Of course, horses possess a language of their own, and regrettably several of us aren’t as aware of it as we should be. It is a huge error to not be acquainted with their language, since it could signify issues for us for the long run. Every pivot from the ear(s), hip movement, tail flick and face expression signifies something. It’s the language horses use to talk to other horses, also to us – if only we’d listen.
We need to be aware what OUR body language states to them first before we are able to understand them. Flapping arms while attempting to get the halter on will trigger concern. Running at them inside of a paddock rather then walking up to them calmly can make them believe - predator chasing me. We’ve all heard about bombproof horses – unfortunately, there is no such thing. Something, one time will alarm your horse, any horse.
For the time being, keep one’s body language calm, leisurely, uncomplicated and calm. If you’re calm, this makes your horse remain calm.
Horses speak to us with all body parts and that includes the back and front end. Both ends could cause us unspeakable grief if we don’t pay attention to what they really are saying. For example, the majority of us know that whenever a horse has both ears pinned back flat something is absolutely amiss. Odds are they may be either scared or irritated. Most often it is anger. So pay attention to the back and front very vigilantly. Caution is best regardless of whether you’re thinking that the horse may be being attentive to something behind them or bored. Once you actually know your horse well, you might know what the ears are saying.
Ears perked up and forward indicate they are surely focusing their concentration on something and are either up to some trouble or they really are on high alert about something they perceive, hear or smell. Remind your horse you will need his attention, especially if you’re riding and the ears fold frontward.
Brushing and caring for your horse is THE major bonding experience involving humans and horses. Do not ever underestimate how strongly you happen to be communicating to your horse about YOU while you brush him.
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