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About Rick Gore (www.thinklikeahorse.org)
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Visit Rick Gore's Horse Site: --- www.thinklikeahorse.org
--Rick is a student of the horse. He can answer questions about sacking out (Desensitizing vs. Sensitizing), dealing with spooky, abused or ex-race horses, rearing, bucking, horses that won’t tie or load into a trailer, working in a round pen/round corral, starting colts, dealing with aggressive or so called "mean" horses, herd behavior, biting, kicking, hard to catch, using a bosal or hackamore, soft hands and direct reining verses neck reining. If you expect him to tell you feel good advice, you will be disappointed. 95% of all his answers will include "the problem is you and not your horse." About 95% of most answers that I give out are on my web site, so if you read it you will probably answer your own question and may learn a few other things. I am like Gordon Ramsey (Hell's Kitchen) and Simon Cowell (Idol), you may not like what I say or how I say it, but it will be pretty true and accurate, in my opinion, judging from my experience.

Experience
Rick is an experienced horseman with over 35 years of riding and handling horses. Rick grew up in Texas around horses and horse people. He has started colts, ridden many horses with behavior issues and worked with problem horses. (He believes that most horse problems are really people problems) He believes in and practices natural horsemanship and continues to read and study books by great horsemen. He routinely attends clinics, talks with and discuss horse issues with other clinicians and trainers. He has never met a horse that could not be fixed. Rick believes it is never the horse's fault and with proper handling, all problems can be worked out.

Education/Credentials
Rick has over 35 years experience in being around and working with horses. Over the years he has watched good horsemen do the right thing and seen the wrong things done with bad results. Rick has a Bachelor of Science degree in Education.

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Questions Answered By Expert Rick Gore (www.thinklikeahorse.org)
In Category Horses - Behavior Issues, Breaking and Training

Subject	Date Asked

aggresive gelding kicks pasture mate: www.thinklikeahorse.org - Rick Gore Hrosemanship	11/21/2009
Q: I have just purchased a 5 yr old arab gelding 14.2 hands, that was trained (%26 spoiled) by kids. ... A: You see them interact, so I can only go with what I know, there are some anti-social horses, I think ...
aggresive gelding kicks pasture mate: www.thinklikeahorse.org - Rick Gore Hrosemanship	11/20/2009
Q: I have just purchased a 5 yr old arab gelding 14.2 hands, that was trained (%26 spoiled) by kids. ... A: Well I don't think you will like my answer but this is not a horse problem. People mishandling the ...
Head tossing on a longe line: Rick Gore Horsemanship - www.thinklikeahorse.org	11/19/2009
Q: I am getting ready to send my mare to training and have been spending some time working her on the ... A: lmao, where the hell did that come from? I answered your questions and told you things that ...
Head tossing on a longe line: Rick Gore Horsemanship - www.thinklikeahorse.org	11/19/2009
Q: I am getting ready to send my mare to training and have been spending some time working her on the ... A: Why do you care? If she just has a halter, so what if she moves her head. Normally loud heads are ...
Breaking yearlings: www.thinklikeahorse.org - Rick Gore Horsemanship	11/18/2009
Q: I have a thoroughbred yearling filly that refuses to take the bit into her mouth. She is able to be ... A: You're kidding right? The horse is a year and you trying to stuff a pain metal in the month and the ...
Head tossing on a longe line: Rick Gore Horsemanship - www.thinklikeahorse.org	11/18/2009
Q: I am getting ready to send my mare to training and have been spending some time working her on the ... A: Is she kept in pasture or in a stall? If she is allowed to be with other horses, run and play and ...
horse tying up: www.thinklikeahorse.org	11/13/2009
Q: I have a 7 year old gelding who was brought up as a reigning prospect. I took him when he was three. ... A: This sounds odd, without seeing him do it, my first guess is since he rides well that he has done ...
Your advice is the best I have ever received: Rick Gore Horsemanship - www.thinklikeahorse.org	11/11/2009
Q: I am starting to think you are a horse genius. I longed my horse after I received my response from ... A: Holy cow, someone that is not pissed at me for my advice. lol.... Thanks for the kind words, glad ...
Troubled horse: Rick Gore Horsemanship - www.thinklikeahorse.org	11/11/2009
Q: I have been given a 9yo horse who was in a truck accident a few years ago, in the accident the truck ... A: Exposure, routine and time. The more you can spend time above him the better, stand on a block to ...
Longing: www.thinklikeahorse.org	11/10/2009
Q: I have decided to go forward with the trainer I selected and my mare starts with her in two weeks. ... A: It sounds like she is being resistant and you are not making her do it so she does not do it. It ...
Trainers: www.thinklikeahorse.org - Rick Gore Horsemanship	11/9/2009
Q: I have spent alot of time on your website and think it contains some of the best information I have ... A: Like most things with horses there is always so many unknowns it is damn near impossible to know it ...
Weanling Cribbing	11/3/2009
Q: I have a Saddlebred filly that will be six months old on November 5. She has been weaned for around ... A: This is a people caused vice from people who want to lock up and stall a horse. A horse in pasture ...
Horse trader: www.thinklikeahorse.org - Rick Gore Horsemanship	11/2/2009
Q: What does the term "horse trader" mean? We just moved to this state and I hear that term a lot now. ... A: Horse trader is a person that trades in horses. It is normally used in a negative way since MOST ...
Change in behavior: www.thinklikeahorse.org	11/2/2009
Q: Around a year ago I bought a four year old warmblood paint. She loves to jump and occasionally runs ... A: I hear an awful lot of excuses and then you say "if it is your fault". If the horse does not do ...
Colt training: www.thinklikeahorse.org -- Rick Gore Horsemanship	10/28/2009
Q: hey, i have a four yr. old gelding that ive had since he was born and he is super sweet and ... A: Last time I check that is not a book for horses named "Dealing with humans for dummies". Of course ...
anxious horse: www.thinklikeahorse.org - Rick Gore Horsemanship	10/25/2009
Q: I have a very well trained Arabian that has lots of training. I have done a ton of ground work take ... A: It sounds like this horse has been teaching you good lessons. You say you know it you but it more ...
colt kicking: www.thinklikeahorse.org - Rick Gore Horsemanship	10/24/2009
Q: I have a colt 17 mths, I have recently purchased who is sweet and friendly until it comes to feed ... A: It is never ok for a horse to kick at you. Maybe new born if scared, but once a horse learns this ...
want to take him off the bit	10/24/2009
Q: I recently bought a great paso fino horse who has been all his life ridden with "the bit". I dont ... A: Read my bosal page and my horsemanship page. Start with riding him in a rope halter and one rein, ...
naughty pony: www.thinklikeahorse.org	10/22/2009
Q: i have a thirteen year old pony, he kicks out when he has done something wrong if i work with this ... A: A lot of ponies are taught bad habits by bad handling. This pony can be corrected no matter how ...
my horse: www.thinklikeahorse.org - Rick Gore Horsemanship	10/22/2009
Q: I have owned my well bred hanovarion for 8 years. Hed come from an abused background,not sure ... A: I am aware of your concerns, you have all the choices here, this horse has none. You took him and ...
Filly: www.thinklikeahorse.org	10/22/2009
Q: I just bought a Thoroughbred filly for the sale in Louisiana. She is out of Rainmaker out of Storm ... A: When you say flips, does she flip over and land on her back or just spooks like jumps and bucks? ...
Barrel Horses: www.thinklikeahorse.org - Rick Gore Horsemanship	10/21/2009
Q: Rick, My question stems from your responses to barrel inquiries. Do you think that if we want to ... A: lol, is it not enough that people that don't like my answer get mad at me, that I need to get ...
my horse: www.thinklikeahorse.org - Rick Gore Horsemanship	10/20/2009
Q: I have owned my well bred hanovarion for 8 years. Hed come from an abused background,not sure ... A: Killing a horse is never a option for me. Although there have been times I wanted to, it is never a ...
Mule phobia: www.thinklikeahorse.org	10/20/2009
Q: My 15 year old QH gelding is one of the most unflappable guys you could ever meet..but when it comes ... A: I would say you are focusing too much on the issue. Get your horse busy when he he wants to just ...
