Why does equine ethology matter to your horse?
Understanding how horses behave in their natural environment offers powerful insights into their needs, motivations, and how they communicate with both us and each other. Equine ethology - the scientific study of horse behaviour in wild or free-roaming conditions - sheds light on fundamental principles of equine behaviour. But what can ethology really teach us about the horses we work with every day?
In this webinar, equine ethologist Samantha Couper introduces key principles of ethology and how it helps us better understand horses. You’ll learn how behaviour is recorded in the field and what we know so far about the natural behaviour patterns of horses around the world. We'll discuss how ethological research can be applied to domestic horses to improve training, management, and welfare.
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After the presentation, Samantha answered questions from the audience.
This webinar is aimed at horse owners, trainers, students, and equine professionals interested in understanding horse behaviour through a scientific, welfare-centred lens.
Once enrolled, you have 60 days to watch this recording.
Archived webinar recording
ON-DEMAND. Equine behaviour consultant Sam Couper examines affiliative behaviours of wild horses in Utah, giving special attention to conflict resolution - when do other horses create conflict and, more importantly, how is the conflict ended?
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ON-DEMAND. An archived webinar recording of equine ethology and behaviour experts Lucy Rees and Samantha Couper discussing and analysing wild and feral horse behaviour.
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ON-DEMAND. An archived webinar recording of equine ethologist and behaviour consultant Samantha Couper on the benefits and behaviours of play in horses.
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