Horse Senses – Stephen Peters

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To understand a horse, we must first understand how it experiences the world.

In Horse Senses, experienced equestrian author Susan McBane explores the remarkable sensory abilities of horses and explains how their perception of the environment differs from our own.

As prey animals, horses have evolved sensory systems that help them detect potential dangers, communicate with others and respond rapidly to changes in their surroundings. These abilities influence almost every aspect of their behaviour, from everyday reactions to their responses during handling, training and riding.

This book bridges the gap between scientific explanations of equine anatomy and the practical knowledge needed by horse owners and professionals.

The book explores:

• The equine nervous system and its role in sensory perception.

• The endocrine system and its relationship with bodily functions.

• Smell: How horses detect and interpret scents.

• Taste: The importance of taste in feeding and everyday behaviour.

• Hearing: How horses perceive sounds and respond to auditory information.

• Sight: The characteristics of equine vision and how they differ from human vision.

• Touch: Tactile sensitivity and its significance in communication and handling.

• Practical applications of sensory knowledge to horse care, management, training and riding.

The book is organised into sections covering basic anatomy and physiology, individual sensory systems and their practical implications.

By comparing equine and human perception, McBane helps readers understand why situations that seem harmless or ordinary to us may produce very different responses in horses.

The practical sections encourage readers to consider how everyday routines, equipment, handling techniques and riding practices interact with the horse's sensory experience.

Illustrations and accessible explanations make complex subjects easier to understand without losing sight of their scientific foundations.

Horse Senses is suitable for horse owners, riders, breeders, trainers, veterinary students and equine professionals who want to deepen their understanding of equine behaviour.

A valuable guide to seeing the world from the horse's perspective and using that understanding to improve communication, care and everyday interactions.