TB: Rick Gore Horsemanship - www.thinklikeahorse.org	10/16/2009
Q: I have been a horse lover since I can remember...have a gorgeous and sweet TB that I was given. My ... A: Well crazy is a relative term, some people think any that hangs out with a 1200 pound animal that is ...
breaking in a nervous 8 yr old: Rick Gore Hrosemanship - www.thinklikeahorse.org	10/16/2009
Q: I have just bought an 8 years old unbroken MORAB , obviously cheap but very handsome !! He is very ... A: OK, lol, easy sparky, your comment about showing him you are a nice person led me to believe you ...
breaking in a nervous 8 yr old: Rick Gore Hrosemanship - www.thinklikeahorse.org	10/16/2009
Q: I have just bought an 8 years old unbroken MORAB , obviously cheap but very handsome !! He is very ... A: When you say you reward him what you do mean? This is a common confusion on what is reward to a ...
breaking in a nervous 8 yr old: Rick Gore Hrosemanship - www.thinklikeahorse.org	10/15/2009
Q: I have just bought an 8 years old unbroken MORAB , obviously cheap but very handsome !! He is very ... A: If you are sure it is not pain related meaning that you can push and put pressure on him without any ...
stallion: Rick Gore Horsemanship - www.thinklikeahorse.org	10/13/2009
Q: I recently rescued a 9 year old stallion who went through a fence to get to a mare about 18mos ago. ... A: Ok, much better info, now I have some thoughts. I disagree with the vet. His boys are still ...
horse: Rick Gore Horsemanship - www.thinklikeahorse.org	10/13/2009
Q: first let me say thanks for reading this. but this time this question does not lean towards training ... A: A good horse never comes in a bad color or bad breeding. I am not a good person to ask this. A ...
stallion: Rick Gore Horsemanship - www.thinklikeahorse.org	10/13/2009
Q: I recently rescued a 9 year old stallion who went through a fence to get to a mare about 18mos ago. ... A: Never put a horse down from stupid people's decisions. This horse is a horse and can recover if ...
help!!: Rick Gore Horsemanship - www.thinklikeahorse.org	10/13/2009
Q: I bought a 7 year old paint mare 5 years ago. She was "green broke". I had wanted to learn to train ... A: So stop getting hurt and stop blaming the horse for hurting you. This horse had no choice in the ...
unable to catch: Rick Gore Horsemanship - www.thinklikeahorse.org	10/11/2009
Q: I have just bought a young horse hes 5 years old when I got him I was told he was good to catch, ... A: lol, this horsey is working you and teaching you. You need to get better, first STOP trying to ...
Mare goes into fight mode while mounting: Rick Gore Horsemanship - www.thinklikeahorse.org	10/11/2009
Q: I bought a 10 yr old TWH mare just recently (I am her forth owner in three years) that has some ... A: I rarely tell people to give up on a horse since most time the problem is the person and not the ...
rescued Saddlebred mare: Rick Gore Horsemanship -- www.thinklikeahorse.org	10/9/2009
Q: I hope you can help us with this. We rescued a saddlebred mare who was destined to slaughter. She ... A: Glad to hear she is coming around. This is very tough to know since I am not there to see and get ...
bits: www.thinklikeahorse.org - Rick Gore Horsemanship	10/7/2009
Q: Rick, I bought 4 year old Appendix 16'2" hunter jumper from a paint horse barn. They showed him in ... A: Well I agree with your trainer, if you must use a bit a snaffle is the one I would use. A horse ...
Ear pinning: Rick Gore Horsemanship - www.thinklikeahorse.org	10/4/2009
Q: Read your website and have learned a lot, but you only briefly touched on this subject, so I thought ... A: You say you have read my site but I don't think so. I discuss this in several places. Ear pinning ...
Handling a scared horse while leading: www.thinklikeahorse.org - Rick Gore horsemanship	10/3/2009
Q: I would love to hear some exact tips to handle some issue with a horse that i'm grooming. He is a 5 ... A: You did not tell me how old you are or what experience you have, this would help me give you a ...
mixing a mare w/ a gelding: Rick Gore Horsemanship - www.thinklikeahorse.org	10/3/2009
Q: I've read many "mixed" reviews on this issue, but would like an experts input. I already have one 8 ... A: Well, as for the expert part, that title is just that, a title. I would rather be seen as a horseman ...
Young Horses: www.thinklikeahorse.org	10/1/2009
Q: I'm commenting on a response you made to a reader who has had older horses and now has a younger ... A: I answer questions from the information I have and give my take on it from my experience and my ...
horse question: Rick Gore Horsemanship - www.thinklikeahorse.org	9/30/2009
Q: I know you stated you do not answer questions anymore, but I was hoping you might make an exception. ... A: Could be lots of things. Since it only happens when he is saddled and tied and only happened twice, ...
A neglected/frazzled show horse: Rick Gore Horsemanship - www.thinklikeahorse.org	9/28/2009
Q: Brief history of the equine in16.1, 12 y/o, TB, 3rd level Dressage, and was a successful show ... A: I have to think you have not read my website or read any of my other answers. I am about the horse. ...
Bucking/high energy horse: www.thinklikeahorse.org - Rick Gore Horsemanship	9/28/2009
Q: I was just wondering what could I all do to get my horse to go faster without having him buck. I ... A: Horses are head animals they are all attached to other horses. The horse is bucking for the same ...
stablemates: Rick Gore Horsemanship - www.thinklikeahorse.org	9/28/2009
Q: I just bought a horse and I do not have any other horses, and I am getting ready to bring her home ... A: Horses do not feel safe alone, they need other prey animals to keep watch and help them relax, sleep ...
Gelding hard to leave mare: Rick Gore Horsemanship - www.thinklikeahorse.org	9/25/2009
Q: G'Day i have a rising 4 year old gelding, with a great temperament, unfortionally he has grown very ... A: Your horse is being normal, no big surprise here. He is is still a baby and growing until five. He ...
Riding at the beach: www.thinklikeahorse. org - Rick Gore Horsemanship	9/24/2009
Q: I have a 13 yr. old NSH gelding.I've had him for @ 3-4 months now.He is a natural "showhorse" & ... A: IF your horse trust you and sees you as a strong leader, they will go anywhere with you. Going with ...
barn sour: www.thinklikeahorse.org	9/22/2009
Q: I read your website but have a question. My horse use to be in a hurry to get back to the barn so we ... A: Don't ride with bad riders that let their horse do bad things. Any horse will want to keep up when ...
bad habits in trailer: Rick Gore Horsemanship - www.thinklikeahorse.org	9/21/2009
Q: i hope this isn't a redundant question, but i did not find it on your site. we were just given a ... A: ummm, this is different. I might try and use a stock trailer and drive him around in that so you can ...
kicking under saddle: www.thinklikeahorse.org - Rick Gore Horsemanship	9/19/2009
Q: My 5 year old Rocky Mountain mare has kicked at other horses 3 times this summer. She has only done ... A: Silly me, I always get questions from people that know so much and they always only tell me AFTER I ...
kicking under saddle: www.thinklikeahorse.org - Rick Gore Horsemanship	9/18/2009
Q: My 5 year old Rocky Mountain mare has kicked at other horses 3 times this summer. She has only done ... A: Like most horse problems this is a people issue. You want to see this as your horse is kicking ...
horse: www.thinklikeahorse.org Rick Gore Horsemanship	9/17/2009
Q: rick. sorry but i have been looking all over the fricking enternet for a video on teaching a horse ... A: I don't have one on my site. But a side pass is controlling the front end and the rear end, just at ...
neck reining: www.thinklikeahorse.org -- Rick Gore Horsemanship	9/17/2009
Q: I have a 12 year ex-trotter stallion that I'm training to ride western. I had to teach him how to ... A: It sounds like you are doing an awful lot of 'teaching'. this horse knows how to be a horse and you ...
self carriage and confidence: www.thinklikeahorse.org - Rick Gore Hrosemanship	9/16/2009
Q: I have been working with a 7yr old Hackney/Welsh cross. He was trained the basics when he was two ... A: I am not a fan of jumping horses, it is very hard on their legs and jumps so no help from on that. ...
metal bosal: www.thinklikeahorse.org - Rick Gore Horsemanship	9/15/2009
Q: I read your last answer about using a bosal instead of a snaffle and found it very informative. I ... A: Absolutely no reason to use a metal bosal and anyone that does is not a horseman. If I wrap barbed ...
social-challenging horse: Rick Gore Horsemanship - www.thinklikeahorse.org	9/14/2009
Q: He is very social, and yet when getting him out in the open, he gets testy. I roundpen him first ... A: Debbie.................I am just shaking my head reading your question. Partly for the horse and ...
horse	9/14/2009
Q: first thanks for taking time to read this. i have a young mare that has been in training for about ... A: Put her in a round pen or small arena, and work on trotting and turning. If she gets good at one ...
bucking horse: Rick Gore Horsemanship -- www.thinklikeahorse.org	9/13/2009
Q: I have been training an Arabian gelding for about a year now. He will be 4 in Feb. The very first ... A: lol, not at your bucking but at your explanation. I think I am the Gordon Ramsey or Simon Cowell of ...
rescued Saddlebred mare: Rick Gore Horsemanship -- www.thinklikeahorse.org	9/12/2009
Q: I hope you can help us with this. We rescued a saddlebred mare who was destined to slaughter. She ... A: Since you have a steady steed for her to feel safe with, you can also take them for walks together, ...
rescued Saddlebred mare: Rick Gore Horsemanship -- www.thinklikeahorse.org	9/12/2009
Q: I hope you can help us with this. We rescued a saddlebred mare who was destined to slaughter. She ... A: Unfortunately this story is told too often. The more I work with horse from Amish the more I am ...
lunging: Rick Gore Horsemanhip -- www.thinklikeahorse.org	9/11/2009
Q: /Tb 11 yr old mare. We've been spending the past 2 years I've owned her undoing her previous owner's ... A: I don't care about your opinion either. I do this to help horses and people are the main problem ...
lunging: Rick Gore Horsemanhip -- www.thinklikeahorse.org	9/10/2009
Q: /Tb 11 yr old mare. We've been spending the past 2 years I've owned her undoing her previous owner's ... A: OK you're right, the horse is not telling you anything, I misunderstood your question, I did not ...
lunging: Rick Gore Horsemanhip -- www.thinklikeahorse.org	9/10/2009
Q: /Tb 11 yr old mare. We've been spending the past 2 years I've owned her undoing her previous owner's ... A: First, I do not use a whip to lounge a horse, I don't promote it, think it is needed and think too ...
