Question

Why does herding help a horse survive better?

Answer 1

Horses live in herds so they can protect themselves from danger, they would have a less chance of getting hurt if there is more of them. Another reason is because they are better able to fill there needs by being in a herd, they don’t like being alone and they are social animals. Horses are happier when they are in a herd.

Answer 2

In natural environments, horses typically live in relatively stable social units. Horses live in herds so that they are able to fulfil their basic needs, which are to avoid danger or harm, and to reproduce successfully and bring up healthy foals.