As práticas de manejo e estereotipias observadas nos cavalos de patrulhamento da Polícia Militar do Ceará

Abstract

Biometric, sensory and behavioral characteristics accredit the horse to the most diverse activities or functions. The horse is one of the most suitable animals to meet the special needs that affect man, requiring behavioral balance to maintain the health and physical integrity of the horse and rider, mainly for patrolling and equine therapy activities, both carried out by the Ceará Military Police Cavalry. Non-invasive taming and training methods can positively shape the horse's character, especially for patrolling, an activity known to be stressful and demanding balanced behavior from the horse. The positive interaction between the horse and equine therapy practitioners also depends on a balanced horse for use for social purposes, such as the PMCE Equine Therapy Center. The objective of this activity was to evaluate good general and food management practices and, in the light of literature, discuss the ethological causes and effects associated with the nutritional management of animals.