Saddle breaking horse: www.thinkilikeahrose.org	9/10/2009
Q: I have a very sweet mare that I am starting. She is just 3 years old. She is very respectful and is ... A: Read my site and learn to understand a horse. You do not understand horses or you would not use ...
Slaughter: www.thinklikeahorse.org -- Rick Gore Horsemanship	9/9/2009
Q: What is your stance on the slaughter of horses. A: I discuss this on my site. I have a slaughter video link on my bad horsemanship page. The short ...
Dominant OTTB: Ridk Goe Horsemanship -- www.thinklikeahorse.org	9/8/2009
Q: I rescued an OTTB gelding about a year ago. He is the son of Holy Bull - grandson of Storm Cat. He ... A: Bloodlines, moms and dads don't mean anything to a horse or me, only people want to add some value ...
horse flipping out during transportation: www.thinklikeahorse.org -- Rick Gore Horsemanship	9/3/2009
Q: We loaded the horses in our 4 horse stock trailer today and headed to the mountains to trail ride. ... A: Well, glad to hear that you are accepting responsibility and not blaming the horse. You have just ...
horse flipping out during transportation: www.thinklikeahorse.org -- Rick Gore Horsemanship	9/2/2009
Q: We loaded the horses in our 4 horse stock trailer today and headed to the mountains to trail ride. ... A: OK, I always take the horse's side, so here is where I tell you what you did wrong and how you ...
weaving yearling: www.thinklikeahorse.org -- Rick Gore Horsemanship	9/1/2009
Q: I have read the site, its brilliant and I am totally prepared for you to tell me I am stupid and ... A: My guess is you weaned her..why do people do this, who cares if a horse is with their mom. I just ...
Round Penning: www.thinklikeahorse.org -- Rick Gore Horsemanship	8/31/2009
Q: I have a 4 year old paint gelding who won't give me his head in the round pen. He will transitions ... A: what ever you are doing you are doing it wrong. The horse is telling you this since he is not ...
ignores electric fence: www.thinklikeahorse.org -- Rick Gore Horsemanship	8/30/2009
Q: My horse is 5 years old and very calm and easy to ride. She is so unreactive that she totally ... A: This is not a horse issue. Someone, maybe you, did not put up a good enough fence to make sure the ...
headturner: Rick Gore Horsemanship -- www.thinklikeahorse.org	8/30/2009
Q: I have a retired standardbred mare who sometimes turns her head (her left eye and ear facing the ... A: Not sure, couuld be a kink in neck, could be a dominate eye things, could be that is her good and ...
Training a foal with Neo Natal Maladjustment Syndrome: www.thinklikeahorse.org	8/28/2009
Q: I have a filly just weaned at 6 months she has neo natal maladjustment syndrome. Signs were not ... A: I am sure there are medical things that can go wrong with foals. In breeding can cause some issues ...
Training a foal with Neo Natal Maladjustment Syndrome: www.thinklikeahorse.org	8/28/2009
Q: I have a filly just weaned at 6 months she has neo natal maladjustment syndrome. Signs were not ... A: What the hell is this syndrome. It sounds like a fancy way of saying this young filly was abused, ...
horse: www.thinklikeahorse.org Rick Gore Horsemanship	8/25/2009
Q: sorry i ask you so many questions. ever since i found this sight your advice has been very helpful. ... A: Sounds pretty good to me. If it is warm, I would go out there during hottest part of day and get ...
Horse stops hard on fron feet: Rick Gore Horsemanship -- www.thinklikeahorse.org	8/24/2009
Q: I have an x race horse who is a wonderful horse and you would never guess he was a racehorse. I ... A: Sounds like the horse might be out of luck. A horse will do anything it is taught to do or required ...
help me please!!	8/23/2009
Q: my pony Chino runs at me with his ears back most of the time after i let him off his ... A: The only way the horse knows you are a leader is if you show him and act like one. You have to act ...
horse refusing and flipping over: Rick Gore Horsemanship -- www.thinklikeahorse.org	8/20/2009
Q: I am working with a 14 yr old half arab mare that has apparently an issue with refusal and flipping ... A: Most flipping over, like most issues, are caused by people that don't know what they are doing. I ...
Broncing horse	8/19/2009
Q: I know a horse that has been sent to a professional trainer to be backed in 2008 and came back not ... A: Bucking can be a lack of respect issue (boss) but it could be pain or fear. Since you say he is ...
Bucking: www.thinklikeahorse.org Rick Gore	8/19/2009
Q: I have a bucking question that is a bit different than those I found on your website. I have a ten ... A: This sounds like a different one. As he gets older it should get less, but you said he is not ...
Disciplinning my horse and stopping her from biting me: Rick Gore Horsemanship -- www.thinklikeahorse.org	8/19/2009
Q: I have had my filly, "Shilo" for about two months now. She is 15 months old, and honestly has come a ... A: I did an article on Nip, bite or nuzzle, you can read it on my Articles page of my web site. This ...
9 yr. old quarter horse wont be tied: www.thinklikeahorse.org -- Rick Gore Horsemanship	8/17/2009
Q: I recently bought 3 horses from a family who couldn't afford to keep them, the horses were all but ... A: All horses will tie and all will not tie......the difference is who is tying them.. I have a page ...
Colt training: www.thinklikeahorse.org -- Rick Gore Horsemanship	8/17/2009
Q: Our 4-H and sheriffs dept rescued several neglected horses of which one was about a 2-3 month old ... A: I would put them together if you can, close contact is not the same as a herd, by keeping them apart ...
Colt training: www.thinklikeahorse.org -- Rick Gore Horsemanship	8/16/2009
Q: Our 4-H and sheriffs dept rescued several neglected horses of which one was about a 2-3 month old ... A: No, I think you are fine, young horses are like sponges, they take in a lot. You cannot teach this ...
horse: www.thinklikeahorse.org Rick Gore	8/15/2009
Q: i watched a video of yours on how to teach a horse to back up under saddle. well your training ... A: Your welcome, remember horses in the wild do not back up very much, it is not safe and they can't ...
Pulling back only when saddling: Rick Gore Horsemanship -- www.thinklikeahorse.org	8/15/2009
Q: I have a quarter horse that only pulls back when I try to saddle him. I can high line him and I can ... A: There you go not listening, just like you do to your horse. You want to make this a horse issue, ...
Pulling back only when saddling: Rick Gore Horsemanship -- www.thinklikeahorse.org	8/14/2009
Q: I have a quarter horse that only pulls back when I try to saddle him. I can high line him and I can ... A: This is a you issue not a horse issue. I always take the horse's side since it is never the horse's ...
horse: www.thinklikeahorse.org Rick Gore	8/14/2009
Q: i watched a video of yours on how to teach a horse to back up under saddle. well your training ... A: My video was very short and just was an example. You have to make sure your horse knows a cue to ...
New herd member: www.thinklikeahorse.org -- Rick Gore Horsemanship	8/4/2009
Q: We just adopted a rescue donkey - a 10 year old intact Jack. He loves people (especially children). ... A: I would geld him fast, it will help a bit, but since he is so old, it may take years for him to ...
ex-bucking horse: www.thinklikeahorse.org -- Rick Gore Horsemanship	8/4/2009
Q: Sir, We rescued a little 3 to 4 year old mare last year. She had been severly starved and abused. ... A: Bucking is dangerous, it is disrespectful, the horse is doing it since it gets release. Tie the ...
Breaking a new horse from cars: www.thinklikeahorse.org -- Rick Gore Horsemanship	8/4/2009
Q: I have stumbled onto your website & have learned alot. I do not some help though. I have just ... A: Exposure, once you get good control on ground and she knows to come to you when scared and do lots ...
bathing, acting like she is going to bite me, pawing: www.thinklikeahorse.org -- Rick Gore Horsemanship	8/3/2009
Q: I am a 48 year old female and I had a horse when I was young and then many years went by and I got ... A: give her a bath for an hour or two hours or until she stops moving around, every day, no soap, no ...
