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Aggressive behavior problems.

B V Beaver

    The Veterinary Clinics of North America. Equine Practice
    |December 1, 1986
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    Summary

    Understanding the diverse causes of aggression in horses is crucial for effective treatment. This study categorizes equine aggression into affective (e.g., fear-induced) and non-affective (e.g., play) types, highlighting medical and genetic factors.

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    Area of Science:

    • Equine behavior
    • Veterinary neurology
    • Animal aggression

    Background:

    • Accurate diagnosis of equine aggression is vital for appropriate management.
    • Aggression in horses presents a significant challenge in equine welfare and training.
    • Understanding the underlying causes is key to effective intervention.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To categorize and describe the various forms of aggression in horses.
    • To differentiate between affective and non-affective aggression in equine behavior.
    • To identify potential medical, genetic, and environmental factors contributing to aggression.

    Main Methods:

    • Review and synthesis of existing literature on equine aggression.
    • Classification of aggression based on affective and non-affective criteria.
    • Identification of associated medical conditions and contributing factors.

    Main Results:

    • Affective aggression includes fear-induced, pain-induced, intermale, dominance, protective, maternal, learned, and redirected forms.
    • Non-affective aggression encompasses play and sex-related behaviors.
    • Medical issues like irritable aggression, hypertestosteronism in mares, genetic factors, brain dysfunction, and self-mutilation are identified as concerns.

    Conclusions:

    • A comprehensive understanding of aggression types in horses is essential for accurate diagnosis.
    • Differentiating between affective and non-affective aggression aids in treatment planning.
    • Addressing underlying medical and genetic factors is critical for managing equine aggression effectively.

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