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Horse Rhythms and Movements from Walk to Gallop and in Between
by EquiMed Staff
April 26, 2018 16:01
Read to learn how close attention to your horse's rhythms and movements can improve your interactions with your horse …
Recognizing and Preventing Equine Stereotypies
by EquiMed Staff
April 19, 2023 20:51
Cribbing, weaving and stall walking are common stable vices. Learn the 8 common causes of stereotypies and 8 steps you can take to prevent these destructive …
Desensitize Your Horse to Common Encounters
by EquiMed Staff
April 18, 2017 18:16
Because of the horse's exceptionally perceptive and sensitive nature, he has the ability to detect sensory stimuli on the trail or in unfamiliar places that …
How Horses Learn
by EquiMed Staff
April 18, 2017 18:34
With positive reinforcement, a horse learns to perform an action to receive something he desires, such as food, stroking, or praise …
Imprinting and Training Young Foals – Do it Right
by Heather Smith Thomas
October 15, 2018 14:19
The first contacts a newborn foal has with humans is critical in setting the stage for future training …
be·hav·ior
/bəˈhāvyər/
noun
- the way in which an animal or person acts in response to a particular situation or stimulus.
- equine activities that provide entertainement to the animal, including bucking, kicking, and spooking.
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