'young' arab/welsh: www.thinklikeahorse.org -- Rick Gore horsemanship	8/3/2009
Q: My sister is 12 going on her 5th year of riding. She recently recieved a arab/welsh 10 y.o. pony. he ... A: I can't help but laugh when I read this. You obviously are concerned about your sister. However, ...
5 yo mustang: www.thinklikeahorse.org -- Rick Gore Horsemanship	8/3/2009
Q: This is a question that I'm pretty sure I know the answer to, so mainly I need confirmation. I have ... A: lol, you are killing me... what you call accusatory I call giving you a guess with the information ...
ex-bucking horse: www.thinklikeahorse.org -- Rick Gore Horsemanship	8/3/2009
Q: Sir, We rescued a little 3 to 4 year old mare last year. She had been severly starved and abused. ... A: You have to teach this horse that bucking it the wrong answer and bucking only get her tired. Do ...
5 yo mustang: www.thinklikeahorse.org -- Rick Gore Horsemanship	8/3/2009
Q: This is a question that I'm pretty sure I know the answer to, so mainly I need confirmation. I have ... A: No, I disagree with you, you are going too slow and this horse is training you. You are taking this ...
weaning: www.thinklikeahorse.org -- Rick Gore Horsemanship	8/3/2009
Q: I have a mare and her 5 year old stud colt, I weaned him at 7 months. I thought. there is a 5 acre ... A: How will it hurt your mare or your horse. FYI A horse is not a colt after five, at five a colt ...
weaning: www.thinklikeahorse.org -- Rick Gore Horsemanship	8/2/2009
Q: I have a mare and her 5 year old stud colt, I weaned him at 7 months. I thought. there is a 5 acre ... A: Why do you care? Let he go, when she wants him to stop she will let him know. If she get pregnant ...
Horse is bucking when trying to ride her: www.thinklikeahorse.org -- Rick Gore Horsemanship	7/29/2009
Q: I am getting ready to purchase a Friesian mare, she is 11 years old. Her owner said the previous ... A: Not sure why you are buying a horse with a dangerous habit that will need to re-trained and either ...
Bucking: www.thinklikeahorse.org Rick Gore Horsemanship	7/27/2009
Q: My horse is 5 years old He is perfect never does anything and he always listen to me and never is ... A: He may be bucking since he knows it gets you off. Every time you come off you tell the horse you ...
horse: www.thinklikeahorse.org Rick Gore Horsemanship	7/21/2009
Q: my brother and his wife tie there horses up to the hitching post for hours at a time they have tied ... A: Well, this is a pretty good question. Tying a horse does teach a horse patience and helps them ...
6 year old palomino gelding: www.thinklikeahorse.org	7/21/2009
Q: You've answered my specific questions in the past quite well with advice that I always took. I am ... A: No one has a clue about owning a horse until they do it. Being a responsible horse owner means you ...
6 year old palomino gelding: www.thinklikeahorse.org	7/20/2009
Q: You've answered my specific questions in the past quite well with advice that I always took. I am ... A: Calm seas never made a good sailor, trained horses never made a horseman. You have not learned ...
my horse: www.thinklikeahorse.org	7/20/2009
Q: Good morning,sir.How are you I want to ask you aquestion about my lovely horse How could I catch ... A: You don't have to catch it to feed it, put food out and it will eat it. You have to spend time with ...
trailering: www.thinklikeahorse.org	7/19/2009
Q: I've gently worked with my quarter horse to load him into the two horse trailer. He is very ... A: Just keep walking him in and let him back out, walk him in and let him back out, he is just making ...
Becoming leader: www.thinklikeahorse.org	7/18/2009
Q: I have a foal that is about to turn four months. She is a female Paso Fino, and she has what you can ... A: You lose trust by being too nice and weak. Mom is not nice and will not let the baby kick her or ...
read your last post: www.thinklikeahorse.org Rick Gore Horsemanship	7/15/2009
Q: my name is Danielle. I live in Cali, I'm 25 and have an 8 year old belgian draft/cross mare. I ... A: Horses teach us so much and still get blamed and are so misunderstood. The negative and petty ...
Horse dependence on another horse: www.thinklikeahorse.org -- Rick Gore Horsemanship	7/14/2009
Q: My daughter's Dutch warmblood gelding is very dependent upon my Irish draught mare. He calls for ... A: As usual, I always get more information after my answer. Had you provide all this detail in your ...
Head tossing: www.thinklikeahorse.org -- Rick Gore Horsemanship	7/13/2009
Q: I have now come to realise that is probably anxiety as he only does it in the arena if i ride him ... A: Here we go, you ask for my advice, I tell you my advice, Quote: "My advice is look at what you are ...
Horse dependence on another horse: www.thinklikeahorse.org -- Rick Gore Horsemanship	7/13/2009
Q: My daughter's Dutch warmblood gelding is very dependent upon my Irish draught mare. He calls for ... A: Sure I have a suggestion, you won't like it, but here it is. :) Learn and understand horses ...
Head tossing: www.thinklikeahorse.org -- Rick Gore Horsemanship	7/13/2009
Q: I have now come to realise that is probably anxiety as he only does it in the arena if i ride him ... A: Wow, it is amazing how differently I see things than most people that write me. You did all you ...
heavy on the forehand: www.thinklikeahorse.org -- Rick Gore Horsemanship	7/12/2009
Q: I'm 34 and have owned my heavy weight coloured cob for 8 yrs he is now 9yrs old and called Rex. Both ... A: It sounds like "bs" to me, all horses carry most of their weight on the front end, it is how they ...
Nervous/Anxious Horse: www.thinklikeahorse.org	7/9/2009
Q: I'm 15yrs. old. I bought my current gelding about 2yrs. ago(Few Spot Appaloosa - about 9yrs. old). ... A: You have had him for 2 years and you have taught him to do everything he does. A horse only does ...
11-Year Old Gelding: www.thinklikeahorse.org -- Rick Gore Horsemanship	7/9/2009
Q: I am 16 years old and have been riding for seven years now. Recently, I have been riding a 30-year ... A: It does not matter what happened to him, he needs to learn how to be a good respectful horse. What ...
11-Year Old Gelding: www.thinklikeahorse.org -- Rick Gore Horsemanship	7/9/2009
Q: I am 16 years old and have been riding for seven years now. Recently, I have been riding a 30-year ... A: Well you are right that a lot of these issues are you. This horse knows that you are nervous and ...
dominant mare: www.thinklikeahorse.org	7/7/2009
Q: I have 2 mares 1 gelding and 1 stud. One of the mares and the gelding have been together since ... A: You have changed the herd and the pecking order is in question. The older mare may want the stud ...
Behavior problems an bucking: www.thinklikeahorse.org	7/7/2009
Q: My name is Krysta i am 14 and i have been riding for a few years but this year, i finally bought a ... A: If she does good with others then they are doing something different than you. You may be too rough ...
Behavior and Tripping Issues with Percheron: www.thinklikeahorse.org - Rick Gore Horsemasnhip	7/3/2009
Q: I acquired my approx. 12 -13 yr old 18h percheron gelding 7 months ago and have had him at a ... A: Admitting it is you is the first step. All older riders (over 30) change since we become more ...
follow up from 6/2 and 6/4/09: www.thinklikeahorse.org - Rick Gore Horsemanship	7/1/2009
Q: I wrote to you on 6/2 and 6/4/09. Older guy 52 having problems with an 8 yr old gelding. I decided ... A: A vet can check for EPM, I have a nice link and photo about emp on my horseman tips page of my site. ...
first horse, spooked in stall: www.thinklikeahorse.org - Rick Gore Horsemanship	7/1/2009
Q: I am 45. I worked at a hack stable for 7 years 30 years ago. I was on the equestrian team in ... A: This is normal behavior. I hear a lot of inexperience and misunderstanding in your question. ...
nervous rider and a herd bound mare: www.thinklikeahorse.org	6/30/2009
Q: two questions, 1: how can i build confidence in a thirteen year old ? she has only been riding ... A: You can't build confidence unless you have it, a horse is a reflection of the rider or handler. If ...
horse behaviour: www.thinklikeahorse.org - Rick Gore Horsemanship	6/29/2009
Q: I have started to begin to take care of an elderly horse as its owner had passed away the horse is ... A: It sounds like an old stall vice. When horses are locked up over time, like most stallions are, ...
