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Many new riders are concerned about horse bites, but serious bites from horses are very rare! In this article, you’ll learn more about horse bites, including how to avoid horse bites, what to expect if you get bitten by a horse, and some common reasons horses bite. But first, let’s cover the basics: What To …

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Horses may be large animals, but they are also prey animals. This means they have a strong fight or flight response to fear. A horse’s natural instinct in a scary situation is to run. Some horses are more prone to following this instinct than others while being ridden.  Why a Horse Might Bolt There are …

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Yes, horses can experience feelings similar to depression, but the good news is that there are steps you can take that will help put the pep back in your horse’s steps. While equine depression is a hotly debated topic, with some people saying that we shouldn’t try to diagnose a horse with ‘human ailments,’ anecdotal …

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Pawing horses can be more than bothersome- It’s one of those horse behaviors that can be especially frustrating! There are cases when pawing is a result of playfulness or boredom, but it may also mean your horse feels impatient, nervous, frustrated, or stressed. Understanding why your horse is pawing will help you understand how to …

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Cleaning out a horse’s hooves is not the most fun part of grooming a horse, but it is very important that it is done regularly. Unfortunately, not all horses like having their hooves handled, and some just like to test people whenever they can. In these cases, cleaning a horse’s hooves can become what feels …

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