In nature, horses would travel up to 30km a day when grazing and finding grass and water. Horses also run and play with their other herd members. Females normally play from when they are a foal until they reach maturity, but males usually play throughout their lives. What type of Read more…
Occasionally, a horse will act in a mysterious or atypical way, a personality change that may be hard to describe. Change in environment, new handlers, riders or management, all can contribute to an apparent change in personality. Physical problems can also manifest as atypical behavior. What causes aggressive behaviour in Read more…
Horses nod their heads as a signal of energy, excitement, or irritation. They also nod when bothered by ear infections and insects. Horses that lower and raise their heads in a calm, controlled manner may be showing a sign of submission to convey a simple hello. Why does my horse Read more…
If a horse and kangaroo had a race, who do you think would win? Chances are the kangaroo would! It can move over 30 mph, which is faster than most race horses. Who will win gorilla or kangaroo? A gorilla would win a fight against a kangaroo. The gorilla has Read more…
Is he scared? Believe it or not, horses often bite out of fear. Most biters I’ve worked with use their teeth to defend themselves, kickers too; defending themselves from a current or a perceived threat, causing them to experience fear. How do you stop a horse from biting and kicking? Read more…
around 18 months of. Breaking in and Riding Away Flat racehorses are broken-in at around 18 months of age, having already been very well handled and used to having a bit in its mouth, as well as usually having been lunged and led out in hand. They will also be Read more…
The rules also allow horses to be slapped down the shoulder with the whip an unlimited number of times, provided the hand remains on the reins. Why are they allowed to whip horses? In horseracing, in addition to being used for safety, the whip is also used to ‘encourage’ the Read more…
Alert/Focused: The ears are pointed in the direction of where the horse is looking (ears may flick back and forth if a lot is happening in his surroundings). The head and neck are held up; there’s a bright, attentive look to the eyes; and the tail may be elevated. How Read more…
Nodding their heads allows them to use less energy for this walking movement, probably to save it for when they do need it. This energy-conservation theory helps explain why a lame horse nods more on its sound foot than its lame foot. What does it mean when a horse bobs Read more…
I think yes. But they rarely do, due to poor training. Like everything with horses, if you take your time, are kind, fair, and understanding and in no hurry, and use a slow, progressive training process…they can learn a ton and be happy to do it for you. Is it Read more…