The impact of rider technique on the welfare of horses
Summary
This project will examine best practice in equestrian technique with a focus on dressage training
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Program Type
PHD
Synopsis
Humans influence horses, in-hand and under saddle, with stimuli in the form of pressure. Ideally such pressures are minimal but some horses are exposed to confusing and even abusive force. The current project brings together a multidisciplinary group to improve the training of horses. It will involve the development of technologies to measure the interaction between horses and riders. It will advance our understanding of negative reinforcement in general and learning theory in the ridden horse by addressing one of the most fundamental questions in equitation: “What is the optimal level of contact between any given horse and its rider?”
Additional Information
This project will be based in our collaborative laboratory in Victoria. The successful student will have priority access to our lab’s cutting edge equipment but currently no additional funding is in place. Therefore we can accept applications only from student with scholarships.
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Keywords
equine, equestrian, equine dressage
Opportunity ID
The opportunity ID for this research opportunity is: 1246
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