How To Calm An Anxious Horse

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  • čas přidán 21. 08. 2024
  • If your horse gets anxious, knowing how to calm them down and solve anxiety issues is key for keeping both of you safe. In this video, I cover some highly effective methods you can use to solve anxiety issues in horses.
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Komentáře • 74

  • @lolaxyzz
    @lolaxyzz Před 2 lety +26

    I wouldn't understand why my horse would get so 'wild' at certain times, but I found out that getting his stirrups shorter is getting him angrier. I later discovered that the only way to calm him down or make him 'behave' , is by talking to him. Talking and communicating with your horse is a totally helpful tip

  • @whobeyou5342
    @whobeyou5342 Před 2 lety +7

    I swear Tucker knows how to act and what to do specific to each topic you teach- like he's acting out the topics with you.

  • @kelele
    @kelele Před 10 měsíci +5

    2:22 you owe him a few treats there 😂

  • @brynn6866
    @brynn6866 Před 2 lety +9

    I got a horse in November and I really needed help because I didn’t have all the facts. You have really helped me learn everything I need to know! Thank you! ❤️❤️❤️

  • @carlyfenton-wyrick1560
    @carlyfenton-wyrick1560 Před 2 lety +9

    All good ideas and thank you for saying it's ok to get off your horse! Anytime I've done so, it de-escilates the situation, I wish more people would teach this. Always love seeing Tucker 😊

  • @elizabethowen3678
    @elizabethowen3678 Před 2 měsíci +1

    So happy to see you still making great content, very easy and simple ❤

  • @dianereiser6417
    @dianereiser6417 Před 2 lety +5

    Tucker puts a smile on my face every time. 🙂

  • @RockAndRose
    @RockAndRose Před 2 lety +2

    Laughed out loud when he started yawning! You definitely helped him relax. 😀

    • @amberharper3166
      @amberharper3166 Před 2 lety

      So yawning means he’s relaxed? I keep reading conflicting info. I’ve been trying to learn horse language so I can better understand my neighbor’s horse (he visits me at my fence). He yawns every day!

  • @karenlopez9978
    @karenlopez9978 Před 2 lety +4

    Always love watching all of your videos, i just got my first horse on the 1st of Feb. Your videos have helped so much, by chance can you make a video about how to clean out a horses nose ? Curious since I live in AZ and my horse Rio tends to have a dusty nose lately. Can't wait to see more weekly videos !

  • @allic8571
    @allic8571 Před 2 lety +2

    Great video!! I can attest that clicker and target training are really helpful for refocusing my anxious Arab and helping him calm down. Thanks for all the great tips!!

  • @fvcknoah5119
    @fvcknoah5119 Před 2 lety +2

    THANKS THANKS THANKS , today my mare (my first horse ever , she's 15 and one eye blind) got so anxious it almost went out of the stables even tho i was holidng her , she is pretty distrust because of her eye but we're doing step by step everything! Thanks for this video

  • @KnightAlephz
    @KnightAlephz Před 2 lety +2

    I love your videos. I love learning and expanding my knowledge. And knowing that im doing some things right also makes me feel good

  • @kaileymentink
    @kaileymentink Před 2 lety +1

    One of my horses spooks at almost everything. I've found that pulling a horses nose and "riding it in a circle" doesn't always keep that horse under control. So many times, my horse has run off with me even though i have her nose against my leg. 😮 Disengaging the hindquarters is a MUST for control!

  • @wasabibird_4246
    @wasabibird_4246 Před 2 lety +1

    I'm training my 6 y/o arab cross to be a trail horse, and that serpentine trick works wonders!

  • @whitneyb277
    @whitneyb277 Před rokem +1

    Love this post, very informative .. my dogs went nuts when they heard you squeak that toy 😂

  • @zackk695
    @zackk695 Před 2 lety

    Greta info and I would add that at night to play relaxing nature videos on low to allow the horse to reach a very deep level of relaxation during the night. Never slap a horse. People do this all the time thinking a horse is tough but no horse likes that

  • @LoveMPLnD
    @LoveMPLnD Před 2 lety

    This video is so helpful! Even with horses that just don't want to pay attention

  • @random_stuff566
    @random_stuff566 Před 2 lety

    Thank you! This video was mostly helpful but when you started lunging Tucker I think why he would try to trot at first is because you were holding the whip close to his back end and maybe next time you can hold out a little farther away😊😁

  • @spaziocasainterioare1656
    @spaziocasainterioare1656 Před 6 měsíci +1

    Thank you so much for this video. My horse is in advanced rehab..small tear suspensory ligament left hind. We can trot but avoid circles and all movements which load the area. He has a lot of energies. Doing a lot of ground work but need to be on saddle as well as he needs to.work his body step by step on saddle too. I wonder if you have a video foe this type of situation 😊 thank you very very much 😊 🦄🙏🙏🙏🙏

  • @basedokadaizo
    @basedokadaizo Před rokem

    gonna apply these tips to myself instead of a horse, wish me luck.

