Horse Behaviour
Horse behaviour is something many of us strive to understand.
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 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 or change their environment to help the horse and human work (and play) together in a way that benefits both.
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Horse Behaviour Linked to Poor Nutrition
By Cynthia Cooper. Natural nutrition must be our first priority for keeping a horse healthy, both physically and mentally. Many health issues can be attributed to…
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How to help your herd bound horse
by Cynthia Cooper Often referred to as being ‘barn sour’ or rushing home, the herd bound horse just wants to stay near the barn or…
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Ask Cynthia – ‘Hoof Handling Problem’
I wonder if you can help me. I have been practicing natural horsemanship for over 5 years and am learning every day. I have overcome…
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Comfort Zones – what are they?
by Cynthia Cooper Comfort zones are a survival mechanism for horses. If they aren’t familiar with something they become wary, putting them just outside their…
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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…
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Why does my horse have a sour attitude?
“A few weeks ago I got bucked off Blaze. I know that it isn’t a rare occurance when we have horses but it really scared…
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Kicking Horse problem
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…
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Got a problem? Solve it by being a good detective!
by Cynthia Cooper How many times has your horse behaved badly? How often have you thought he/she has an issue you must solve with either…
