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  • Human Behavioural Science
  • Equine Studies

Background:

  • Human behavioural research supports habit formation for lasting change.
  • Equine care practices offer opportunities for habit development.
  • Limited research exists on applying habit theory to equine welfare.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate a theory-based intervention for developing and maintaining pro-animal welfare habitual behaviours (PAWHBs) in equine caregivers.
  • To explore the application of habit theory principles in equine welfare.
  • To assess the impact of a PAWHB intervention on human behaviour and habit formation.

Main Methods:

  • A 30-day pro-animal welfare habitual behaviour intervention (PAWHBInt) was implemented.
  • Intervention involved providing equine enrichment (scratching) linked to an existing routine.
  • Qualitative methods included semi-structured interviews with participants (n=9) analyzed via thematic analysis.

Main Results:

  • The PAWHBInt positively impacted human behaviour and habit formation.
  • Participants self-reported observed outcomes during the intervention.
  • Linking new behaviours to existing routines was emphasized for PAWHB development.

Conclusions:

  • The study provides proof-of-concept for habit-based interventions in equine welfare.
  • Mutual benefit and emotion play a role in habit formation, aligning with cue-routine-reward principles.
  • Further research is needed on habit theory applications for animal welfare.