So...just to set things up here, I'm an old retired guy and a horse newbie. My wife has a horse and I've helped out a little with her, but there is another horse at her barn that seemed to be neglected. Not in an abusive way, He's a retired show jumper, about 22 years old and no one seemed to be paying much attention to him, just giving him the basics. I started going up and talking to him, then giving him scratches around his neck. He seemed to like it and would come up to his gate when I came around. I started giving him some treats from time to time and that has now developed into daily sessions where I bring him out of his paddock, brush him out, check him over, feed him some treats, walk him around for a bit and make sure that he gets more than the basics. I have no intention of ever riding him, I just want to make sure that he has a good retirement. After watching your video I can now identify some of the things that he does with me. He seems to like me ;) Us old guys got to stick together!
I gave a horse a neck massage once. She moved forward or backward so that my hand was massaging different parts of her neck. When I thought I was done, she followed me and lowered her head again. She was probably like, where do you think you're going human? LOL
I started scratching my horses butt and now every time she sees me she walks to me and turns her butt towards me lol. She even backed up to me once and put her butt on me when I was changing her water haha
I do believe that totally. I started riding in early May. The first time it was a little shaky but, we the horse and I got through it now. Jordan and I are besties. She puts her head under my arm so I can rub her neck, shoulders, chin, etc... I usually spend about 10 or 15 minutes rubbing her talking with her and before and after the ride, as well as giving her baby carrots and red apples. She even lets me touch her ears. They wanted me to try a different horse but, I was like we've bonded? Don't want to switch now.
It is pretty funny how horses basically tell us to stay right where we are as they present the different areas for skritchy skratches. Their styles of communication are quite intriguing!
More like, "so you're obviously a new member of my staff, before you go can you tell me if any of my other staff will be in any time soon? My chef for example?" 😂
When I first got my mare Bonnie, she never came to me, and was a bit fidgety when I hugged her, Now, she neighs and canters up to me whenever I come to the fence, and today I was hugging her, she rested her entire head on my shoulder and stood like that for 15 minutes.
A great way to relax with your horse is to sing. Whenever I get tense, I sing a sweet, quiet song. I start to relax, breathe, and that immediately transmits to my horse. Works every time!
That's so true! Just the other day I was riding a horse known for bucking it's riders, and he was being a bit feisty with me while trail riding. I happened to start singing to a song that was playing and he turned his ears toward me and calmed right down! It was like magic!
I worked with a horse on several occasions where the horse didn’t like being around a whole lot of people at one time and by watching him I could tell when he was stressed out I would grab his brush very carefully enter his stall calmly touch him and gently take his head and start softly singing to him the theme from grizzly Adam’s that always calmed him down then I would brush him.
Sometimes my mare will just rest her mouth and nose in my hand and close her eyes, she wasn’t affectionate at ALL when I first got her, so it’s a big thing for me❤️
My neighbor has an Arab that was always kind of hidden in the shadows from t he other 3 horses. She got picked on by them so she stayed in the back and I never rly knew what she was like. Bc of your videos I was inspired to start working with her, and help her come out of her shell. Two months ago she was the horse I felt bad for bc she got picked on and was abused when little by a man, and now she’s this incredible horse who is so affectionate and attentive and wants to listen to me! Now she is protective of me from the other horses, and always wants my attention! It’s crazy how much she and I have grown in only 2 months! And we’ve only just started! Thank you for being such a wonderful inspiration and role model! ❤️
AFFECTION SIGNS 0:38 Your horse comes to you spontaneously 3:00 Turning their head and ears towards you 4:36 Following you around spontaneously 5:38 Following your instructions 7:45 Your horse is relaxed around you NOT ACTUALLY AFFECTION SIGNS 10:26 Hitting you with their head or body (sign of IMPATIENCE!) if a horse respects you they are going to respect your personal space! HOW TO MAKE A HORSE LOVE YOU 12:27 spend time with your horse 14:16 maintain a patient and calm environment around them (BREATH DEEP! or try to sing a calming song!) 15:48 be a decisive leader! (STAY CALM, PATIENT AND CONFIDENT!) Trust yourself and your horse!
For 25 years or so I was asked by a breeder to come down and play music for the Yearlings and Moms. I would walk into the pasture backwards playing the kalimba/thumbpiano. I would be playing in 6/8 (sort of the rhythm of an easy gallop), using a pretty pentatonic scale. The Moms would usually come over to me. One, but more often 2, would come up from behind and put their heads over my shoulders, and try to chew the kalimba. I would keep my head low and eyes not engaging theirs. I would keep playing but I'm sure they knew how wonderful this all made me feel. With the babies, it was similar except that usually they would run to some far side of the pasture. Then after 10 or 15 minutes they would come over as a group and stand about 50 yards away. Then after awhile a couple would come over and do like the Moms did, and put their heads over my shoulders from behind. I think they really liked that I was making the effort to play for them, even when my playing wasn't so good. I tried to make it clear that I was not seeking a leadership position in the herd, but one time around 20 horses followed me around a lake in a line.
This young lady is really spot on with horses and humans. Having a horse a great way to learn to be happy and to share life with an animal. We have two horses and I am just always so impressed with their sensitivity and intelligence. They are benevolent animals. If you have a horse for a friend, even if you don’t ride, you are in a good relationship.
I like your explications and methodology. I like that you don’t expect people to throw money at ‘things’. I’m a novice with horses, I volunteer at an animal rescue, they have an 8 year old gelding they’ve rescued twice, consequently he hasn’t had much human interaction. I decided to start working with him, hired a trainer, visit him twice a week to groom him, give him treats and walk around with the goal to get him saddle ready, in the hope that someone will adopt him. He’s come a long way, I kind of ‘adopted’ (pay monthly for his boarding, vet, farrier, etc) him but still would rather he find a good home. We have bonded and while the trainer is great, I’m....YIKES....67 and your videos help a LOT! Thank you!
Currently, I only take lessons... So you can imagine it’s not very easy to gain the horse’s trust, or for them to see me in a positive way because when I see him, it’s riding time. I do spend half an hour grooming, but I wish there was more I could do to spent chill time with them. I suppose I’ll have to wait until I can lease though. ❤️
That was totally me up until last year! I was the girl who went to lessons rode the horse and went home! Now I could ride really well bc that’s all I did for yearsss but I didn’t know anything about cleaning stalls or about the horses emotions. Last year my neighbor right across the rose asked if I could take care of her 4 horses while she was gone. After that I just started to go over every day to clean. Now a year later, the experience I have is incredible! I’m currently training her Arab who is veryyyy timid from abuse when she was little before my neighbor got her! I’ve been doing liberty training with her. The other day I was just sitting on her bc she’s never been ridden so we are taking baby steps, and one of my neighbors other horse would look over at me on her. She would then press her ears back at the other horse! My neighbor said that she was being protective of me! It’s really awesome! I suggest you try to find a barn with horses somewhere near you and ask if you can help out. Even if you are just cleaning at first, you will learn soooo much! It’s crazy how much I’ve learned!! Now I ride, train with lots of ground work, drive etc!
