Contemporary Issues in Equine Welfare

These flashcards cover the key concepts and vocabulary from the Contemporary Issues in Equine Welfare lecture, including definitions and important frameworks.

Five Freedoms

The framework for assessing animal welfare, including freedom from hunger, discomfort, pain, fear and distress, and the freedom to behave normally.

Social License to Operate

The implicit approval granted by society regarding how horses are treated and the integrity of competition.

Humane Treatment

Treatment of animals with compassion, minimizing pain and suffering.

Animal Welfare

The quality of life an animal experiences, emphasizing physical health, mental state, and emotional well-being.

Animal Rights

The legal and moral status of animals, asserting that they should not be exploited by humans.

Pain Indicators in Horses

Signs that a horse may be in pain, including ear position, eye changes, and altered facial expressions.

Euthanasia

The humane act of ending an animal's life to alleviate suffering.

Welfare Assessment Tools

Methods used to evaluate and monitor the welfare of animals, like the EARS and AWIN protocols.

Equine Learning Theory

Understanding how horses learn through adaptive changes in behavior based on experience.

Health Monitoring

Regular assessment of a horse's vital signs and signs of illness to ensure well-being.