Faculty of Health and Medical Science

Companion animal behavior

Oral behaviour during riding is associated with oral lesions in dressage horses – A field study

This study included 11 warmblood dressage horses, randomly selected for oral inspection after competition. Five of eleven inspected horses had abrasion of the skin and/or mucosa.

Horse behaviour

Dominance hierarchy does not influence distances travelled and area utilization in a large group of ponies

This study investigated the influence of dominance hierarchy on the locomotor behaviour and area utilization in a large group of horses in a pasture-based housing system in Northern Germany.

Conflict behaviour in Icelandic horses during elite competition

This study aimed to investigate the prevalence of conflict behaviour in Icelandic horses competing at elite level in breed-specific gait competitions

Behavior problems in dogs—An assessment of prevalence and risk factors

The aim of this questionnaire study was to investigate the prevalence of and risk factors for dog behavior problems by analyzing the responses of a representative sample of Danish dog owners.

Comparison of physiological and ethological indicators and rein tension

This study is a first step to investigate the influence of riding on horses affected by Quine Headshaking Syndrome (EHS) and, in general, contributes to a better understanding of EHS.

Shelter use by horses during summer in relation to weather conditions and horsefly (Tabanidae) prevalence

This study investigated use of artificial shelters by 10 horse groups continuously for eight summer week to understand how horses use shelters to provide shade and a refuge from biting insects during summer.

Movement Patterns of Roaming Companion Cats in Denmark — A Study Based on GPS Tracking

We studied the roaming patterns of companion cats in Denmark. The movements of 97 cats with outdoor access were traced for about seven days using GPS tracking.

Insect-repelling behaviour in horses in relation to insect prevalence and access to shelters

This paper measures the level of discomfort of biting insects and whether access to shelters or other indoor areas may help prevent biting insect nuisance.