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Dawn Sherwood is a Senior Lecturer at Oregon State University, affiliated with the Department of Animal and Rangeland Sciences. Her work bridges academic instruction with applied research focused on equine health, behavior, and sustainable management practices.
- Ph.D. in Animal Science (University of Nebraska, Lincoln, 2007)
- M.S. in Animal Science (Texas Tech University, 1998)
- B.S. in Animal Science (Texas Tech University, 1994)
- A.S. in Pre-Veterinary Medicine (Northwest College, 1991)
Dr. Sherwood's research spans two primary areas: mud and pasture management to enhance equine health and productivity, and behavioral studies of wild stallions examining social dynamics and human interaction patterns. She also contributes to collaborative equine research projects.
Her publications (2011–2021) reveal focus on: wild horse endocrinology, pest control strategies, human-horse interaction, and tribal wild horse management. Key journals include Clinical Theriogenology, Animals, and Pacific Northwest Insect Management Handbook extensions.
- 2021: Co-authored on equine behavioral responses in equine-assisted services
- 2019: Testosterone concentration analysis in stallions
- 2011: Three collaborative studies on wild horse management
- 2017–2016: Six editions of insect management handbook contributions
Scientific recognition includes the Honorary State FFA Degree (2013). She supervises Animal Science Senior Research Projects, providing undergraduates hands-on research experience.
