Is Your Horse Bored of Your Riding Routine?
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Horses can get bored doing the same activities over and over—here’s how to get out of a riding routine rut.
What To Do If Your Horse Is Spooky
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Equine behavior consultant Lauren Fraser offers some do’s and don’ts when dealing with a spooky horse.
Dealing With a Mouthy Horse: Do’s and Don’ts
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When dealing with a mouthy horse, identify the root cause and apply low-stress, evidence-based techniques to resolve the issue.
Dealing With a Herd-Bound Horse
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An equine behaviorist explains why some horses experience separation distress when isolated from other horses and how to resolve the issue.
How To Train Your Horse Using Negative Reinforcement
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Learn why negative reinforcement horse training—also known as pressure and release—works and how to use it properly.
How To Train Your Horse Using Positive Reinforcement
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Positive reinforcement is a low-stress training technique that can help us teach horses how to happily perform almost any behavior imaginable.
Understanding the Basics of How Horses Learn
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By understanding horse learning patterns, you can handle and train your horse safely and effectively.
How to Teach Your Horse to Pick Up His Foot
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Is your horse refusing to lift his feet so you can pick them out? Here are tips to address this behavioral issue.
Groundwork Exercises for You and Your Horse
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Groundwork can be an excellent way to establish communication and ground manners, build a bond with your horse, and improve his fitness.
Smart Strategies for Handling Anxious Horses
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How to work with spooky, sensitive, and nervous horses in ways that will keep you safe and the horse calm.