Languages : en
Pages : 148
Book Description
This handy volume compiles questions from horse owners about problems they face with their horses, and answers by renowned equine behaviorists Sue McDonnell, Ph.D.
Publisher: Eclipse Press
ISBN: 9781581501285
Category : Pets
Languages : en
Pages : 148
Book Description
This handy volume compiles questions from horse owners about problems they face with their horses, and answers by renowned equine behaviorists Sue McDonnell, Ph.D.
The Domestic Horse
Author: D. S. Mills
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
ISBN: 9780521891134
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 268
Book Description
Humans have had a profound influence on the horse since its domestication in the late Neolithic period. Used for transport, labour, food and recreation, horses have become important in many facets of our society. Daniel Mills and Sue McDonnell have produced an exceptional account of our current knowledge of the development and management of the behaviour of the horse, from its wild roots. The Domestic Horse, first published in 2005, brings together, for the first time, an unrivalled collection of international scientific authors to write on the latest findings concerning the behaviour and welfare of this beautiful animal. Illustrated throughout, The Domestic Horse will appeal to animal scientists, those working with horses in a professional capacity and the owner/enthusiast. It also provides sound complementary reading for animal/equine science courses and veterinary students.
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
ISBN: 9780521891134
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 268
Book Description
Humans have had a profound influence on the horse since its domestication in the late Neolithic period. Used for transport, labour, food and recreation, horses have become important in many facets of our society. Daniel Mills and Sue McDonnell have produced an exceptional account of our current knowledge of the development and management of the behaviour of the horse, from its wild roots. The Domestic Horse, first published in 2005, brings together, for the first time, an unrivalled collection of international scientific authors to write on the latest findings concerning the behaviour and welfare of this beautiful animal. Illustrated throughout, The Domestic Horse will appeal to animal scientists, those working with horses in a professional capacity and the owner/enthusiast. It also provides sound complementary reading for animal/equine science courses and veterinary students.
Equitation Science
Author: Paul McGreevy
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
ISBN: 1119241448
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 420
Book Description
A new edition of a highly respected textbook and reference in the rapidly emerging field of equitation science. Equitation Science, 2nd Edition incorporates learning theory into ethical equine training frameworks suitable for riders of any level and for all types of equestrian activity. Written by international experts at the forefront of the development of the field, the welfare of the horse and rider safety are primary considerations throughout. This edition features a new chapter on research methods, and a companion website provides the images from the book in PowerPoint.
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
ISBN: 1119241448
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 420
Book Description
A new edition of a highly respected textbook and reference in the rapidly emerging field of equitation science. Equitation Science, 2nd Edition incorporates learning theory into ethical equine training frameworks suitable for riders of any level and for all types of equestrian activity. Written by international experts at the forefront of the development of the field, the welfare of the horse and rider safety are primary considerations throughout. This edition features a new chapter on research methods, and a companion website provides the images from the book in PowerPoint.
The Welfare of Horses
Author: N. Waran
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN: 0306482150
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 238
Book Description
This book describes the development of horse behaviour, and the way in which the management of horses today affects their welfare. Horses for sport, companionship and work are considered and ways of improving their welfare by better training and management is described. The book assesses welfare, nutrition, and behaviour problems with horses. The authors include internationally-recognised scientists from Britain, Ireland, USA and Australia.
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN: 0306482150
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 238
Book Description
This book describes the development of horse behaviour, and the way in which the management of horses today affects their welfare. Horses for sport, companionship and work are considered and ways of improving their welfare by better training and management is described. The book assesses welfare, nutrition, and behaviour problems with horses. The authors include internationally-recognised scientists from Britain, Ireland, USA and Australia.
Animal Play
Author: Marc Bekoff
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
ISBN: 9780521586566
Category : Psychology
Languages : en
Pages : 294
Book Description
Animal Play, first published in 1998, is an interdisciplinary study of play in animals and humans.