Communicating a turn to my horse: www.thinklikeahrose.org - Rick Gore Horsemanship	6/29/2009
Q: My name is Meg and I am 23 years old. My horse is an 18yo Percheron gelding named Ben. He is a ... A: Forget the bit and forget those who tell you this, they do know or understand horses or they would ...
horse bowing: www.thinklikeahorse.org	6/29/2009
Q: you have a video on how to make a horse bow well my question is once you get her to the point in ... A: Sure you can teach it to do it on command. You have to do it in the same place the same way every ...
mustang: www.thinklikeahorse.org Rick Gore Horsemanship	6/29/2009
Q: Am 31 years old. I have no experience with horses, am learning. The horse is my sons and he can do ... A: I would suggest you read and learn more about horses. I see the picture with your little one and in ...
seperation anxiety: www.thinklikeahorse.org - Rick Gore Horsemanship	6/27/2009
Q: moved to new yard 3 weeks ago and my 17.3hh TBxID 17yr old just wont come out of the field. ... A: The horse is not the problem. It does not matter what happen before, it only matters what happens ...
fing me like a rag: www.thinklikeahorse.org	6/26/2009
Q: i have a 3rd gelding that was beat I've come a long way in little time. he keeps his head up high ... A: Every time you let him throw you, you teach him he can, bad lessons. And YES you are letting he ...
cant catch my 14.2: www.thinklikeahorse.org	6/25/2009
Q: 2 grey geldin age 16 aprox. had him for nearly 8 weeks and i have to put up a fight to catch him. ... A: Of course everyone tells you to sell him, that is the first clue they know what they are talking ...
horse training problem: www.thinklikeahorse.org	6/24/2009
Q: I am 47 yrs old. Have broke one other horse. Been riding TWH for 18 yrs. I have a 4 yr old TWH, that ... A: He is still young and moving forward is critical, so go back to ground work and do it until he ...
Yearling Filly: www.thinklikeahorse.org	6/21/2009
Q: I'm not if this is the right place but anyway. My best friends' dad is having problems weaning this ... A: Why do you care? I never understand this obsession with weaning. In the wild no one removes a baby ...
Problems gettin shoes: www.thinklikeahorse.org	6/19/2009
Q: Hey, sorry to bother you but I really need help with my horse and I'd be very grateful for any help ... A: I am not saying you are bad or mean, I am saying you are looking at this as a horse problem and I am ...
Problems gettin shoes: www.thinklikeahorse.org	6/19/2009
Q: Hey, sorry to bother you but I really need help with my horse and I'd be very grateful for any help ... A: lol, you keep giving me your resume. It does not matter what I say or you say, it does not matter ...
Problems gettin shoes	6/19/2009
Q: Hey, sorry to bother you but I really need help with my horse and I'd be very grateful for any help ... A: Well not sure what is going on, but, it could be he got a hot nail before, he may have sensitive ...
Tieing: www.thinklikeahorse.org	6/17/2009
Q: I have a 16yr old TB mare. I have known her for 7 years now. I bought her about 5 years ago and had ... A: You say she freaks out, she is scared and may be telling you that she does not trust or respect you ...
horse go forward: www.thinklikeahorse.org Rick Gore Horsemanship	6/17/2009
Q: I am 24 years old. I have the horse who is 12 years old, gelding. He lives in a pasture with other ... A: If he does all these others things good, then this may be a confusion issue. When I say confusion, ...
Bolting Horse: www.thinklikeahorse.org -- Rick Gore Horsemanship	6/16/2009
Q: I'm 52 and a average rider. I've worked on desensitizing. My horse is kept at a ranch stalled next ... A: Well, I don't think you are going to like my answer, but I have gotten used to it, so here I go. :) ...
Pulling in my horse that has been out in pasture: www.thinklikeahorse.org	6/15/2009
Q: I am 43 years old and have been riding since I was 11. I worked and trained for a couple of ... A: Lots of options and lots of unknown. The 21 year old would be better since the 24 is getting up ...
Horse sitting while riding: www.thinklikeahorse.org	6/15/2009
Q: I am 38 years old and have been riding weekly for 2 months. I had a lot of fear when I started from ... A: lol, could be lot so things, but what is was not was he was not being mean, he was not trying to ...
halter breakng: www.thinklikeahorse.org	6/14/2009
Q: I am 49 years old and have owned horses all my life. I have however never raise a colt. I have a new ... A: It sounds ok to me, I would not have tried to put it on all the way, the horse let you put put in ...
Abused Saddle Bronc to Saddle Horse? : www.thinklikeahorse.org	6/14/2009
Q: I am a 44 yr. old female. I am just returning into the world of horses after a 10 yr. absence. At 20 ... A: Of course he will get hurt if he flips over a fence, a horse will normally only jump a fence if he ...
Abused Saddle Bronc to Saddle Horse? : www.thinklikeahorse.org	6/13/2009
Q: I am a 44 yr. old female. I am just returning into the world of horses after a 10 yr. absence. At 20 ... A: I had to go back and find your previous question. I answer lots of questions from different ...
Weaving horse under saddle: www.thinklikeahorse.org	6/13/2009
Q: I am a 39 year old female with about 30 years of horse experience riding everything from jumpers to ... A: It is not fun him either. You are looking at this as a horse problem. I see this as a YOU problem. ...
difficult behavior when leading injured mare: www.thinklikeahorse.org	6/12/2009
Q: 1) Age: 31 2) Horse experience: took lessons for years when I was kid; got out of horses during high ... A: Tough position. You are teaching her she can pull you around and get away with it, so that is what ...
Breaking my 4yr old stud: www.thinklikeahorse.org	6/10/2009
Q: Ihave been working with my stud and his ground manners are very good. But when it comes to the ... A: When you say he freaks out that tells me you have not prepared him properly. You need to work on ...
aggressive horse: www.thinklikeahrose.org	6/10/2009
Q: I need help. I have a 9 year old paint, proud cut horse, meaning that although he is a gelding he is ... A: You did not provide the requested information that I asked for where you typed the question. also ...
hoofs: www.thinklikeahorse.org	6/9/2009
Q: I'm an 62 yr old female, been around horses since I was 27. A new to our farm 10 yr old gelding ... A: What ever you are doing is not working so change what you are doing. Sounds like a lack of respect ...
New Horse Problems: www.thinklikeahorse.org	6/9/2009
Q: I just recently got a new horse. He is a 5 yr old gelding. The lady that I got him from had not ... A: There is no saddle and riding problem, there is a person problem where you went too fast and set the ...
4year old pony	6/9/2009
Q: hello i was woundering iam a very small 12 yaer old and my pony is rebelis should i trade him for a ... A: You should read and learn about horses, it does not matter if a horse is well trained or has no ...
gelding attacking another gelding: www.thinklikeahorse.org	6/8/2009
Q: We have a herd of 3 mares and 3 geldings. The last horse on the place is my 14 yr. old Buckskin ... A: lol, I really hate to agree with those stubborn husband's.... and sometime, since we take our ...
hackamore or no bit and jumping: www.thinklikeahorse.org	6/8/2009
Q: i am going to train my stallion to show jump but i was wondering after looking at you site for a ... A: They make a nice leather bitless bridle for English riding. I would be more worried about them ...
gelding attacking another gelding: www.thinklikeahorse.org	6/8/2009
Q: We have a herd of 3 mares and 3 geldings. The last horse on the place is my 14 yr. old Buckskin ... A: I say stop trying to protect horses from horse, this is the natural order, the older gelding is ...
kicking: www.thinklikeahorse.org	6/7/2009
Q: what in a gentle way would you recommend I could use to train a horse to stop kicking? I have a ... A: Read my horsemanship page so you understand horses better, this is not a kicking problem, this is a ...
sore back: www.thinklikeahorse.org	6/5/2009
Q: Hey there. my horse has a sore back, tht i believe is due to saddle fit. i have stopped using the ... A: Without seeing the horse no way to tell, but if he is not rolling I would think it is more than just ...
horse: www.thinklikeahorse.org Rick Gore	6/4/2009
Q: I have this horse it is a gelding its 15 hands tall and probably about 1300 pounds its big.i want my ... A: Yes I agree, he is too big, a horse should only carry about 20% of its weight, if in shape, that ...
horse seems to be winning the heirarchy battle: www.thinklikeahorse.org	6/4/2009
Q: I'm 52, been around horses much of my life, horse has been out on pasture with one youger gelding. I ... A: . I must say it is refreshing to have someone listen to my suggestions and not take personal and ...
horse: www.thinklikeahorse.org Rick Gore	6/4/2009
Q: how to get a horse to give there head to you...my horse is 4 years old now i have got her green ... A: No matter what you are doing, it is not working, you must change what you are doing if you want your ...
horse seems to be winning the heirarchy battle: www.thinklikeahorse.org	6/3/2009
Q: I'm 52, been around horses much of my life, horse has been out on pasture with one youger gelding. I ... A: Well lots going on here. It sounds like this horse has been trained well to learn that he is in ...
horse: www.thinklikeahorse.org Rick Gore	6/3/2009
Q: how to get a horse to give there head to you...my horse is 4 years old now i have got her green ... A: You are not doing something right. This is very easy if you understand pressure and release. I ...
bit: www.thinklikeahorse.org	6/2/2009
Q: i have a proud gelded paint he hate's the bit's i used so far but works ok with bosell, do i keep ... A: I do like bits. I ride all my horses in bosal or rope halter. Bits can and normally cause pain and ...
