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The effect of stress and exercise on the learning performance of horses.

27 min • 25 mars 2023

In this episode Nancy and Kate discuss a paper on the effects of inactivity, moderate exercise and uncontrolled stress on the learning capability of horses.

Research Reference and Link (Open Access):

Henshall, C., Randle, H., Francis, N. et al (2022). The effect of stress and exercise on the learning performance of horses. Scientific Reports, 12, 1918.

The effect of stress and exercise on the learning performance of horses.

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