@@ingrid-xr3ql That’s so great! Congratulations on your progress, I’m sure it’s definitely rewarding! 😊 That is a really great idea though. I found someone who was willing to let me do a situation similar to that, but unfortunately they were too far of a drive. I won’t give up though! ❤️
@@annaryeng6616 thx 😊! Yes don’t give up!!! I hope you find a place soon! And even I fab you don’t get paid it s worth it! I’m not paid with money, but with opportunities !
My horse loves to do ground work and voice commands, whenever I’m doing it with the other horses he always comes to join in and he’s really good at it, and his attention is always on me
I’m working as a stable hand and have been taking lessons at the same place for free, I always try to address them by name when I feed them and talk to them and pet them whenever I can. I like to think I’ve gained their trust, and it doesn’t hurt that I feed and water them and clean their stalls 🥰
Horses are absolutely beautiful and sweet animals! They can see right through you, they know what you are feeling at any given time. I've had even strange horses come to me. They are sweet, and they deserve all the attention you can give them. Horses know. They can feel what you are feeling. They will give you signals when they don't want to interact. Knowing their body language and respecting it is important.
I had a horse for a year at school. He was notoriously hard-mouthed and often tried to run away with me. Little by little, he gained trust and relaxed quite a bit. I liked to brush and talk to him. One day I rode him bareback with just a halter. It was a test. I was a little scared but it turned out to be a very sweet experience.
I have ADHD and I was so fidgety that my gelding Jester got annoyed with it so he wasent very good when we were riding( I also only ever came to see him when I was gonna ride him) but now I’m on medication and Jester and I have made a really good bond and now I visit him and braid his main and tail and comb his fur and our bond has gotten stronger :) Sorry if I spelled some things wrong 😅
One VERY IMPORTANT piece of information I wished you'd have shared is what YOU DID when Tucker head-butted you in the head! My horse has done that before, and it felt aggressive, like he was testing me. I immediately pulled down on his lead rope and strongly said "NO"!! I have to admit-he LOOKED at me as if to say "WOW-Mom.....ok, ok!!" I could see the expression in his eyes! Would love to hear how YOU handled it as well. Love your videos! Thanks!
haha I should've shared this in the video! I made him back a good few steps and so he understood that his actions were in my personal space and I did not like them!
My granddaughter is 7 and she has only been taking lessons for about 6 months and she started every other week, now every week. About a month ago she was on the horse but when the trainer went to move some of the obstacle course a little she just let the horse follow him around. So then she wanted the horse to follow her around and so at the end of the lesson she got off, pet the horse for a minute and then she started walking and sure enough, Buddy followed her around and now most lessons she'll lead him back to the barn without a lead and he just follows her.
So I have been riding for about 2 year's and I just got my first horse a few weeks ago. Her name is Dusty and we just moved her three hours from where she lived before. She's very calm and doesn't have a High temperament... But when it comes to riding she is so flippin fast and I'm still learning all her signs to go and stop for this specific horse. Because it's very different from most horses. I'm still learning her cues. Sometimes she looks sad so this really helps. Thanks 😊
The week before last I had a pleasant surprise show of affection from the lesson horse I ride. I was cleaning buckets(I work for my lessons) and Dollar came up to the gate to be by me despite the fact the flies were merciless in the sun and he could have gone into the shade at any time. He also stole my hat this week 😆
Near the stable where my horse is sheltered there is a path. When the horse hears me coming (generally he recognizes the cadence of my steps but sometimes also check outside) he begins to neigh like a madman. A couple of times (while the groom was arranging the box) he ran away to meet me - the groom was forced to take countermeasures to avoid these small escapes
Wow from your description my lesson horse really loves me did exactly as you mentioned here. Brushing,hanging out with him,going out for walks,and yes homemade treats.Thanks for your great teaching aids.
I don’t own a horse but I could never forget the time when I visited the farm in Toronto Island, the horses would approach me and hang around by the fence. When it was my time to leave and others people started to check the horses out, the horses would just casually leave, unfazed by them. It seemed like they sensed that they liked my presence as a whole? I do love animals and a second after watching them, they instantly came to me like a magnet. It was really intriguing!
I like your direct positive energy in these videos. The head tossing thing was an early issue with Scarlett, she'd push her nose into my armpit and then flip her head up! Now she no longer does that. I have begun doing a "temperature check" on first approach by gently stroking her nose with the back of my index finger. If she lets me do that without turning away she is quite relaxed with me. They really are so amazing!
I watched your how to play with your horse video, then used some of it with a horse I took lessons on and by the third time I went out to see him he was following me around!! Great advice, thank you so much :)
What a great video. I love how your love for horses comes across. Such a sweet young equestrian! I am back in the saddle after 50 yrs! And, my horse and I have bonded really well due to loving him and letting him know I care.
I’m 57 years old and I rewatch your videos over and over. I get reminded of what to do and not to do, but I’m always finishing with a smile. PS Super loved the before and after owning a horse. So funny. Love the part; “this is my flower I grew it myself, I stepped in dog poop gross, to walking right through manure
My mare is currently at my riding stable she had to get schooled etc. I took her on a outride yesterday, and my riding instructer said that she is ready to come home, because she is doing great ( I had lessons on her also ) And she is coming home tomorrow!
Years ago, I bought a 7 r old Arabian mare. She was retired from pole bending, having developed minor leg issue in the front. She was supposed to be a pleasure horse, but really was anything but. Was nearly impossible to catch in the field, and had only 2 speeds.... Mach 1 and sleep. I did my homework and was able to get in touch with the guy who trained her for pole bending. Long story short, he told me about how his teenagers would play with the younger horses, kind of resembling a game of tag. When he explained how they would play, the field catch issue clicked- mare wanted to play for a bit before work. After that, I engaged in this game of "tag" for a few minutes and after that, she would come right to me, when I turned away and headed for the gate. Cooperated completely after that. The other thing was the speed control. The trainer said he trained and rode in hackamore, not a bit, as Arabians tend to have very narrow mouths and finding bit to fit was difficult. So, I brought my mare to his place and he showed me how to use one as I had no experience with them. Total 180..... no more running off with me, even at loose reins. Would trot (such as it was..horrible) and canter with me in control. Over a summer, we slowly worked on dealing with traffic and by the time I retired her from riding at age 18, that horse was able to go just about anywhere, as long as she trusted her rider.
I'm also new to the horse world - following a lifelong dream. I'm share boarding and we've been doing a lot of groundwork and that has been the best thing for me to get comfortable and to know the horses. I've started going to the barn by myself to bring in the horses and groom them. And then I had a nightmare experience. I could not get the horse back into the pasture. This gelding is usually the sweetest thing and he started eating grass and I did everything wrong (which I now realize from watching your videos). He wouldn't move forward or stop eating. I kept facing him, trying to coax him forward toward me (which I learned in one of your other videos is I'm sending the message to NOT move forward.) I finally dropped the rope and took a step away (to calm myself down). He was stomping his feet, tossing his head. I waited until he calmed down and then I let him eat grass for awhile and then approached him from behind the drive line, picked up the rope and started walking forward. He didn't go immediately but in a few seconds he started walking with me. We went back to the barn and I gave him a treat and then took him to the pasture a different way. I was exhausted, as I'm sure he was.
