Can understanding owners' behaviours improve the health and welfare of horses?
Published Date: 10/5/2022
Source: phys.org
An editorial introducing a special virtual issue of the Equine Veterinary Journal turns the lens on horse owners. The editorial introduces a collection of 20 studies examining horse owner behavior—such as recognizing colic, treating infectious diseases, vaccinating against various pathogens, and following veterinary advice—and how such behavior impacts the health and welfare of horses.