Analysis of the horse’s behavior when interactin with a person
https://doi.org/10.26897/0021-342X-2023-6-103-115
Abstract
The article analyzes the evaluation of the horse’s behavior according to the methodology developed by the authors and designed for the selection of “hobby class” horses for use in amateur equestrian sports and horse riding. The methodology is a point-based system for evaluating behavior according to certain criteria, with each of them being assigned 0 to 4 points in the interaction between a horse and a person. The average score determines the degree of suitability of a horse as a “hobby class” animal. Mares were found to be the most suitable for use as amateur sport horses, while there were no breed or age differences in the behavior of the horses. Behavioral and economic indicators of horse use were also compared. It was found that animals with high behavior scores, 3.0 points and above, were more likely to be used by inexperienced riders. The income from this group of horses was higher compared to those with low behavior scores.
About the Authors
V. Demin
Russian State Agrarian University - Moscow Agricultural Academy named after K.A. Timiryazev
Russian Federation
Russian Federation
Doctor of Agricultural Sciences, Head of the Department of Horse Breeding, Russian State Agrarian University - Moscow Timiryazev Agricultural Academy
I. Tsyganok
Russian State Agrarian University - Moscow Agricultural Academy named after K.A. Timiryazev
Russian Federation
Russian Federation
PhD. Agricultural Sciences, Associate Professor of the Department of Horse Breeding, Russian State Agrarian University - Moscow Timiryazev Agricultural Academy
N. Veselova
Russian State Agrarian University - Moscow Agricultural Academy named after K.A. Timiryazev
Russian Federation
Russian Federation
PhD. Agricultural Sciences, Associate Professor of the Department Zoology, Russian State Agrarian University - Moscow Timiryazev Agricultural Academy
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Demin V., Tsyganok I., Veselova N. Analysis of the horse’s behavior when interactin with a person. IZVESTIYA OF TIMIRYAZEV AGRICULTURAL ACADEMY. 2023;1(6):103-115. (In Russ.) https://doi.org/10.26897/0021-342X-2023-6-103-115
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