Content

• Steps
• Method 1 of 1: Performing
• Tips
• Warnings

In nature, horses are prey for predators, so if they suddenly see or hear something, they instinctively react with fright. In such a situation, the horse implies that it is about to be harmed. To help you learn how to calm a frightened horse, we will provide you with clear instructions.

Steps

1. 1 If the horse does not run away, but simply recoils back or to the side, slowly approach it, talking affectionately.
2. 2 Try to understand what caused the fear. This should be quite obvious, as the horse will either look directly at the object and point its ears at it, or be wary of it and look in the opposite direction.
3. 3 If your horse is frightened by something in your hands or something that suddenly appears next to you, reassure him that the item will not harm him.
4. 4 If you are on horseback, caress its neck or scratch it near the growth line of the mane. You can also scratch the horse behind the ears. Try different options to find the one that best suits your needs. Massaging the body with circular movements of the index and middle fingers works well (this relieves muscle tension and calms the horse).
5. 5 If you are not sitting on a horse, walk slowly toward it with soothing words. Even if the horse does not understand you, he will be reassured by the calmness of your voice.
6. 6 Horses have a sensitive spot right down the center of their forehead. Scratch it when you talk soothingly or hum to your horse. This relaxes the horse.
7. 7 Demonstrate to the horse that nothing is going to harm him. Keep your hands at your sides, palms up. Don't make sudden movements.
8. 8 If you can, show the horse what scared her. Make sure the object is not making loud noises, moving, or doing anything that could scare the horse even more. The horse will probably move aside a few times, but you should continue to bring the object to him so that he knows that there is no harm from it.
9. 9 Treat your horse to treats such as carrots, sugar, and special treats. This will help build the horse's trust.
10. 10 Approach the horse confidently, without fear or embarrassment.
11. 11 If the horse's ears are not alert, the nostrils are not dilated, the eyes are not angry, then it will come up to you by itself. Do not approach her, as this move may frighten her.
12. 12 Give the horse a few treats, but only when it is outwardly calm. This will reinforce a calm demeanor.
13. 13 Repeat the last step several times. If the horse eats the treat, pet it.
14. 14 Visit your horse regularly when you are calm yourself. The horse will get used to your presence and begin to trust you as a friend.
15. 15 Once you have a strong relationship with your horse, keep communicating to make it even stronger.
16. 16 After a while, the horse will have enough trust in you to allow you to mount it.
17. 17 In an advanced case of fear in a horse, extend your hand to it with the palm of your hand, do not force the horse to contact, just persuade him to make contact with you so that he will be the first on this step (in fact, this should be done with most horses, but with special shy horses in particular).

Method 1 of 1: Performing

1. 1 Before the performance. The rider may become nervous before a ride, which can also make the horse nervous. The presence in the arena together with unfamiliar horses will also not help with calmness. First, take a break to breathe and relax. If you have trouble trusting your horse and vice versa, try joining the horse. This will allow you to establish contact with her.
2. 2 Diluted lavender, etc.etc. are popular for calming horses. The same means can be used for riders. Flower tinctures work well for both horses and humans.
3. 3 Finish the ride on a positive note so that the horse is not afraid of the arena or the sight of the saddle being pulled out.
4. 4 If the horse becomes nervous at the sight of the saddle, it probably means that the horse has poor riding experience or a problem with the saddle itself, which is causing the pain.

Tips

• When the horse has calmed down, examine it to make sure there is no damage.
• Earn the horse's trust.
• If, in a safe, closed area, you were holding a frightened horse by the reins or reins, release them and then calm the animal down.
• Be calm with your horse. She senses your anger and starts to worry.Remember that horses sense your emotions.
• If the horse itself is fearful, then it can take months, a whole year, or even more, to train it to cope with its fear. Be patient with such a horse and do not stop working with it.
• If you are riding a shy horse, you must be an experienced rider.
• Before horseback riding, take the horse for a walk on a lane.
• Trust is key!
• Give your horse a sniff of the sedative before feeding it to her. If she turns her head away, don't give it to the horse. She knows better what she needs.
• Never touch a horse with a lanyard.
• Always have something to treat your horse with when you are around.

Warnings

• Wrapping the line or reins around your hand can cause injury.
• If the horse is frightened and you are trying to calm him down, remember that he is not always able to immediately understand your good intentions. She may panic and decide to escape in any way, which is fraught with kicking and trampling. Applying force to the reins can cause even more stress.
• Not all horses are ready to start trusting a person the first time.
• Whenever possible, watch out for a frightened horse in an open area or when the line or reins are long enough to give the horse some freedom.
• Make sure someone knows what you are doing so they can help if needed.
• Some horses have to work harder than others.
• Do not do anything that could harm the horse.
• Always talk to your horse calmly.