We had a kill lot rescue ,she did not like men and would bite ,she was broke and older took me about 6 months gained her trust and respect then my daughter ran barrels 2 seasons on her the horse would lay down in the pasture my daughter would lay on and around her ,was one of the best we ever had lost her last year due too age ,man I miss that horse ,have a 6 week old coming tomorrow
One of the horses I help care for is a 17 hand ex-racer thoroughbred, and he lets me know that he likes me by resting his head against my chest or shoulder while I gently stroke his face. Gradually his eyelids droop closed and he drifts into a trance. Before long he’s literally falling asleep on me and he tries to lie down and use me like a pillow. It’s the best feeling in the world to have his enormous head pressed against me and have him nuzzling my neck with his velvety muzzle while we cuddle. It always makes me feel like I’m his comfort toy, like he’s snuggling me the same way a child would cuddle a teddy bear. I am totally okay with being his pillow 😊
Really a good video. You help me kind of see things from a horses perspective. It was very interesting. My horse has been doing some of these affection behaviors towards me but I didn't know that she was doing them because she likes/ loves me.
You're just the cutest lil thing! Love your videos. Trying to make hubby realize how we could own a horse or two with the help of your videos! You're awesome!
I want to talk about the first point because it's definitely what I noticed very clearly, and I dont even own/lease a horse. After every lesson I give my horse of the day scratches, they often close their eyes and relax, sometimes on my shoulder, until the horse gets a new student on their back. If not, I wait for the bit to be taken off and give them apples, and more scratches. Back then I used to shower them too but my new barn has a tight routine apparantly. The result: The horse would, guaranteed, perk their ears, be a LOT more attentive next ride, progress is a lot better, and trusting in expressing their opinion ("careful, hard hand" or "i have trouble understanding" and we avoid frustration). **Most of the time I ride the same horse for a month +/- and then switch my horse so I can always learn more personalities
love these videos! it seems that everything you address is something I have a question about. I love your presentation. I learn a lot! you explain things in a clear concise easy to understand way.
Well now i've done it. An old Cowboy like me, I went and found Kitkat's itchy spot. Now she follows me everywhere and anywhere, without an apple in my pocket! Thanks Carmella.
One of the best and funnest things to do with my horses was to just go out into the pasture and wait for them to run to me which they always did lol and just play with them. I would chase them around and they would chase me around too lol. I so so miss my horses. I am going to have at least 2 again its my biggest goal when i graduate and start my own facility Good Lord willing!! (prayers welcome lol)
My horse used to spook when I rode him but we have developed a lovely relationship and he trusts me completely now, so doesn't spook anymore. I have found that is the best way to tell if your horse likes you, they look after you when you ride them.
I love your videos so much. I dont know if you know the Canadian show Heartland or not but you remind me so much of Amy. Heartland is one of my favorite shows and its so nice to watch your videos and feel like I am seeing a real life Amy! You are so amazing and very good at explaining things.
can you tell me if im doing this wrong and im just a student learning how to take care of the horse but here is the way i get ready for training ( i share a lesson). 1. take him out of his stall 2. brush him and pet/hug him 3. ride him 4. 2 cool of laps his own pace 5. get saddle of and brush him 6. feed him treats and pet him some more 7. bring him back to his stall am i doing it right?
One time when I was 10 or so, I was at a camp and was standing in front of my rebellious pony. His head was about as long as my torso, so he thought it would be a good idea to rub his head on me, effectively throwing me half a foot through the air.
I remember back in 2012 i drove through Louisville, KY after visiting Churchill Downs.. Love the barns and horses in the area. I pulled my car over to the shoulder. Set up my tripod near the fence. Saw a nice barn and out of the nowhere, I see a white horse similar to Pepper, starts walking up to me. I guess some horses are naturally curious. I always thought with someone he/she does not know they would be more standoffish. I knew that the horse wasn't mad. Ears forward and looked pretty relaxed. The horse walked up to the fence line. While camera was attached to the tripod, I just let the horse look at it and smell it. I then took the camera off the tripod. Let the horse sniff the camera and my hand. The owner shows up and greets me. We start talking and realize the horse was formerly a race horse at the race track in Southern California. He was surprised as well that his horse came up to me. Ended up being a tour of his barn and stables. Got to see his other horses. Ended up taking some closeup photos of his horses with the owner's permission. Got his email so i can send a copies of the photos to him after i came home from the trip. This one in a lifetime encounter also changed me as well. I started a new journey learning more about horses and riding them. Beautiful and majestic animals. Keep up the good work!! Love your content!
the two horses I've ridden, do the head bop thing, I let them, as they're very gentle with it, and they respect my space if I press on there chest / side, which they have been taught to mean move back , and I give them both treats and they've learnt whenever I come over I will most likely have a treat for them
You should work in some pictures or video of the examples you're talking about. Not only would it make the video more interesting but people have a better understanding of what you're referring to.
The head bump thing is only affectionate for females when done softly. For male horses, the bump initiates plays, so they may get a little rough, but not to hurt you or show frustration
Is licking a positive display of affection? I have a new horse and when I first met him he began gently licking my hands and chewing. Then he became curious and wanted to nibble my jacket sleeves and collar. The nibbles began after I gave him a peppermint 😬🤭 I just want him to like and trust me as his new owner!
I watched some of your videos and I love them, since they come from the heart to have a true good connection to each other (horse and human). I have a complicated situation with my horse... For almost 2 1/2 years I was not present in her life, since I prepared and worked hard to get both of us to Europe. So I know, I was inconsistent in her life due to contract work and having to leave her "behind". Now I finally have her in the same place, but it is different from what she is used to ... She went from 24/7 on pasture to half and half stall/pasture to now being mostly in a stall due to the set up in the country we moved to. I know my problem is that I feel bad and I fall into avoiding and feeling helpless. How do I make her comfortable in the new place with my limited time (since I have to work). I have a bad conscience taking her with me... at the same time I am super happy that she is with me. Since my horse went through an injury and my muscles are down, I have not ridden her for like 2 years... I would love to start with ground work.... How can I make both of us comfortable and happy with each other?
My friends horses follow me around the field when I walk my puppy. The mustang likes to run up on me and give me hugs with her head. Seems great to me! Awww, that means they like me. Sweet. Thank you!
😂 I feel like a lot of horse people think this; I once told my mother not to let the horses in her personal space, and she responded, "but I like them in my personal space." 😂
What would you call it when your horse walks up to you and rests its chin on your shoulder and then completely relaxes its head and neck so that your shoulder bears all the weight of your horse's head? This is what my horse did a couple of times - in all the years that I took care of him...he did this only twice. But he also walked up to one day and started licking the top of my head...thankfully without a lot of slobber. I think this behavior was rare signs of affection. What else could it be?
I would say its about 50/50 with my quarter horse Phoenix. She was abandoned before i got her. When i first got her, she was head shy and would not let anyone touch her face. She now lets me rub her head and face while eating of all times. I take the time to set up a routine with her consisting of feeding, stall cleaning and water top off or cleaning before going out to do whatever we are doing that day. Then if it’s warm enough, she’ll get a bath and her supplement bucket afterwards.