  • @ponytales.
    @ponytales. Před 2 lety +5

    I hope this helps my horse! Can you do a deworming for beginners?

  • @hamzanawaz2108
    @hamzanawaz2108 Před 2 lety

    Me: never ridden a horse
    YT suggestion: How To Calm An Anxious Horse
    I clicked, I'm not complaining! good video 👍

  • @Apache_the_pony
    @Apache_the_pony Před rokem

    This really helped with my 9YO MARE

  • @knowoneuknow8181
    @knowoneuknow8181 Před 2 lety

    Lol wish I saw this before my lesson yesterday because the owner of the barn was lawnmowing and my horse was scared of it. He did a little spook and I wasn't expecting it and I almost flow over his neck. He didn't bolt, rear, or buck he just did one of those things where the like take a step and bend their knees and the turn and do something similar. I managed to stay on and then walked him out a bit and I was supposed to center for my second time but he was really scared of the mower the rest of the time. I gave lots of pats and love and then hand walked him.

  • @savitar0001
    @savitar0001 Před rokem

    I don’t have a horse but I am watching this

  • @amitis2560
    @amitis2560 Před 2 lety +1

    It was really helpful! Thank you♡

  • @KimbaLorber
    @KimbaLorber Před 2 lety

    I needed this so much! Thanks for this, it really really helped. :)

  • @Blitzkid82
    @Blitzkid82 Před 2 lety

    Tucker is adorable and I love your videos. I had to laugh at Tuckers shaved "bosom"😁

  • @Aethryx
    @Aethryx Před 10 měsíci

    Horsey!
    I've never had any horses, but I once stopped during a bike ride to walk it while in farmland, I happened to be right outside a pasture for horses, and soon as they saw me all the horses went up and approached me, so I had a bunch of horses nosing me and nipping my hair

  • @IluvGodsm
    @IluvGodsm Před 2 lety +1

    I need to tell my friend about this. His horse is a very Rambunctious horse. His horse was sold to him bye a not very honest person. His horse kicks and bites, I love his horse beacause his horse is so nice to me, but he's not as nice to my friend. I think they need to use this ill send this to them if I can. Thanks!😍😎

  • @gwyns_farmlife
    @gwyns_farmlife Před 2 lety

    This is so helpful thank you for informational video

  • @JpodTM
    @JpodTM Před 2 lety

    Very helpful, thank you!

  • @lovelywhispersasmr4349

    This video was great! Not sure if you do, but I’d love to see trail riding videos!

  • @deborahthorne4085
    @deborahthorne4085 Před 2 lety

    You are absolutely amazing xx

  • @LemonEyesNL
    @LemonEyesNL Před 2 lety

    Awesome video!!

  • @N0_SLEEP
    @N0_SLEEP Před 2 lety +1

    Hey so I was just wondering what’s the safest/best website to buy horses from. I’ve been wanting to get a horse for a while but I’m not sure what websites to trust, so could someone please tell me what’s the most recommendable website for doing so. I’m from the UK.
    Thank you, and great video! :)

    • @jayc.9713
      @jayc.9713 Před 2 lety +1

      If there are any nearby, certified rescues that's always a good bet. Most of the horses are older or have a disability but most of not all rescues train and work with their horses and will tell you up front exactly what is needed. Usually it's cheaper too.

  • @jackiewren74
    @jackiewren74 Před 2 lety

    Can engaging the hind on the ground when there freaking out. My pony has saddle fear so am starting him to get use to a roller. One day he OK but then the next he explodes x

  • @lauraalbertson7821
    @lauraalbertson7821 Před 2 lety

    Thank you sweet girl love this video! 💜😇💜

  • @elenamiyagi6669
    @elenamiyagi6669 Před 9 dny

    Hi. I love your videos. Im see you from Spain. I would like to know how long is your lunging rope. Thank you❤

  • @wowlfplayz8814
    @wowlfplayz8814 Před 2 lety

    Awesome video! Also, When will we be able to see your other horses?

  • @tysonross6033
    @tysonross6033 Před 2 lety

    Hi I’m The daughter of the phone and I’m 8 and I find your videos very helpful. I’m going to get a horse soon and I need to know what to do. Thank you

  • @crystalroy4334
    @crystalroy4334 Před 2 lety

    I my friend has a severely overgrown paddock where her horse is. I’ve known this horse for years & I think she’s only been out of the paddock a handful of times. She’s only halter trained so never ridden. Anyways we decided to take her out as a trial to see how she would react. Luckily I had the lead rope. Even though she’s been in that area for years she acted like she was in a completely different world. Nervous but was very nosey. She would spook easy & would never let me get to the head of her when walking to a different spot, which was like 5ft away. She’s got to come out but stay calm so my husband can bush hog that paddock so she can have a better area. I wanna make sure we are both safe during this progress, any advice?

  • @gregadomeit4020
    @gregadomeit4020 Před 2 lety

    Great teaching content and Tucker is a handsome boy. Take care.