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
ISBN: 9780521586566
Category : Psychology
Languages : en
Pages : 294
Book Description
Animal Play, first published in 1998, is an interdisciplinary study of play in animals and humans.
Companion Animal Care and Welfare
Author: James Yeates
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
ISBN: 1118688791
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 517
Book Description
Companion Animal Care and Welfare: The UFAW Companion Animal Handbook presents a comprehensive, accessible and practical reference for all parties seeking information about the proper care of companion animals. Identifies the needs of companion animals, explains how we know these needs, and gives scientifically-backed advice on how to meet these needs Promotes the most humane treatment and best possible care of our companion animals Addresses controversial issues such as selective breeding, companion animal showing, the keeping of exotic species, and the international pet trade Covers the husbandry and care of all major companion animal species, including mammals, birds, fish, reptiles and amphibians
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
ISBN: 1118688791
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 517
Book Description
Companion Animal Care and Welfare: The UFAW Companion Animal Handbook presents a comprehensive, accessible and practical reference for all parties seeking information about the proper care of companion animals. Identifies the needs of companion animals, explains how we know these needs, and gives scientifically-backed advice on how to meet these needs Promotes the most humane treatment and best possible care of our companion animals Addresses controversial issues such as selective breeding, companion animal showing, the keeping of exotic species, and the international pet trade Covers the husbandry and care of all major companion animal species, including mammals, birds, fish, reptiles and amphibians
Ecology of Social Evolution
Author: Judith Korb
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN: 3540759573
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 270
Book Description
The time is ripe to investigate similarities and differences in the course of social evolution in different animals. This book brings together renowned researchers working on sociality in different animals to deal with the key questions of sociobiology. For the first time, they compile the evidence for the importance of ecological factors in the evolution of social life, ranging from invertebrate to vertebrate social systems, and evaluate its importance versus that of relatedness.
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN: 3540759573
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 270
Book Description
The time is ripe to investigate similarities and differences in the course of social evolution in different animals. This book brings together renowned researchers working on sociality in different animals to deal with the key questions of sociobiology. For the first time, they compile the evidence for the importance of ecological factors in the evolution of social life, ranging from invertebrate to vertebrate social systems, and evaluate its importance versus that of relatedness.
Solving Equine Behaviour Problems
Author: Rose M. Scofield
Publisher: CABI
ISBN: 1789244870
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 155
Book Description
Horses can develop a range of behavioural problems, which if left untreated, could cause the relationship between horse and human to break down. With many different well-meaning opinions offered to solve such situations, it can be difficult to find the right path. In this book, Rose Scofield examines behavioural issues using the latest academic research. Offering practical solutions and with useful diagrams and photographs throughout, the book helps to protect and develop the horse-human relationship.
Publisher: CABI
ISBN: 1789244870
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 155
Book Description
Horses can develop a range of behavioural problems, which if left untreated, could cause the relationship between horse and human to break down. With many different well-meaning opinions offered to solve such situations, it can be difficult to find the right path. In this book, Rose Scofield examines behavioural issues using the latest academic research. Offering practical solutions and with useful diagrams and photographs throughout, the book helps to protect and develop the horse-human relationship.
Horse Behavior
Author: George Waring
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
ISBN: 9780815514848
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 460
Book Description
Waring (Southern Illinois U.) presents an overview of current international literature regarding the behavior and behavioral evolution of horses, both feral and domesticated. The material is organized in sections on behavioral development, reproductive behavior, social behavior, ecological influences, and applied ethology in horse care and management. This is an updated version of a 1983 book. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
ISBN: 9780815514848
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 460
Book Description
Waring (Southern Illinois U.) presents an overview of current international literature regarding the behavior and behavioral evolution of horses, both feral and domesticated. The material is organized in sections on behavioral development, reproductive behavior, social behavior, ecological influences, and applied ethology in horse care and management. This is an updated version of a 1983 book. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR