53 || Debunking Dominance Theory in Horses — Part 1 - a podcast by Jill Treece

from 2020-07-21T08:00

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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!
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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

#DitchDominance

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