作者: Katrina Merkies , Olivia Franzin
DOI: 10.3390/ANI11051347
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摘要: Horses (Equus caballus) have been domesticated for millennia and are regularly utilized work, sport, companionship. Enhanced understanding of human–horse interactions can create avenues to optimize their welfare. This review explores the current research surrounding many aspects by first highlighting horse’s sensory capabilities how they pertain human interactions. Evidence exists that suggests horses read humans in various ways through our body odours, posture, facial expressions, attentiveness. The literature also capable remembering previous experiences when working with humans. interrelatedness equine cognition affective states within umwelt is then explored. From there, personality regarding emotional transfer between examined. Even though may be recognizing humans, there remains a gap whether empathizing emotion. objective this explore relationship better understand thereby shed new light on potential positive approaches enhance welfare