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How to Tell if a Horse Is Happy

Look to see if their nostrils are relaxed., Observe the lips., Watch to see if the horse’s jaw is relaxed., Look to see...

14 steps 4 min Advanced
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How to Stop a Horse Rearing

Figure out the reasons for rearing., Stay calm., Watch out for the signs., Make circles., Keep it moving forwards...

9 steps 5 min Medium
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How to Get Your Horse to Trust You

Approach your horse correctly., Spend time with your horse., Talk to your horse., Walk together., Use relaxation...

10 steps 8 min Advanced
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How to Teach a Horse to Rear

Lead your horse somewhere quiet so he can focus on you., Run forward with your horse, but with your back away from the...

15 steps 4 min Advanced
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How to React when Your Horse Rears

Decide whether or not to get off., Loosen the reins., Don’t pull back on the reins., Ease him forward., Get his feet...

12 steps 7 min Advanced
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How to Join Up With a Horse

Gain access to a circular pen or small arena., Get a long lunge line., Go in with patience., Calm down., Show the right...

16 steps 7 min Advanced
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How to Train a Horse to Drive

Let the young horse see new sights., Dress your horse in soft blankets or parts of the harness., Bit the horse as you...

15 steps 4 min Advanced
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How to Teach Your Horse to Lunge

Acquire a lunge line., Select a lunging cavesson., Purchase a lunge whip., Wear leather or suede gloves., Hold the...

12 steps 7 min Advanced
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How to Teach Your Horse to Piaffe

Understand what the ideal piaffe looks like., Consider your horse’s temperament and your experience as a rider., Make...

10 steps 8 min Advanced
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How to Train a Horse

Recognize your experience level., Don’t expect your horse to trust you or bond with you immediately, even if you do...

23 steps 14 min Advanced
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How to Train a Horse to Lead

Get a nice soft halter., Introduce your horse to the halter., Put on the halter., Attach the lead line., Teach him the...

13 steps 8 min Advanced
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How to Train a Horse to Saddle

Make or get a 14' lead rope., Desensitize him with the lead rope., Use a whip to desensitize him., Make sure your horse...

12 steps 5 min Advanced
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How to Work with a Horse at Liberty

Spend time getting to know your horse., Turn your horse out into a large enclosed arena or pasture and watch his...

21 steps 3 min Advanced
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How to Train a Horse to Turn

Bridle your horse. , Bring your horse to an enclosed arena or round pen., Put the reins over the horses head., Stand to...

9 steps 2 min Medium
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How to Become a Horse Eventer

Go to useventing.com and find a few certified eventing trainers in your area., After a while of taking lessons, go...

14 steps 2 min Advanced
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How to Prepare for a Horse Show

Groom on a daily basis year-round., Feed your horse a coat-enhancing grain., Take care of your horse’s mane and tail...

4 steps 2 min Medium
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How to Clip a Horse with H & H Tips

Wear proper attire when clipping horses., Select the proper location., Restrain the horse using a halter and lead rope...

9 steps 5 min Medium
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How to Begin Vaulting on Horseback

Find a vaulting club in your area., Sign up for the list serve in your region and meet other vaulters., Get a vaulting...

5 steps 1 min Medium

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