I'm helping feed horse for a couple it's been forever since be around horse and today both came in to the stalls the tall female is starting to know what I'm comfortable with when filling hay feed on wall and today the shorter male horse was in front of me and wasn't backing up to give me space so I'm comfortable with just learning each other I have Asperger's and a lil nervous when in stall to feed u just never know
Yeah, the head butt thing is definitely impatience. We have three rescued minis and a donkey at the dog kennel I work at and every time we get to the barn in the morning at least one of them butts their head against the door and it couldn’t be clearer: FEED ME NOW! I still love them to pieces though. Also, helpful tip: scratching an itch they can’t reach goes a long way with almost any animal. Don’t know how many dog and equine friends I’ve made with a good butt scratch! 🙃
I have had many experiences with many horses, rode the same horse bi weekly for a couple years, frequently cared for other horses and the more I'm around them and watch them the more I perceive that horses feel at the most lukewarm toward humans. If the human didn't feed them, they would not choose to be around people. And I don't think they particularly enjoy being ridden or performing any of the tasks we ask of them. Indifference and resigned tolerance is the vibe I get most often.
My horse does this weird thing where if I'm standing he won't eat but if I sit down he will eat. When he's not eating he still looks happy and he kinda starts to fall asleep and lean into me.
Mine must really love me, he whinnies immediately, he knows my jeep, he gallops to the gate when he sees it, and watches up the track to see when im coming, most of the time he acts like a dog and runs along the fence line rearing and playing. I think he forgets his size 😂 he also gets jealous of any other horses, if we are out hacking he likes horses to keep their distance, be close but not too close 😂
The horse I usually ride at lessons is becoming a friend to me. Didn't take very long. He's a big guy, 17+ hands, but he'll come up to me and place his head flat against my chest and invite me to give his whole head a good rubdown. He trusts me and seems to like me just fine. He accepts my lead rather well.
Just started riding again and I brought apples and carrots with me because I want to be associated with good things not just work. So I gave the lesson horse treats and talked and scratched him while I brushed him down. I want to ride but I want to have a positive relationship with my lesson horses and treat them with love and respect.
I deal with another shire in the herd of mine. She does the headbutt. BUT overtime as I faked falling down from it, she became more gentle. She does it when i ignore her and she wants attention. Once Ive taken my horse out and came back, she wait for her turn and do it. She also does it after playing, as if asking for more. I have always allowed them to express themselves. For instance, they are allowed to nuzzle me so I can know where they want a scratching. What I'm saying is; I dont think it has an universal meaning. She always respect my space when I want to. This just seems like her way to say shes ready to listen and do things with me. But your explanation could be way more common. I just had to rethink everything with that shire breed. They are very peculiar in a good way
I had a half Arab mare who would follow me where ever I went keeping her head just at my shoulder. Never needed to put a halter on her when bringing her in or taking her out or tacking her up.
I came here to find out about the nudging. My daughter's pony shares a paddock with a retired racehorse. He is always happy to see me and I've put some time in with him but he does this thing where he rubs the front of his head straight up my body. He is huge, so I could potentially go flying. I will definitely correct that now. Thanks for so much valuable information. We've had the pony for a few months now and I am learning a lot about horses as Molly is agisted in a multi-paddock, multi-horse area so I have so many horses to interact with.
I tend to use what I got at hand.. my fingers.. rubbing/scratching a horse is usually the fastest way to become friends.. at the barn I have my horse there are other horses that will call me when they either hear or see me, because they know I'll scratch them, no treats involved. They also know when I do a pat, pat.. (as in patting someone on the shoulder for a good job) it is pointless to beg for more. If they beg they know they go to the bottom of the list again.. It is also fun to met new horses and make them have an "erase nose" when it gets really good it looks and feels like someone is taking a rubber eraser and going to town trying to erase something. And if it gets extra good and a groom bit sneaks in, just remove arm or where it took place, don't scream or correct the horse.. remember it is horse language for "you hit the spot".
I know my horse walks up to me looking sad and not comfortable. So I can totally know something wrong. She neighs to me a few times or once in a blue moon. And when I'm at the barn she is happy to see me and walks fast to me with ears forward. I do some ground work with her and hand walk her some. The only time she heads butt me gently she tells me she is in pain as well. Once it is fixed and all she is happy the next day and doesn't have a head butt or etc. Even when I'm riding her and on days something is wrong I stop riding her. She has arthritis, gets injections with her hocks and stifles and has front and hind end gut ulcers. A lot I have learned with my horse and how well I understand her. She is lucky to have me ^.^. We just do trail rides and light work. No more showing and no more jumping.
So For the first one When I started owning my Horse buster He never came so when i watched this That morning When I got him from the field I bathed him (it was very hot out) And groomed him then when I rode I did some things with water Like trotting Around holding water out Or trotting backwards !
My horse has always done the head rubbing, and I also thought it was cute, until recently she started doing it when it was obvious she was just being a brat and not wanting to do what was asked... and then head butted me when my back was turned. Needless to say, head rubbing is no longer acceptable behavior.
Even on the bottom of tenacears my boy hears my back door open for what ever reason he screams out for me. And then stands at the gatewaitingforme. Untill I feel guilty and go down regardless and just give him a cuddle. I can walk up to him and give him his monthly injection just in the paddock no halter , no rope. He just stands there.
So...just to set things up here, I'm an old retired guy and a horse newbie. My wife has a horse and I've helped out a little with her, but there is another horse at her barn that seemed to be neglected. Not in an abusive way, He's a retired show jumper, about 22 years old and no one seemed to be paying much attention to him, just giving him the basics. I started going up and talking to him, then giving him scratches around his neck. He seemed to like it and would come up to his gate when I came around. I started giving him some treats from time to time and that has now developed into daily sessions where I bring him out of his paddock, brush him out, check him over, feed him some treats, walk him around for a bit and make sure that he gets more than the basics. I have no intention of ever riding him, I just want to make sure that he has a good retirement. After watching your video I can now identify some of the things that he does with me. He seems to like me ;) Us old guys got to stick together!
Thanks for giving this guy some TLC!!! ❤️
How lovely. Thank you!
I assume this is with the owners permission...!!?
@@marihorse3825 Yup
Thank you for giving him this time and attention. He deserves it and so do you. The connection is a beautiful one
Wow! Thank you so much for caring for this beautiful animal and give him the attention he needs.
I gave a horse a neck massage once. She moved forward or backward so that my hand was massaging different parts of her neck. When I thought I was done, she followed me and lowered her head again. She was probably like, where do you think you're going human? LOL
I started scratching my horses butt and now every time she sees me she walks to me and turns her butt towards me lol. She even backed up to me once and put her butt on me when I was changing her water haha
I do believe that totally. I started riding in early May. The first time it was a little shaky but, we the horse and I got through it now. Jordan and I are besties. She puts her head under my arm so I can rub her neck, shoulders, chin, etc... I usually spend about 10 or 15 minutes rubbing her talking with her and before and after the ride, as well as giving her baby carrots and red apples. She even lets me touch her ears. They wanted me to try a different horse but, I was like we've bonded? Don't want to switch now.
@@melisue7487 Ahh thats hilarious aww bless em :)
It is pretty funny how horses basically tell us to stay right where we are as they present the different areas for skritchy skratches. Their styles of communication are quite intriguing!
More like, "so you're obviously a new member of my staff, before you go can you tell me if any of my other staff will be in any time soon? My chef for example?" 😂
When I first got my mare Bonnie, she never came to me, and was a bit fidgety when I hugged her, Now, she neighs and canters up to me whenever I come to the fence, and today I was hugging her, she rested her entire head on my shoulder and stood like that for 15 minutes.
