Horses have a complex repertoire of facial expressions, just like primates

When I started horse riding lessons at the age of eight, I was told that if a horse had its ears forward that was a good sign, and if horse had its ears back it wasn't happy. Those riding lessons sparked a fascination with equine behavior that is still with me and inspires my research.

Jun 9, 2025 - 17:08
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When I started horse riding lessons at the age of eight, I was told that if a horse had its ears forward that was a good sign, and if horse had its ears back it wasn't happy. Those riding lessons sparked a fascination with equine behavior that is still with me and inspires my research.