Behavioral Problems
Minimize your horse’s risk of hurting himself while he’s on pasture by taking the following precautions
Minimize your horse’s risk of hurting himself while he’s on pasture by taking the following precautions
How horse think
In their new book, Farancesco De Giorgio and José De Giorgio-Schoorl explain the elements of equine cognition and explore how they shape our relationships with horses.
Why Winter Alters "Marish" Behavior
If your otherwise cranky mare mellows out this winter, shorter days may be the reason.
Improve your horse's mealtime manners
Even the worst feeding-related behavioral problems can be solved with patient and consistent training.
Calming without medication
Here are 10 ways to reduce a horse’s anxiety without resorting to sedatives or tranquilizers.
After a skirmish
If you know there’s been a dustup, check over the horses involved just to be sure everyone is OK.
Q&A: After an accident
A mishap on the trail leaves a once-stalwart horse skittish and fearful. What can be done to restore his confidence?
Teach a horse to accept farriery work
With a few simple exercises a horse can learn to accept having his hooves handled.
Calming the anxious horse
To help a horse overcome his nervousness, you need to become a source of comfort and security for him. Here’s how to do it.
Q&A: A Gnawing Problem
Whether diet or boredom is to blame, gnawing on wood is an undesirable behavior. Here's how to identify the source of gnawing and break the habit.
Causes of cribbing
Do some personality traits make a horse more likely to become a cribber?
Telltale Bite Marks
The appearance of bite marks on your horse may be a sign of unrest in the herd. Try these tips to keep the peace.
5 Ways to break bad gate behaviors
A horse who pulls, slows or balks by the gate can be dangerous. Here's how to break that habit.
Winter Wood Chewing in Horses
When the weather turns cold and wet, some horse may be more prone to chewing on wood. Here's how you can discourage that destructive behavior.
When your Horse Whinnies Too Much
Try these tips to silence an overly "talkative" horse whose whinnies are a distraction
Treatments for Headshaking Horses
A veterinary expert explains the physiologic cause behind headshaking in horses and possible remedies that may provide relief.
Quirky or Distressed? Why Horses Flap their Lips
When your horse begins flapping his lips can provide clues to why he's doing it.
Managing Separation Anxiety in Horses
When a pair of equine buddies become agitated when separated, it may be time for you to orchestrate a safe and sympathetic breakup, allowing each to gain their independence again.