Overcoming fear of a stall: www.thinklikeahorse.org	6/2/2009
Q: WHAT IS YOUR AGE: 19 WHAT IS YOUR HORSE EXPERIENCE: been working with horses for 10ish years WHAT ... A: The horse is scared for good reason. If you were scared and someone tried to pull or force you, you ...
my 11 year old gelded quarter horse: www.thinklikeahorse.org	6/1/2009
Q: Now 9 yrs i have purchased a quarter horse 11 yrs old gelded and he is so different than my other ... A: You have changed over the years, probably a lot more concerned about getting hurt, you are more ...
16.2hh horse with problems: www.thinklikeahorse.org	6/1/2009
Q: I own a 16.2hh horse who is a very shy horse I think hes been broke on a twitch on his left ear. He ... A: This questions was sent to question pool. It sounds like you may not be pushing this horse enough ...
ex-racehorse wierd behavior: www.thinklikeahorse.org	5/28/2009
Q: I have had my ex-racer for over a year now, he had a few months off then we started to work him and ... A: He could have some sleep issues, not sure if he kept alone or in pasture that could change how he ...
Spooky 3 year old: www.thinklikeahorse.org	5/26/2009
Q: I am 45 and I am a novice, my husband and I had horses growing up, We purchased our first horse Dec ... A: Amish tend to be very hard on horses. Every horse I have ever seen, worked with or heard about that ...
Spooky Horse: www.thinklikeahorse.org Rick Gore Hrosemanship	5/26/2009
Q: I have an 8 yr old foxtrotter who is very spooky about his feet, especially in taller grass where ... A: All horses are spooky, if you are clutching the horse, then this tells me you are tense, you are ...
Horse won't take a bigger rider: www.thinklikeahorse.org	5/25/2009
Q: I am 20 years old. My horse experience is probably considered beginner maybe a little higher. I ... A: A horse that is 15 is getting close to or paste it's prime. These are they the years aches and pains ...
how do i teach my gelding hes not a stud?	5/23/2009
Q: i have a 4 year old gelding paso fino and hes paired up with this 15 year old mare quarter horse.the ... A: This horse is only 4, he is still a baby, he has a girlfriend and loves her and wants to be with ...
How to safetly ride an infamiliar, unfit horse: www.thinklikeahorse.org	5/21/2009
Q: I am a 37yr old with childhood eventing experience and 7 years adult hacking. I have been offered to ... A: It sounds like this horse has not been ridden in a while and it just needs some time. Try to go out ...
Rearing horse when asked to move forward: www.thinklikeahrose.org	5/20/2009
Q: I am 19 years old, I have been riding since I was seven and have worked with many green horses. This ... A: This is still a you issue and not a horse issue. You said in your first question there was a 20 min ...
www.thinklikeahorse.org	5/20/2009
Q: I got my horse, Queenie who's 7, in 2008 for Christmas and she has given me lot of trouble. I wont ... A: All horses need a herd, they feel alone and scared all the time when alone and they learn to be more ...
horse work: www.thinklikeahorse.org	5/20/2009
Q: i have a 4 year old horse he is a good horse if you ride him every day but if you give him a brake ... A: Slow down, he is young and still growing. He is not a horse until 5 yrs old, so teach him that you ...
Won't go Forward: www.thinklikeahorse.org	5/19/2009
Q: 40yo female. Have had horses for 20years. I recently acquired a very well mannered paint gelding. He ... A: LOL, it still amazes me when I hear this. It seems so simple to me, but so many people don't ...
www.thinklikeahorse.org	5/19/2009
Q: I got my horse, Queenie who's 7, in 2008 for Christmas and she has given me lot of trouble. I wont ... A: The horse is telling you that you are being too rough or it does not trust you not to hurt it. You ...
Fear of gate: www.thinklikeahorse.org	5/19/2009
Q: Age: 17 Experience: 6 years (english, western) Living conditions: full turnout w/shelter, kept alone ... A: Getting him through gate will take some time to show him it won't hurt him. Read my sacking out ...
Rearing horse when asked to move forward.	5/19/2009
Q: I am 19 years old, I have been riding since I was seven and have worked with many green horses. This ... A: Sorry about your injury and sure don't want to hear this, but you caused this horse to do this. A ...
Fear of gate: www.thinklikeahorse.org	5/19/2009
Q: Age: 17 Experience: 6 years (english, western) Living conditions: full turnout w/shelter, kept alone ... A: I don't blame him I would not want to go out either. Every time he gets hurt with you he will think ...
should I use natural/herbal supplements	5/17/2009
Q: I've rescued a 13 yr old 1/2 Arab gelding (7days ago). I spent a few days with him before taking him ... A: Your question seems to jump around, not sure what you are asking. I think you should find someone ...
bits: www.thinklikeahorse.org	5/17/2009
Q: A woman I know has a mare that desperatly needs a stronger bit. This woman is VERY opposed to harsh ... A: Bits do stop or make horses better. They normally just cause pain and confuse a horse. I always ...
horses attitude has changed: www.thinklikeahorse.org	5/16/2009
Q: i've had my mare for about a year and a bit now and i found her to be great horse, do anything with ... A: You did not give me enough information, something changed, when you open gate and she "freaks" out ...
my ex race horse: www.thinklikeahorse.org	5/15/2009
Q: im a 41 yr old female, kept horses 20yrs ago, and have ridden from that time until i bought my new ... A: It sounds like a confidence issue and this horse is still not a horse. It is a filly until 5 yrs ...
long reigning thoroughbred: www.thinklikeahorse.org	5/15/2009
Q: He lunges fine both ways stops etc the only problem is when we put the long reigns on him and the ... A: Read my sacking out section on my horsemanship page of my site, the back legs needs to be sacked ...
horses: www.thinklileahorse.org	5/13/2009
Q: I have this horse farily new to riding when she starts to act up like bucking for instance should i ... A: It depends on how old the horse is and how much riding it has had. The horse should be lounged or ...
Frisky Gelding: www.thinklikeahorse.org	5/12/2009
Q: I have a five year old Cob gelding. He has only been with me for 3 weeks. The first livery i went to ... A: Yes it could be her over reacting. All horses bite and all horses kick, moving a horse for what you ...
Older Horse - www.thinklikeahorse.org	5/12/2009
Q: I have 2 older horse that have been leased, one is 17 years old and the palamino I'm having problems ... A: You don't want to run it out of him he may panic and go into a blind run and hurt you are himself. ...
what should i do next: www.thinklikeahorse.org	5/12/2009
Q: I got my horse, Queenie who's 7, in 2008 for Christmas and she has given me lot of trouble. I wont ... A: learn more about horses. Read my horsemanship page on my site, kind of long but it will help you to ...
Pony with no respect: www.thinklikeahorse.org	5/12/2009
Q: I recently bought a very cute 13.3 hand shetland type pony. Hes a palomino paint and only 5 yrs old. ... A: Too many ponies only have a past and never a future. This pony may have been bought and sold ...
Older Horse - www.thinklikeahorse.org	5/12/2009
Q: I have 2 older horse that have been leased, one is 17 years old and the palamino I'm having problems ... A: Most head tossing is related to hard hands, pain, rough bits or poor foundation or lack of ...
head turning: www.thinklikeahorse.org	5/8/2009
Q: i have a problem with my mare she is 4 yrs old and for the last two weeks she wont turn her head to ... A: What ever you are doing you are causing this. Change what you are doing and your horse will change. ...
head turning: www.thinklikeahorse.org	5/8/2009
Q: i have a problem with my mare she is 4 yrs old and for the last two weeks she wont turn her head to ... A: Of course the horse will turn his head to the left, I bet when she is in pasture she looks left all ...
BUCKING HORSE: www.thinklikeahorse.org	5/7/2009
Q: I RECENTLY BOUGHT A 5 YR OLD HORSE. WHENEVER I GET ON HIM HE STARTS BUCKING SOMETIMES HE LETS ME GET ... A: This horse is just a horse at five years old so he is still young. It sounds like he got a bad ...
new horse: www.thinklikeahorse.org	5/5/2009
Q: I have a 16 yo Shetland pony for 2 weeks. I just brought my 13 yo mare home from where she was ... A: This is normal horse behavior, the horses feel safe when with each other and when a lone all horses ...
lead rope under tail of lead horse	5/4/2009
Q: My problem is that I am trying to lead a younger horse off of my riding horse, who is an 8 yr old ... A: This is a common mistake, you should have prepared for this, seen it as a possible problem and ...
aggressive horse: www.thinklikeahrose.org	5/2/2009
Q: I'm 22 yrs old, and have been riding and working with horses all my life. I have a 2 yr gelding who ... A: This horse is only two, he is still a baby for horses, he is testing trying to move up. When you ...
horse breaking: www.thinklikeahorse.org	5/1/2009
Q: iv recently brought a 3 year old and iv had him for around 3 months and i started lunging and long ... A: Don't get on him and try to make him move. You have not prepared him to know what you want, do more ...
horse problems: www.thinklikeahorse.org	4/29/2009
Q: When we are on the trailride, and for instance if i want my horse to stop or turn around while the ... A: This sounds like a respect issue, your horse does not trust you so he does not feel safe with you ...
