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10 Signs Of Choke In Horses

November 14, 2023
A choking horse is a scary sight! You may have heard about someone else’s horse choking, but until you experience it firsthand it’s hard to truly understand what it’s like. Some horses will panic! Others will stay calm, but show clear discomfort. While the signs are usually quite similar, all horses behave differently in the...

Desensitizing Your Horse To Scary Objects

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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...

10 Reasons Horses Buck

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March 3, 2023
The last thing most cowgirls want is a horse that bucks. It can be scary and dangerous! Horses buck for a variety of reasons from pain to behavioral issues. If your horse has developed a habit of this, then you’ll need to get down to the root of it! Why Horses Buck There could be...

5 Things Horses Dislike

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September 23, 2021
Much like people, horses have likes and dislikes. Some things are hated by almost all horses, while others are on a case-by-case basis. You may be surprised by some of the things that ended up on this list! If you can, try to avoid them. Things Horses Dislike Flies: This one is no mystery! Some...

How To Handle A Spooky Horse

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February 10, 2020
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...

Top 10 Things That'll Cause Your Horse To Spook

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August 13, 2018
Even the most confident horses spook! As flight animals, your horse is always ready to react and get to safety. That means jumping, rearing, bolting, and bucking away from whatever is causing the fear. Do these 10 situations frighten your horse? 1. Plastic Bags: The dreaded plastic bag blowing in the wind. It’s sure to...

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