Impact of Riding in Rollkur-posture on Welfare of Performance Horses
Date
2008-12-09T19:55:40Z
Authors
Millman, S.T.
Merkies, K.
Shoveller, A.K.
Keeling, L.J.
Duncan, I.J.H.
Von Borstel, U.
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Abstract
Objectives: To determine 1) if horses will show differences in stress responses as measured by heart rate and behavior when ridden in Rollkur as compared to regular collections and 2) if they show preferences between the two riding styles when given the choice.
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Poster/Factsheet includes objectives, materials and methods and results of study.
Keywords
Stress Responses, Horses, Horsemanship, Rollkur Posture