Aw ❤️✨
Same for me!!!same for me!!😛
Melt my heart ❤️
🥰😘 aww
Ohhhh my heart melts. But it's also nice to know, that she had to get to know you better first.
A great way to relax with your horse is to sing. Whenever I get tense, I sing a sweet, quiet song. I start to relax, breathe, and that immediately transmits to my horse. Works every time!
Our mare loves when my husband sings in the barn. It's amazing how she stops eating and just listens. She loves him.
@@blessed2b2saved How lovely x
That's so true! Just the other day I was riding a horse known for bucking it's riders, and he was being a bit feisty with me while trail riding. I happened to start singing to a song that was playing and he turned his ears toward me and calmed right down! It was like magic!
Swear this works best with only ABBA songs xx
I worked with a horse on several occasions where the horse didn’t like being around a whole lot of people at one time and by watching him I could tell when he was stressed out I would grab his brush very carefully enter his stall calmly touch him and gently take his head and start softly singing to him the theme from grizzly Adam’s that always calmed him down then I would brush him.
my horse shows me affection by not stomping me to death.
That's a great start lol
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Hoping this is a joke.
@@michelleturner6865 still have not been stomped to death, feeling pretty loved out here.
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Sometimes my mare will just rest her mouth and nose in my hand and close her eyes, she wasn’t affectionate at ALL when I first got her, so it’s a big thing for me❤️
My neighbor has an Arab that was always kind of hidden in the shadows from t he other 3 horses. She got picked on by them so she stayed in the back and I never rly knew what she was like. Bc of your videos I was inspired to start working with her, and help her come out of her shell. Two months ago she was the horse I felt bad for bc she got picked on and was abused when little by a man, and now she’s this incredible horse who is so affectionate and attentive and wants to listen to me! Now she is protective of me from the other horses, and always wants my attention! It’s crazy how much she and I have grown in only 2 months! And we’ve only just started! Thank you for being such a wonderful inspiration and role model! ❤️
Glad I could help! Best wishes to the both of you!
Completely agree, head butting is the horse’ impatience and lack of respect.
Bless you! 🙏🕊️
AFFECTION SIGNS
0:38 Your horse comes to you spontaneously
3:00 Turning their head and ears towards you
4:36 Following you around spontaneously
5:38 Following your instructions
7:45 Your horse is relaxed around you
NOT ACTUALLY AFFECTION SIGNS
10:26 Hitting you with their head or body (sign of IMPATIENCE!) if a horse respects you they are going to respect your personal space!
HOW TO MAKE A HORSE LOVE YOU
12:27 spend time with your horse
14:16 maintain a patient and calm environment around them (BREATH DEEP! or try to sing a calming song!)
15:48 be a decisive leader! (STAY CALM, PATIENT AND CONFIDENT!) Trust yourself and your horse!
I used to sing to a horse I helped care for. He didn’t like anybody, but he did like me.
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For 25 years or so I was asked by a breeder to come down and play music for the Yearlings and Moms. I would walk into the pasture backwards playing the kalimba/thumbpiano. I would be playing in 6/8 (sort of the rhythm of an easy gallop), using a pretty pentatonic scale. The Moms would usually come over to me. One, but more often 2, would come up from behind and put their heads over my shoulders, and try to chew the kalimba. I would keep my head low and eyes not engaging theirs. I would keep playing but I'm sure they knew how wonderful this all made me feel. With the babies, it was similar except that usually they would run to some far side of the pasture. Then after 10 or 15 minutes they would come over as a group and stand about 50 yards away. Then after awhile a couple would come over and do like the Moms did, and put their heads over my shoulders from behind. I think they really liked that I was making the effort to play for them, even when my playing wasn't so good. I tried to make it clear that I was not seeking a leadership position in the herd, but one time around 20 horses followed me around a lake in a line.
This young lady is really spot on with horses and humans. Having a horse a great way to learn to be happy and to share life with an animal. We have two horses and I am just always so impressed with their sensitivity and intelligence. They are benevolent animals. If you have a horse for a friend, even if you don’t ride, you are in a good relationship.
I like your explications and methodology. I like that you don’t expect people to throw money at ‘things’. I’m a novice with horses, I volunteer at an animal rescue, they have an 8 year old gelding they’ve rescued twice, consequently he hasn’t had much human interaction. I decided to start working with him, hired a trainer, visit him twice a week to groom him, give him treats and walk around with the goal to get him saddle ready, in the hope that someone will adopt him. He’s come a long way, I kind of ‘adopted’ (pay monthly for his boarding, vet, farrier, etc) him but still would rather he find a good home. We have bonded and while the trainer is great, I’m....YIKES....67 and your videos help a LOT! Thank you!
Glad I could help! Thanks for the support!
Got my first at 64, she has turned my whole life around. Go ahead and adopt him.
Currently, I only take lessons... So you can imagine it’s not very easy to gain the horse’s trust, or for them to see me in a positive way because when I see him, it’s riding time. I do spend half an hour grooming, but I wish there was more I could do to spent chill time with them. I suppose I’ll have to wait until I can lease though. ❤️
When you start to spend more time with him/her you will start to feel the difference. Give him/her lots of cuddles from me!
@@Username-cf5ny Haha, will do!
That was totally me up until last year! I was the girl who went to lessons rode the horse and went home! Now I could ride really well bc that’s all I did for yearsss but I didn’t know anything about cleaning stalls or about the horses emotions. Last year my neighbor right across the rose asked if I could take care of her 4 horses while she was gone. After that I just started to go over every day to clean. Now a year later, the experience I have is incredible! I’m currently training her Arab who is veryyyy timid from abuse when she was little before my neighbor got her! I’ve been doing liberty training with her. The other day I was just sitting on her bc she’s never been ridden so we are taking baby steps, and one of my neighbors other horse would look over at me on her. She would then press her ears back at the other horse! My neighbor said that she was being protective of me! It’s really awesome! I suggest you try to find a barn with horses somewhere near you and ask if you can help out. Even if you are just cleaning at first, you will learn soooo much! It’s crazy how much I’ve learned!! Now I ride, train with lots of ground work, drive etc!
@@ingrid-xr3ql That’s so great! Congratulations on your progress, I’m sure it’s definitely rewarding! 😊 That is a really great idea though. I found someone who was willing to let me do a situation similar to that, but unfortunately they were too far of a drive. I won’t give up though! ❤️
@@annaryeng6616 thx 😊! Yes don’t give up!!! I hope you find a place soon! And even I fab you don’t get paid it s worth it! I’m not paid with money, but with opportunities !
My horse loves to do ground work and voice commands, whenever I’m doing it with the other horses he always comes to join in and he’s really good at it, and his attention is always on me
I’m working as a stable hand and have been taking lessons at the same place for free, I always try to address them by name when I feed them and talk to them and pet them whenever I can. I like to think I’ve gained their trust, and it doesn’t hurt that I feed and water them and clean their stalls 🥰
They will love you for that!
What kind of stable are you working at
@@cowsgomooo it’s a horse boarding and training facility but they also have their own horses 🐴
@@kicknpuppies Me too (:
My heart horse does look at me and follows me around, but I don't think that's because he loves me, but rather because I often bring him treats.
