Quantification and application of non-quantitative indicators in equine production
In equine production,the quantification and application of some non-quantitative indicators are of great significance to the welfare of horses,the efficiency of the horse farm management and the exchange and promotion of scientific and technological achievements in the horse industry.This article outlines the quantitative standards for some non-quantitative indicators that have been widely recognized and applied in horse production in recent years,although some of which are still in the process of development and improvement.The indicators mainly includes horse condition scoring,forage quality scoring,equine gastric ulcer scoring,horse estrus scoring,horse lameness scoring,horse pain scoring,etc.to promote the extension,development and application of indicators mentioned above in domestic horse industry.