Herd Behaviour Quiz
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Question 1 of 12
1. Question
Why is it important for a Practitioner to understand how horses live in the wild?
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Question 2 of 12
2. Question
Why do horses need to be kept in a herd (two or more horses) to be emotionally and physically healthy?
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Question 3 of 12
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Equine communication is meant to be which is a quality of many species.
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Question 4 of 12
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In one particular study, naturally-living horses spent % of their time eating and % standing without eating, whilst stabled horses spent % of their time eating and % of their time standing without eating.
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Question 5 of 12
5. Question
What are the signs of a relaxed herd?
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Question 6 of 12
6. Question
Select the answer that best describes Charlie’s emotional state in the above picture.
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Question 7 of 12
7. Question
Select the answer that best describes Mysti’s emotional state in the above picture.
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Question 8 of 12
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Is stabling a healthy longterm living option for horses ?
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Question 9 of 12
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Horse carers can inadvertently increase stress in horses by
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Question 10 of 12
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What is the natural weaning age of free living horses ?
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Question 11 of 12
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Some benefits of progressive weaning are development of skills, less stress/trauma (for both foal and ), increased chance of and calmness as well as inducing inquisitiveness.
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Question 12 of 12
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Some consequences of abrupt/sudden weaning are increased behaviour, potential stomach issues if they aren’t adapted to the new food source, weight loss, growth depression, possible gut and lack of skills.
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