Stress management in equines

Stress has been derived from the Latin word meaning to draw tight. Stress revealed inability of an animal to cope with its environment. It may cause discomfort leading to death. Various stressors originated from one individual (endogenous) or from the environment (exogenous) can cause stress in animals. Stress can cause abnormal biological functions in the body leading to various disease conditions. Like all other animals, equines are very much susceptible to various stressors. The common stresses and its management in equines are discussed below: