Hi guys! In this week’s episode, I discuss dominance theory in the horse world. The idea that you must be the “Alpha,” “Lead Mare,” “the Dominant.” I disagree and so does the science. So, hear me out & give this episode a listen! If you’re interested in reading more about it, don’t take my word for it! Read the sources below! Each of them also has a ton referenced and linked within them so have at it! Leave a review for this podcast & Shoot me an email if you have a topic you’d like me to discuss! If you have a specific question, become a patron!
Thanks for listening! Check out our Socials!
Resources:
The Case Against Dominance/Pack Theory
Dominance and leadership in horses | Animated Series Episode 3
Position statement on the use/misuse of leadership and dominance concepts in horse training (2017)
Dominance and Leadership: Useful Concepts in Human–Horse Interactions?
Is Leadership a Reliable Concept in Animals? An Empirical Study in the Horse
Are Dominance and Leadership Important in Horse Training?
Dominance & Leadership
Preliminary Investigations Into the Ethological Relevance of Round-Pen (Round-Yard) Training of Horses, Warren-Smith. A. K, & McGreevy. P, (2008) Rethink urged of Monty Roberts’ training methods
Remote-Controlled Cars Used to Study Round Pen Training
Myff approaching the car
_____________________________
🔥💙 WHERE TO FIND US 💙🔥
Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/equitheory/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/equitheory/support