  • @happydog4929
    @happydog4929 Před 2 lety

    Thank you

  • @jordyn0
    @jordyn0 Před rokem

    i love all these tips i have a ottb mare that i got from the track and she was not treated well at the track and turned into aggressive she was moved to multiple barns as she was with me to find out where she might be happiest now she is good but she is anxious/ reactive about simple things and ground work helps her sometimes but she still rears when doing backup exercises and gives pinned ears and flared or crescent nostrils i guess giving an “attitude” about it? any tips for this??

  • @lisamiller2532
    @lisamiller2532 Před 2 lety

    Always love your videos! My horse is only anxious when it comes time to saddle him. He tries to rear, the vet said he doesn't suffer ulcers maybe just bad behavior. Do you have any suggestions on bad behavior when tacking?

    • @user-ui4jd2yo9w
      @user-ui4jd2yo9w Před 4 měsíci

      Get your saddle checked. Your vet is wrong, and bad advice coming from a vet!. Bad saddle fit or bad back most likely. Horses don't react for no reason, their brains don't work like that, like people.

  • @abhushanpanigrahy6347
    @abhushanpanigrahy6347 Před 2 lety

    5 : 30 YAWNING IS CONTAGIOUS :D

  • @christinagallen9684
    @christinagallen9684 Před 2 lety

    why do you not have a half pad on

  • @bwagenberg
    @bwagenberg Před 2 lety

    We hope your beautiful hair (How to play with a horse) grows long again soon.

  • @harishkashyap8710
    @harishkashyap8710 Před 2 lety

    Nice vlogs 👍

  • @blessedtoquest
    @blessedtoquest Před měsícem

    What do you use for treats?

  • @AkitaCrystalWolf
    @AkitaCrystalWolf Před 2 lety

    Hi

  • @KingsMom831
    @KingsMom831 Před 2 lety

    I love frisky Tucker!!😊

  • @mavericktrir758
    @mavericktrir758 Před 2 lety

    Equine helper can you help me- The horse I ride died. We where just starting to do cantering and it was going great and he was such a great horse. Now I am riding a different horse and I have to re lean everything because he has a bad knee so his walk/trot/and canter are all slow and I guess with his left shoulder going down more. She said I have to keep my hands higher so his head isn’t low and I have to ride with a lot of contact so the reins and very short. How do I best ride him. Also she might put me on her new 2 year old horse that’s only been broken for 2 months if he learns quickly with steering. Because he’s sweet but is somewhat green.

  • @stkenno8758
    @stkenno8758 Před rokem +1

    They’re animals , don’t interfere , don’t try to make them do anything. No training , no targets, talk to them, if they want to connect they will, if they don’t , they won’t. Bond with them, it’s not that difficult, worse thing I’ve ever seen is “break the horse”. That means intimidate and control , that is not how to be with a horse.

  • @helentaylor1222
    @helentaylor1222 Před 2 lety +1

    Drop your voice lower calm tones make a big difference, seem to help greatly xx

    • @kaileymentink
      @kaileymentink Před 2 lety

      I sing to my horses sometimes too. They always seem to listen. :)

  • @pammurr6809
    @pammurr6809 Před 2 lety

    I’ve been working on getting my horse to back up using the method you’ve shown. Any help on what to do if she side steps instead of backs up?

  • @eyesea123
    @eyesea123 Před rokem

    Wind freaks my horse, got anything for that one? I try to lead her to a turn out and she gets high headed, so I don't dare try to ride her during the wind.

  • @bethgilbert7674
    @bethgilbert7674 Před 2 lety

    How do you calm your horse around a new horse sharing the same pasture ?

  • @queenchrysalismusicdiscont6762

    What is up with tuckers belly?? Is that natural?

  • @HorseGirl-ot4op
    @HorseGirl-ot4op Před 2 lety

    Hiiii

  • @Conny226
    @Conny226 Před 2 lety

    What state do you live?
    Are you close to Missouri?

  • @kaycisnaros5547
    @kaycisnaros5547 Před 2 lety

    EXIT

  • @user-dm4ri7nn1t
    @user-dm4ri7nn1t Před 7 měsíci

    When I get my horse from stale to take her out she runs back stale it's hard for me

    • @user-ui4jd2yo9w
      @user-ui4jd2yo9w Před 4 měsíci

      Let him go back to the stable, and do some circles there for a few minutes then walk in the direction you want in a easy straight line. Make the wrong thing hard and the right thing easy. Just remember to be firm but fair, you can make the wrong thing hard without being cruel 😊

    • @user-ui4jd2yo9w
      @user-ui4jd2yo9w Před 4 měsíci

      P.s. The key is to actually change their mind instead of forcing 😊

  • @dosazsolt9725
    @dosazsolt9725 Před 2 lety

    why is he "shaved" from the neck down?

    • @faundante2226
      @faundante2226 Před 2 lety

      He's clipped! She discussed in a video before that she clipped his chest because when they work that's where he gets the most sweaty and that's Usually the case for most horses

  • @kaycisnaros5547
    @kaycisnaros5547 Před 2 lety

    CENTAURS