desensitize

20 Things To Desensitize Your Horse To

September 5, 2023
Horse trainers commonly use the term ‘desensitize’ to refer to getting their horse comfortable to an object or situation. The rider or handler helps the horse to overcome their fear. This training exercise is essential to developing a well-broke horse. The more you can expose them to the better their reactions become. Desensitize Your Horse...

Desensitizing Your Horse To Scary Objects

|
August 4, 2023
Experienced riders and horse trainers recognize the importance of desensitizing their horses to various objects. Horses are prey animals. This can cause them to be flightly in scary situations. It’s your responsibility to expose them to as much as you can. In time, they’ll build confidence and trust in you. Desensitizing Your Horse Michelle with...

Desensitize Your Horse With Goats

|
April 10, 2023
Why add goats to your horse farm…? Not only do they eat weeds, but goats can also desensitize your horse. You’ll have a bombproof horse and weed-free pasture. That’s a double win! When you factor in their cute personalities, you’ve hit the trifecta. How Goats Desensitize Goats are like deer! They run, jump, and appear...

10 Tips For Keeping Your Horse Safe During Fireworks

|
July 2, 2021
With the 4th of July nearly here, you may be getting nervous for your horse’s safety. Fireworks frighten many animals, including horses, dogs, cats, etc… The loud booms and bright lights can cause your horse to have a melt down. Some many run through fences or slip and injury themselves. Proper planning is necessary to...

Top 5 Ways To Avoid Getting Kicked

|
March 5, 2019
No one wants to get kicked by a horse. In fact, it can be very dangerous! By learning a few safety tips, you can avoid being kicked. It’s important you know how to interact and maneuver around your horse. Follow these tips to be safe at the barn! 1. Learn your horse’s body language: Are...

Cowgirl Hotlist

This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.
Cowgirl-Logo

Level up your COWGIRL CONscious

Get the latest Cowgirl Lifestyle news, editorial & fashion features to your inbox daily!

This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.

By signing up you agree to our Privacy Policy & Terms of Use and to receive marketing and account-related emails from COWGIRL. You can unsubscribe at any time.