
Horse behaviour is something many of us strive to understand, but often fail at! A good knowledge of equine ethology is a great place to start – know who a horse really is, and what their nature programs them to do.
From there we can try to understand why a horse behaves in a certain way, and then look at what is causing the behaviour.
This will help us structure a training program to help the horse and human work (and play) together in a way that benefits both.
Behaviour Articles


A Biting Problem - Question: I have had my horse for three months now and I can pretty much do all of the level one tasks without too much of a problem. The only problem is his biting, he was an avid biter before the last owner had him and she has apparently done a lot to stop him …

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Ask Cynthia – Kicking Horse - I have recently bought a little 3/4 Arab mare as a second horse to ride and would love your help with her. She came to me very nervous and worried and has not had much done with her over the last 4 years. She has settled in well and I am gaining her trust and …

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