Treats leads to trust, trust leads to love, love leads to more treats.
"Feeling better in your presence." Amen, lady!
Horses are absolutely beautiful and sweet animals! They can see right through you, they know what you are feeling at any given time. I've had even strange horses come to me. They are sweet, and they deserve all the attention you can give them. Horses know. They can feel what you are feeling. They will give you signals when they don't want to interact. Knowing their body language and respecting it is important.
I had a horse for a year at school. He was notoriously hard-mouthed and often tried to run away with me. Little by little, he gained trust and relaxed quite a bit. I liked to brush and talk to him. One day I rode him bareback with just a halter. It was a test. I was a little scared but it turned out to be a very sweet experience.
I have ADHD and I was so fidgety that my gelding Jester got annoyed with it so he wasent very good when we were riding( I also only ever came to see him when I was gonna ride him) but now I’m on medication and Jester and I have made a really good bond and now I visit him and braid his main and tail and comb his fur and our bond has gotten stronger :)
Sorry if I spelled some things wrong 😅
One VERY IMPORTANT piece of information I wished you'd have shared is what YOU DID when Tucker head-butted you in the head!
My horse has done that before, and it felt aggressive, like he was testing me. I immediately pulled down on his lead rope and strongly said "NO"!! I have to admit-he LOOKED at me as if to say "WOW-Mom.....ok, ok!!" I could see the expression in his eyes! Would love to hear how YOU handled it as well. Love your videos! Thanks!
haha I should've shared this in the video! I made him back a good few steps and so he understood that his actions were in my personal space and I did not like them!
@@CarmellaAbel so is the backing up good for when they act badly?
My granddaughter is 7 and she has only been taking lessons for about 6 months and she started every other week, now every week. About a month ago she was on the horse but when the trainer went to move some of the obstacle course a little she just let the horse follow him around. So then she wanted the horse to follow her around and so at the end of the lesson she got off, pet the horse for a minute and then she started walking and sure enough, Buddy followed her around and now most lessons she'll lead him back to the barn without a lead and he just follows her.
So I have been riding for about 2 year's and I just got my first horse a few weeks ago. Her name is Dusty and we just moved her three hours from where she lived before. She's very calm and doesn't have a High temperament... But when it comes to riding she is so flippin fast and I'm still learning all her signs to go and stop for this specific horse. Because it's very different from most horses. I'm still learning her cues. Sometimes she looks sad so this really helps. Thanks 😊
The week before last I had a pleasant surprise show of affection from the lesson horse I ride. I was cleaning buckets(I work for my lessons) and Dollar came up to the gate to be by me despite the fact the flies were merciless in the sun and he could have gone into the shade at any time. He also stole my hat this week 😆
Near the stable where my horse is sheltered there is a path. When the horse hears me coming (generally he recognizes the cadence of my steps but sometimes also check outside) he begins to neigh like a madman. A couple of times (while the groom was arranging the box) he ran away to meet me - the groom was forced to take countermeasures to avoid these small escapes
Wow from your description my lesson horse really loves me did exactly as you mentioned here. Brushing,hanging out with him,going out for walks,and yes homemade treats.Thanks for your great teaching aids.
I don’t own a horse but I could never forget the time when I visited the farm in Toronto Island, the horses would approach me and hang around by the fence. When it was my time to leave and others people started to check the horses out, the horses would just casually leave, unfazed by them. It seemed like they sensed that they liked my presence as a whole? I do love animals and a second after watching them, they instantly came to me like a magnet. It was really intriguing!
me being so proud because my gelding walks over every time I'm at the barn
I like your direct positive energy in these videos. The head tossing thing was an early issue with Scarlett, she'd push her nose into my armpit and then flip her head up! Now she no longer does that. I have begun doing a "temperature check" on first approach by gently stroking her nose with the back of my index finger. If she lets me do that without turning away she is quite relaxed with me. They really are so amazing!
I love the analogy of time spent with your husband and the importance of providing positive feedback. Excellent!
I'm going to share this Video, with my Mother. She LOVES Horses! She has several.
I just started working as a ranch hand and your videos are very useful.
Glad to hear! Thanks for your support!
I watched your how to play with your horse video, then used some of it with a horse I took lessons on and by the third time I went out to see him he was following me around!! Great advice, thank you so much :)
What a great video. I love how your love for horses comes across. Such a sweet young equestrian! I am back in the saddle after 50 yrs! And, my horse and I have bonded really well due to loving him and letting him know I care.
I’m 57 years old and I rewatch your videos over and over. I get reminded of what to do and not to do, but I’m always finishing with a smile. PS Super loved the before and after owning a horse. So funny. Love the part; “this is my flower I grew it myself, I stepped in dog poop gross, to walking right through manure
I just love your videos! I have learned quite a bit from you and just love how relatable you are. My 4 year old TWH mare and I have come a long way.
My mare is currently at my riding stable she had to get schooled etc. I took her on a outride yesterday, and my riding instructer said that she is ready to come home, because she is doing great ( I had lessons on her also ) And she is coming home tomorrow!
Years ago, I bought a 7 r old Arabian mare. She was retired from pole bending, having developed minor leg issue in the front. She was supposed to be a pleasure horse, but really was anything but. Was nearly impossible to catch in the field, and had only 2 speeds.... Mach 1 and sleep. I did my homework and was able to get in touch with the guy who trained her for pole bending. Long story short, he told me about how his teenagers would play with the younger horses, kind of resembling a game of tag. When he explained how they would play, the field catch issue clicked- mare wanted to play for a bit before work. After that, I engaged in this game of "tag" for a few minutes and after that, she would come right to me, when I turned away and headed for the gate. Cooperated completely after that. The other thing was the speed control. The trainer said he trained and rode in hackamore, not a bit, as Arabians tend to have very narrow mouths and finding bit to fit was difficult. So, I brought my mare to his place and he showed me how to use one as I had no experience with them. Total 180..... no more running off with me, even at loose reins. Would trot (such as it was..horrible) and canter with me in control. Over a summer, we slowly worked on dealing with traffic and by the time I retired her from riding at age 18, that horse was able to go just about anywhere, as long as she trusted her rider.
Finally a video that actually makes sense...
Thanks 👍, horse Chick....
Your the only one that I will subscribe to..
Thank you I kinda knew this but couldn’t put it into words. Every day you learn something with your horse I think they teach us to teach them
I'm also new to the horse world - following a lifelong dream. I'm share boarding and we've been doing a lot of groundwork and that has been the best thing for me to get comfortable and to know the horses. I've started going to the barn by myself to bring in the horses and groom them. And then I had a nightmare experience. I could not get the horse back into the pasture. This gelding is usually the sweetest thing and he started eating grass and I did everything wrong (which I now realize from watching your videos). He wouldn't move forward or stop eating. I kept facing him, trying to coax him forward toward me (which I learned in one of your other videos is I'm sending the message to NOT move forward.) I finally dropped the rope and took a step away (to calm myself down). He was stomping his feet, tossing his head. I waited until he calmed down and then I let him eat grass for awhile and then approached him from behind the drive line, picked up the rope and started walking forward. He didn't go immediately but in a few seconds he started walking with me. We went back to the barn and I gave him a treat and then took him to the pasture a different way. I was exhausted, as I'm sure he was.