Senior Project: www.thinklikeahorse.org	4/28/2009
Q: my name is Chelsy, I am getting ready for my senior year in high school and i am going to be doing ... A: I have lots of info that will help you but you have to read my site which is like a small book. But ...
horse throws up head and front quarters: www.thinklikeahorse.org	4/28/2009
Q: I'm a soon to be 50 year old woman and have three years experience with horses. I've learned by ... A: If she raising her head she is telling you are either putting too much pressure on the turn or she ...
Spooky Horse: www.thinklikeahorse.org Rick Gore Hrosemanship	4/28/2009
Q: my name's Janine, I'm 21 - I've recently taken on a beautiful Arab mare and I'd really appreciate a ... A: I think you are way over your head on this and are seeing this horses as a pet and not a horse. A ...
Arab/Quarter herd bound: Rick Gore, www.thinklikeahorse.org	4/28/2009
Q: I am 35 yrs old with very little experience with horses however my friend has experience with them ... A: Glad to hear it, horses are very willing and learn very fast and are pretty simple creatures, but ...
horse throws up head and front quarters: www.thinklikeahorse.org	4/27/2009
Q: I'm a soon to be 50 year old woman and have three years experience with horses. I've learned by ... A: If it is a quirk you caused it. Something you are doing is causing the horse to do what it is ...
ex-racehorse: wwwlthinklikeahorse.org Rick Gore Horsemanship	4/27/2009
Q: Ok so I have a 17hh 15 year thoroughbred ex-race horse.He is really a great horse.Im 16 and I've ... A: He feels safer when you are on the ground, he can move around more and you are not pulling on a bit ...
ex-racehorse: wwwlthinklikeahorse.org Rick Gore Horsemanship	4/27/2009
Q: Ok so I have a 17hh 15 year thoroughbred ex-race horse.He is really a great horse.Im 16 and I've ... A: This horse is not mean or stupid, he is being a horse. Read my horsemanship page on my site. Do ...
colt foal: www.thinklikeahorse.org	4/25/2009
Q: i have a 11 month old colt foal whom i recently purchased from a private seller i also bought ... A: It sounds like this horse sees you as a lower horse and just a feeder. If you just feed a horse and ...
Mean horse: www.thinklikeahorse.org	4/25/2009
Q: I have a 4 yr old stud buddy. Yesterday he went bonkers and took down a cattle fence and attacked ... A: Geld this horse, he is not being mean, he is being a stud, he has to have a job, have a herd of ...
High linning a horse: www.thinklikeahorse.org	4/25/2009
Q: I've been working with my 12 year old Kiger mare for 5 years. We've come a long way and I'm pleased ... A: First make sure the horse can tie well. You can train this horse to hobble in a few days and then ...
Bucking/Rearing: www.thinklikeahorse.org	4/25/2009
Q: My age is 38,my child is 13. My experience is lifelong working with or for someone, owning horse. ... A: Well getting rid of this will not fix the problem, you had this horse and made it the way it is. If ...
starting a horse: www.thinklikeahorse.org	4/24/2009
Q: i just bought this two year old filly ive got here almost broke but i do not no how to do ask her to ... A: Read my horsemanship page. You have to teach this horse the go cue from the ground so she knows ...
wild horse: www.thihklikeahorse.org; Rick Gore Horsemanship	4/23/2009
Q: I am a teenager who has taken on the job of breaking some coming up colts on our ranch. They are ... A: Learn from this horse, he is telling you what you are doing is not working, do something different. ...
horses: www.thinklileahorse.org	4/22/2009
Q: so i know your a trainer but you have a lot of knowledge about horses so i wanted to know if you ... A: It sounds like you have what is called an easy keeper, meaning the horse keeps weight on easy. A ...
Halter Mare afraid to pass the judges: www.thinklikeahorse.org	4/21/2009
Q: When my now 3 year old mare was a yearling, a judge flipped a clip board at her as she was passing ... A: Well you obviously have not read my web site or any of my answers. Lip chains, stud chains, nose ...
2 year old filly: www.thinklikeahorse.org	4/19/2009
Q: what are the first few ground working methods i should applie to my filly? i have got her leading ... A: Not sure if you mean run away and get free or run around a small area while you still have rope. ...
5 1/2 year old Appaloosa mare: www.thinklikeahorse.org	4/18/2009
Q: My daughter, age 16, owns a young 5 1/2 Appaloosa mare. I am 51. The mare has been trained and has ... A: This could be an easy fix, but now the horse has learned that it gets taps and stings so it thinks ...
Horse testing me: Rick Gore Horsemanship, www.thinklikeahorse.org	4/18/2009
Q: Age: 17 Horse Experience: 6 years hunter/jumper/equitation along with some western. I am not an ... A: I like Parelli, think he has good programs, but I can't afford to own them so I only know from ...
Horse testing me: Rick Gore Horsemanship, www.thinklikeahorse.org	4/15/2009
Q: Age: 17 Horse Experience: 6 years hunter/jumper/equitation along with some western. I am not an ... A: Puppy dog horses are more dangerous than a wild horse. They have become so comfortable with people ...
Bucking: www.thinklikeahorse.org Rick Gore	4/14/2009
Q: i am 24 years old, i have had my own horses since i was 9, they have all been backed but i have ... A: It sounds like the horse is either confused or does not respect you. Either way you need to spend ...
pig horse/ nervous rider: Rick Gore Horsemanship; www.thinklikeahorse.org	4/14/2009
Q: I have a 17.2hh TB gelding who is 11yrs old who was normally very quiet but I had a bad accident ... A: You asked a question and asked for my opinion. Now you don't like the answer and now want to make ...
HORSE RUNNING: Rick Gore Horsemanship; www.thinklikeahorse.org	4/13/2009
Q: I am 27 years old and am an intermediate rider. I have a 9 and 7 year old Tennessee Walking Horse. ... A: First you need to realize that bits do not stop or control horses, they cause pain and fear and make ...
horse trailering: Rick Gore Horsemanship; www.thinklikeahorse.org	4/13/2009
Q: I am 52 years old this is my granddaughters quarter horse mare 7years old the horse was brought to ... A: You are teaching very bad lessons. Every time you TRY and load this horse and fail, you teach the ...
pig horse/ nervous rider: Rick Gore Horsemanship; www.thinklikeahorse.org	4/13/2009
Q: I have a 17.2hh TB gelding who is 11yrs old who was normally very quiet but I had a bad accident ... A: Fear is a bad thing with horses. Horse's know what is going to happen before it happens. They know ...
silly little arab: www.thinklikeahorse.org	4/12/2009
Q: My name is Sarah, and I am 27 years old. I have owned horses all my life with a short sebatical ... A: Well it sounds like a great horse, so I would sweat his leaps. I think you need to try and connect ...
bucking/kicking 12.3h pony gelding: www.thinklikeahorse.org	4/12/2009
Q: he used to get along with other horses or pony but now we cant put him in with any other ... A: All horses fight,buck and kick, this is normal horse behavior. All horse appear not to get a long ...
donkey biting: www.thinklikeahorse.org	4/11/2009
Q: I have a rescue donkey she is 30yrs young, i hve only had her for 4 weeks.When I go into the paddock ... A: I sounds like she is being disrespectful and threatening. All bad, I would try and move her a bit, ...
Arab/Quarter herd bound: Rick Gore, www.thinklikeahorse.org	4/11/2009
Q: I am 35 yrs old with very little experience with horses however my friend has experience with them ... A: All horses are dangerous and are more dangerous with people that know know what they are doing. All ...
Rick Gore, Think Like a Horse, www.thinklikeahorse.org: Retraining young gelding not to strike	4/10/2009
Q: I've loved horses all my life but only been able to ride once or so a year most my life. About 6 ... A: Re homing or getting rid of a horse is not necessarily bad, I see this done a lot from a lack of ...
Rick Gore, Think Like a Horse, www.thinklikeahorse.org: Retraining young gelding not to strike	4/10/2009
Q: I've loved horses all my life but only been able to ride once or so a year most my life. About 6 ... A: Get tougher! You like many who get into horses later in life, think that horses are cute, nice, ...
calm horse becomes crazy: Rick Gore horsemanship; www.thinklikeahorse.org	4/9/2009
Q: I am 28 years old, I have been riding for 22 years. I have a three day eventing background as well ... A: I think they went way too fast and the horse was confused, frustrated and could not find release. ...
