What Every Horse Should Know

Essential Equine Lessons Every horse should receive a basic education that prepares him to live safely and confidently in the company of humans, and it begins with easing common equine fears. Noted horsewoman Cherry Hill explains how to help a horse overcome wariness of human touch and restraint, develop trust in a rider or handler, and learn respect and patience. When a horse no longer surprised or frightened of people, procedures, and things, he has mastered his ABC's and is ready to learn to work calmly and willingly with a human partner. These lessons will result in a solid, honest horse who is:Respectful and attentiveResponsive yet controlledConfident and curiousComfortable with routine proceduresCalm during the unexpectedEasy to catch and willing to workQuiet at a hitch rail, in cross-ties, and alongside other horsesPatient and level-headed when mountedFree of separation anxietySupple, steady, and balanced in motion