My horse will literally follow me around when I go to the barn to feed. 😂😂 they will all come running to the barn as fast as possible
“WE MUST FEAST ON THE HAY”
We had a kill lot rescue ,she did not like men and would bite ,she was broke and older took me about 6 months gained her trust and respect then my daughter ran barrels 2 seasons on her the horse would lay down in the pasture my daughter would lay on and around her ,was one of the best we ever had lost her last year due too age ,man I miss that horse ,have a 6 week old coming tomorrow
One of the horses I help care for is a 17 hand ex-racer thoroughbred, and he lets me know that he likes me by resting his head against my chest or shoulder while I gently stroke his face. Gradually his eyelids droop closed and he drifts into a trance. Before long he’s literally falling asleep on me and he tries to lie down and use me like a pillow. It’s the best feeling in the world to have his enormous head pressed against me and have him nuzzling my neck with his velvety muzzle while we cuddle. It always makes me feel like I’m his comfort toy, like he’s snuggling me the same way a child would cuddle a teddy bear. I am totally okay with being his pillow 😊
Really a good video. You help me kind of see things from a horses perspective. It was very interesting. My horse has been doing some of these affection behaviors towards me but I didn't know that she was doing them because she likes/ loves me.
You're just the cutest lil thing! Love your videos. Trying to make hubby realize how we could own a horse or two with the help of your videos! You're awesome!
Dunno what inspired you to make these videos but Am new to Equestrianism and they are helping me a lot!!!!! Thanks so much.
I want to talk about the first point because it's definitely what I noticed very clearly, and I dont even own/lease a horse. After every lesson I give my horse of the day scratches, they often close their eyes and relax, sometimes on my shoulder, until the horse gets a new student on their back. If not, I wait for the bit to be taken off and give them apples, and more scratches. Back then I used to shower them too but my new barn has a tight routine apparantly.
The result: The horse would, guaranteed, perk their ears, be a LOT more attentive next ride, progress is a lot better, and trusting in expressing their opinion ("careful, hard hand" or "i have trouble understanding" and we avoid frustration). **Most of the time I ride the same horse for a month +/- and then switch my horse so I can always learn more personalities
Your ideas are amazing. My horse loves my voice so I always sing to him
Thanks!
Thank you so much !! So glad my equine friends told me about you !!
love these videos! it seems that everything you address is something I have a question about. I love your presentation. I learn a lot! you explain things in a clear concise easy to understand way.
Well now i've done it. An old Cowboy like me, I went and found Kitkat's itchy spot. Now she follows me everywhere and anywhere, without an apple in my pocket! Thanks Carmella.
One of the best and funnest things to do with my horses was to just go out into the pasture and wait for them to run to me which they always did lol and just play with them. I would chase them around and they would chase me around too lol. I so so miss my horses. I am going to have at least 2 again its my biggest goal when i graduate and start my own facility Good Lord willing!! (prayers welcome lol)
My horse used to spook when I rode him but we have developed a lovely relationship and he trusts me completely now, so doesn't spook anymore. I have found that is the best way to tell if your horse likes you, they look after you when you ride them.
I love your videos so much. I dont know if you know the Canadian show Heartland or not but you remind me so much of Amy. Heartland is one of my favorite shows and its so nice to watch your videos and feel like I am seeing a real life Amy! You are so amazing and very good at explaining things.
You are awesome at what you do, Equine!
I dont have a horse but i find it incredibly important to watch at midnight
Apart from being a good horseman, she is also a good woman. Her husband is a lucky man. Thank you, ma'am, for the videos. Love from India 😊😊
can you tell me if im doing this wrong and im just a student learning how to take care of the horse but here is the way i get ready for training ( i share a lesson).
1. take him out of his stall
2. brush him and pet/hug him
3. ride him
4. 2 cool of laps his own pace
5. get saddle of and brush him
6. feed him treats and pet him some more
7. bring him back to his stall
am i doing it right?
Tysm ! i use to meet a horse and its non stop following !
One time when I was 10 or so, I was at a camp and was standing in front of my rebellious pony. His head was about as long as my torso, so he thought it would be a good idea to rub his head on me, effectively throwing me half a foot through the air.
I remember back in 2012 i drove through Louisville, KY after visiting Churchill Downs.. Love the barns and horses in the area. I pulled my car over to the shoulder. Set up my tripod near the fence. Saw a nice barn and out of the nowhere, I see a white horse similar to Pepper, starts walking up to me. I guess some horses are naturally curious. I always thought with someone he/she does not know they would be more standoffish. I knew that the horse wasn't mad. Ears forward and looked pretty relaxed. The horse walked up to the fence line. While camera was attached to the tripod, I just let the horse look at it and smell it. I then took the camera off the tripod. Let the horse sniff the camera and my hand. The owner shows up and greets me. We start talking and realize the horse was formerly a race horse at the race track in Southern California. He was surprised as well that his horse came up to me. Ended up being a tour of his barn and stables. Got to see his other horses. Ended up taking some closeup photos of his horses with the owner's permission. Got his email so i can send a copies of the photos to him after i came home from the trip.
This one in a lifetime encounter also changed me as well. I started a new journey learning more about horses and riding them. Beautiful and majestic animals.
Keep up the good work!! Love your content!
the two horses I've ridden, do the head bop thing, I let them, as they're very gentle with it, and they respect my space if I press on there chest / side, which they have been taught to mean move back , and I give them both treats and they've learnt whenever I come over I will most likely have a treat for them
You should work in some pictures or video of the examples you're talking about. Not only would it make the video more interesting but people have a better understanding of what you're referring to.
The head bump thing is only affectionate for females when done softly. For male horses, the bump initiates plays, so they may get a little rough, but not to hurt you or show frustration
Is licking a positive display of affection? I have a new horse and when I first met him he began gently licking my hands and chewing. Then he became curious and wanted to nibble my jacket sleeves and collar. The nibbles began after I gave him a peppermint 😬🤭 I just want him to like and trust me as his new owner!
So glad you explained this. My 3 Jenny donkey/ burros and they act marish around me at feed time because the oldest one is hand fed
I love your energy and accent love from the uk.
I watched some of your videos and I love them, since they come from the heart to have a true good connection to each other (horse and human).
I have a complicated situation with my horse... For almost 2 1/2 years I was not present in her life, since I prepared and worked hard to get both of us to Europe. So I know, I was inconsistent in her life due to contract work and having to leave her "behind". Now I finally have her in the same place, but it is different from what she is used to ... She went from 24/7 on pasture to half and half stall/pasture to now being mostly in a stall due to the set up in the country we moved to. I know my problem is that I feel bad and I fall into avoiding and feeling helpless. How do I make her comfortable in the new place with my limited time (since I have to work). I have a bad conscience taking her with me... at the same time I am super happy that she is with me. Since my horse went through an injury and my muscles are down, I have not ridden her for like 2 years... I would love to start with ground work....
How can I make both of us comfortable and happy with each other?
My friends horses follow me around the field when I walk my puppy. The mustang likes to run up on me and give me hugs with her head. Seems great to me! Awww, that means they like me. Sweet. Thank you!
