nervous

It doesn’t matter what discipline you ride or sport you play… Everyone gets nervous! The trick is to not let those nerves get the best of you or your performance. There are quite a few tactics that can help you remain calm and collected. They’re worth a try! Be Prepared Your rides at home are...

Whether for pleasure or work, exposing your horse to cattle can be an interesting experience. Some horses seem unfazed, while others become anxious and spooky. In order to keep your horse calm, try to take things slow. Don’t put too much pressure on them, instead try to make it a fun event. Before the Cattle...

Some horses are nervous by nature, while others have triggers that set them off. Whatever the case, you can develop a good strategy to help you handle anxious energy. Your horse can see you as a person of comfort and security. You can ease their tension and get them focused back on you. Try some...

A spooky horse is often in their own world. They’re preoccupied with their surroundings, rather than listening to their handler or rider. It can make training sessions difficult when you don’t have your horse’s full attention. Furthermore, it makes some people nervous when their horse is spooky or anxious. There are a few techniques you...

Day to day living can be stressful for your modern horse. You may be wondering how to keep them calm through farrier and vet appointments, weekend trailer trips, and even intense riding lessons. Your solution is simple and all-natural. Every barn needs a little glass bottle of this stuff! What’s the magic secret? Lavender, it’s...

Do you have a nervous or frigidity horse? It can be difficult to ride a horse that always seems ready to take off with you at any second. These hot horses have a ton of energy. Your goal should be to help calm them down. This will not only improve your safety, but a relaxed...

Each horse has a unique personality that slowly reveals itself in time. As a horse owner and rider, it can be fun to discover the characteristics of what makes your horse an individual. It can also be helpful when training and handling him. Most horses response better to tactics specifically designed for them. Have some...

Your horse can’t speak words, but he communicates in other ways with you. Through a series of body movements and vocalizations, your horse can tell you when he is relaxed, frightened, proud, and so much more. It’s important to watch carefully for these signs because sometimes they are extremely subtle. If you’ve ever been curious as...