TY for the information on horses 🐎🐴🌿
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I mean, I love the headbutty nudging, but know full well it's a jerk horse behaviour. But I love it ah haha.
😂 I feel like a lot of horse people think this; I once told my mother not to let the horses in her personal space, and she responded, "but I like them in my personal space." 😂
@@CarmellaAbel How do you correct it? Like what cue would you use as a "hey now..."
MikaylaC204 I would suggest possibly backing them up, showing them that you’d like them out of your space! 😄
What would you call it when your horse walks up to you and rests its chin on your shoulder and then completely relaxes its head and neck so that your shoulder bears all the weight of your horse's head? This is what my horse did a couple of times - in all the years that I took care of him...he did this only twice. But he also walked up to one day and started licking the top of my head...thankfully without a lot of slobber. I think this behavior was rare signs of affection. What else could it be?
@M D cool no need to be shy
Yes, you should do a video on HOW to make it fun for your horse.
I don't own horses, but tommorow I start horse therapy! So I'm trying to learn!
Thank you very much to learn us everything about Horses
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I would say its about 50/50 with my quarter horse Phoenix. She was abandoned before i got her. When i first got her, she was head shy and would not let anyone touch her face. She now lets me rub her head and face while eating of all times. I take the time to set up a routine with her consisting of feeding, stall cleaning and water top off or cleaning before going out to do whatever we are doing that day. Then if it’s warm enough, she’ll get a bath and her supplement bucket afterwards.
I'm helping feed horse for a couple it's been forever since be around horse and today both came in to the stalls the tall female is starting to know what I'm comfortable with when filling hay feed on wall and today the shorter male horse was in front of me and wasn't backing up to give me space so I'm comfortable with just learning each other I have Asperger's and a lil nervous when in stall to feed u just never know
Yeah, the head butt thing is definitely impatience. We have three rescued minis and a donkey at the dog kennel I work at and every time we get to the barn in the morning at least one of them butts their head against the door and it couldn’t be clearer: FEED ME NOW! I still love them to pieces though.
Also, helpful tip: scratching an itch they can’t reach goes a long way with almost any animal. Don’t know how many dog and equine friends I’ve made with a good butt scratch! 🙃
Omgsh I love your hair and thanks for this video
I have had many experiences with many horses, rode the same horse bi weekly for a couple years, frequently cared for other horses and the more I'm around them and watch them the more I perceive that horses feel at the most lukewarm toward humans. If the human didn't feed them, they would not choose to be around people. And I don't think they particularly enjoy being ridden or performing any of the tasks we ask of them. Indifference and resigned tolerance is the vibe I get most often.
I’ve learned so much from your channel. 😊
My horse does this weird thing where if I'm standing he won't eat but if I sit down he will eat. When he's not eating he still looks happy and he kinda starts to fall asleep and lean into me.
Mine must really love me, he whinnies immediately, he knows my jeep, he gallops to the gate when he sees it, and watches up the track to see when im coming, most of the time he acts like a dog and runs along the fence line rearing and playing. I think he forgets his size 😂 he also gets jealous of any other horses, if we are out hacking he likes horses to keep their distance, be close but not too close 😂
The horse I usually ride at lessons is becoming a friend to me. Didn't take very long. He's a big guy, 17+ hands, but he'll come up to me and place his head flat against my chest and invite me to give his whole head a good rubdown. He trusts me and seems to like me just fine. He accepts my lead rather well.
Just started riding again and I brought apples and carrots with me because I want to be associated with good things not just work. So I gave the lesson horse treats and talked and scratched him while I brushed him down. I want to ride but I want to have a positive relationship with my lesson horses and treat them with love and respect.
Thank you so much for this!! Really helpful!!
I deal with another shire in the herd of mine. She does the headbutt. BUT overtime as I faked falling down from it, she became more gentle. She does it when i ignore her and she wants attention. Once Ive taken my horse out and came back, she wait for her turn and do it. She also does it after playing, as if asking for more. I have always allowed them to express themselves. For instance, they are allowed to nuzzle me so I can know where they want a scratching.
What I'm saying is; I dont think it has an universal meaning. She always respect my space when I want to. This just seems like her way to say shes ready to listen and do things with me.
But your explanation could be way more common. I just had to rethink everything with that shire breed. They are very peculiar in a good way
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I had a half Arab mare who would follow me where ever I went keeping her head just at my shoulder. Never needed to put a halter on her when bringing her in or taking her out or tacking her up.
This is can transfer to any animal. Treat them like a friend, do things they like and you will have a friend for life. Horse, cow, pig or dog.
The only time my horse comes to me is when I’m lunging him and I think he thinks if he comes to me it’s time to quit. Lol. Love your videos :-)
I came here to find out about the nudging. My daughter's pony shares a paddock with a retired racehorse. He is always happy to see me and I've put some time in with him but he does this thing where he rubs the front of his head straight up my body. He is huge, so I could potentially go flying. I will definitely correct that now. Thanks for so much valuable information. We've had the pony for a few months now and I am learning a lot about horses as Molly is agisted in a multi-paddock, multi-horse area so I have so many horses to interact with.
Best of luck!
I tend to use what I got at hand.. my fingers.. rubbing/scratching a horse is usually the fastest way to become friends.. at the barn I have my horse there are other horses that will call me when they either hear or see me, because they know I'll scratch them, no treats involved. They also know when I do a pat, pat.. (as in patting someone on the shoulder for a good job) it is pointless to beg for more. If they beg they know they go to the bottom of the list again..
It is also fun to met new horses and make them have an "erase nose" when it gets really good it looks and feels like someone is taking a rubber eraser and going to town trying to erase something.
And if it gets extra good and a groom bit sneaks in, just remove arm or where it took place, don't scream or correct the horse.. remember it is horse language for "you hit the spot".
I know my horse walks up to me looking sad and not comfortable.
So I can totally know something wrong.
She neighs to me a few times or once in a blue moon.
And when I'm at the barn she is happy to see me and walks fast to me with ears forward.
I do some ground work with her and hand walk her some.
The only time she heads butt me gently she tells me she is in pain as well.
Once it is fixed and all she is happy the next day and doesn't have a head butt or etc.
Even when I'm riding her and on days something is wrong I stop riding her.
She has arthritis, gets injections with her hocks and stifles and has front and hind end gut ulcers.
A lot I have learned with my horse and how well I understand her.
She is lucky to have me ^.^.
We just do trail rides and light work.
No more showing and no more jumping.
Very good points!
Loved the video ✨️😌❤️🔥
Loved the video ❤😊😅
So For the first one When I started owning my Horse buster He never came so when i watched this That morning When I got him from the field I bathed him (it was very hot out) And groomed him then when I rode I did some things with water Like trotting Around holding water out Or trotting backwards !
My horse has always done the head rubbing, and I also thought it was cute, until recently she started doing it when it was obvious she was just being a brat and not wanting to do what was asked... and then head butted me when my back was turned. Needless to say, head rubbing is no longer acceptable behavior.
So cute!🐎❤️
Even on the bottom of tenacears my boy hears my back door open for what ever reason he screams out for me. And then stands at the gatewaitingforme. Untill I feel guilty and go down regardless and just give him a cuddle. I can walk up to him and give him his monthly injection just in the paddock no halter , no rope. He just stands there.