Bosal - with regard to the weight of the rein: www.thinklikeahorse.com	4/8/2009
Q: I read your response to Bosal vs. Snaffle and I got a lot out of your answer. My question is a bit ... A: You would not want real heavy rope, but most cotton is fine. I use cotton and I use Sail Rope from ...
kicking out under saddle: www.thinklikeahorse.org	4/7/2009
Q: I'm 41 yrs old with 3 yrs. experience around horses. I have read on natural horsemanship and been ... A: Well I think you are very lucky you did not get throw or hurt. Never believe anything someone tells ...
quarter horse won't eat with a grazing muzzle: www.thinklikeahorse.org	4/7/2009
Q: ) He lives with three other horses who are able to "free graze" and Logan has a best friends ... A: Not sure what type of muzzle you have, but by taking it off several time you taught the horse that ...
Barrel Mare To Hyper: www.thinklikeahorse.org	4/7/2009
Q: I have a problem with my barrel mare that I need help with, to start with though, I'll give you all ... A: Well I agree with quit barrels, most all barrel racers get this way, it is a bad sport for teaching ...
NH training a mare: www.thinklikeahorse.org	4/6/2009
Q: WHAT IS YOUR AGE: 20 WHAT IS YOUR HORSE EXPERIENCE: Been riding since I was seven, owned a horse but ... A: I would slow down, remember this horse has been alone, neglected and has learned that people just ...
My Horse is Jealous: Rick Gore Horsemanship; www.thinklikeahorse.org	4/6/2009
Q: My mare gets extremly jealous if I talk to someone let alone pet another horse or give them a treat. ... A: What you see as jealous, I see as dominance. If a horse feels the need to protect you then I think ...
Behavior and Tripping Issues with Percheron: www.thinklikeahorse.org	4/6/2009
Q: I acquired my approx. 12 -13 yr old 18h percheron gelding 7 months ago and have had him at a ... A: I believe no horse is past help. You want to focus on the horse as the issue, I normally focus on ...
fear of & nervous around moving vehicles: www.thinklikeahorse.org	4/5/2009
Q: I am a 51 year old woman who grew up with horses ; always loved to ride... been away from it far too ... A: Since I believe that most horse problems are caused by people, I normally go there first. You say ...
suddenly sour horse: www.thinklikeahorse.org	4/4/2009
Q: I purchased my first horse in January of this year. She is 7 years old appendix and I bought her ... A: My first thought when I was reading was what your trainer said about you are irritating or picking ...
donkey biting: www.thinklikeahorse.org	4/2/2009
Q: I have a rescue donkey (jenny) who is 30 yrs young.. I have only had her for 3 weeks.. very thin but ... A: Well, I do not think she is playing, I have not worked with donkeys but this still seems like a ...
Behavior/Fear ?: www.thinklikeahorse.org	4/1/2009
Q: I am an over 40, Equestrian ranch manager with an eight year old, stabled, Alpha, Appaloosa mare. I ... A: Well, I agree with you about the dancing crap that is just another form of abuse. I still believe ...
Mare will not go over any poles: www.thinklikeahorse.org	4/1/2009
Q: My mare aged 6 years old, she will not go over poles, I've done a lot of ground work with her, she ... A: Don't use pain or force, make it the horse's idea and help the get over the fear and don't use pain ...
Bitting: www.thinklikeahorse.org	4/1/2009
Q: I am boarding a friend's horse because she has not other place to board it. Yesterday he pitched a ... A: Tell her she is being too rough and not understanding. Tell her she is causing the problems and let ...
rearing and biting: www.thinklikeahorse.org	3/31/2009
Q: I have a 2yr. old stud. Have had him since he was 9 mos. old, he is halter broke and ready to put on ... A: This horse is only two, I don't think he is a stud until four or five, he is acting like any two ...
Bella: www.thinklikeahorse.org	3/30/2009
Q: I have an 8 year old mare, TWH named Bella. She is a beautiful mare and is very sweet. We purchased ... A: Sounds like your daughter is smarter than you. I absolutely think you should not be riding this ...
spoiled/badmanners/herd mentality: www.thinklikeahorse.org	3/30/2009
Q: Hey Rick, I'm hoping you can help me. I'm 44-years old, I grew up with horses because my ... A: lol, pretty sure you are not going to like my answer, but I will give it to you. Growing up in ...
Head Slinging: www.thinklikeahorse.org	3/29/2009
Q: We own a 4 1/2 year old gelding that is half Tennessee Walking Horse and half Peruvian Paso. He is ... A: A tom bit is the worst bit out there, it is very painful and confusing to a horse. Head tossing is ...
Hard to catch: www.thinklikeahorse.org	3/29/2009
Q: I am a 42 male. Ranch raised. Have had horses all my life. Mostly working and Team Roping. I have ... A: If he has gotten harder to catch since you had him, then you are doing something to cause it, figure ...
High Strung Mare: www.thinklikeahorse.org	3/27/2009
Q: I'm 17 and I've been working with horses since I was 13 I started breaking horses in about November. ... A: The horse is young and has bad experiences with people, he will take lots of understanding. He runs ...
bridaling: www.thinklikeahorse.org	3/26/2009
Q: hey rick, thanks for your time. i am 34 years old. i have basically no horse experience as far as, ... A: You said you are not experienced, this horse knows this, how? you have taught him, since you don't ...
Fighting Geldings: www.thinklikeahorse.org	3/24/2009
Q: We have 2 geldings that have been together since they were born, and as colts has always got on very ... A: This normal herd behavior and you have make it worse by trying to help. By moving them out and in ...
Getting a halter on: www.thinklikeahorse.org	3/23/2009
Q: He then sometimes walks off and then comes back again for some more. My difficulty is that i cannot ... A: Horses know what is going to happen before it happens, so you are changing your body and behavior ...
bosal...bosal ..bosal ??: www.thinklikeahorse.org	3/22/2009
Q: ..Titus is my 3yr old 1/2 Arab pinto ..I am 41 worked with horses from the age of 10..in the ... A: Most of my advice deals with what we do as riders that cause the problems. Since you are the only ...
new colt: www.thinklikeahorse.org	3/21/2009
Q: we took in a baby colt from a friend who was having trouble feeding his horses after an accident he ... A: Learn more about horses so you can understand horses better. This horse is being normal, since you ...
Horse behavior issues: www.thinklikeahorse.org	3/21/2009
Q: (Sorry if this is too much information –just wanted to make sure you have a really complete view of ... A: Well you are very detailed in your information and I wonder if you are the same way with your horse. ...
Catching and halter problems: www.thinklikeahorse.org	3/20/2009
Q: I purchased an 8 year old team roping horse this past fall. I was told he was hard to catch in a ... A: I agree, Ray would not agree with that. You said you want the horse back that you had, which ...
You were right! : thinklikeahorse.org	3/20/2009
Q: Since you don't allow ratings, the next best thing is to tell you how right you were. My Paso Fino ... A: Being right is not my goal, helping horses get a better deal is why I do this. I really did ...
gelded horse: www.thinklikeahorse.org	3/19/2009
Q: he has recently started acting strange when i come around him making stud like noises and erecting. ... A: Not what I would call normal, but may be normal for your guy. I would make sure he was gelded and ...
sitting down while i'm on her back: www.thinklikeahorse.org	3/19/2009
Q: I am 59 and have a 6 yr old quarter mare, she has the most wonderful disposition and is extremely ... A: Its sounds like you rode her too much and too hard too fast. You said she had not been ridden and ...
Getting my horse to stay in the trailer: www.thinklikeahorse.org	3/18/2009
Q: WHAT IS YOUR AGE:52 WHAT IS YOUR HORSE EXPERIENCE:4 years WHAT HAVE YOU DONE TO FIX PROBLEM: Lots ... A: Like most horse problems, people normally cause them. When you get better your horse gets better. ...
hack/bit: www.thinklikeahorse.org	3/18/2009
Q: My 5year old mare has always seemed to fuss with the bit it is not constant but fairly consistent, I ... A: I am a big anti Tom Thumb bit, here is a link to a good article on that bit the explains how bad it ...
aggressiveness in pen: www.thinklikeahorse.org	3/17/2009
Q: I am 45 and have horses for 16 years.I have a 5 year old, gelded at 8 months paint.I bonded with him ... A: We always cause the problems, horses are just horses. As for why he comes to stall, maybe mental ...
aggressiveness in pen: www.thinklikeahorse.org	3/17/2009
Q: I am 45 and have horses for 16 years.I have a 5 year old, gelded at 8 months paint.I bonded with him ... A: I also know it is hard to accept that you may be the cause of the problem. Unless you are spending ...
Halting: www.thinklikeahorse.org	3/17/2009
Q: this is my only problem with him. I've tried a few different ways of asking him to stop such as ... A: It has to be that he is confused or does not know what you want, since he is so good at other ...
aggressiveness in pen: www.thinklikeahorse.org	3/17/2009
Q: I am 45 and have horses for 16 years.I have a 5 year old, gelded at 8 months paint.I bonded with him ... A: Sounds like he is stall sour and has become protective and aggressive from being locked up without ...
Bit vs Bosal: www.thinklikeahorse.org	3/15/2009
Q: I'm 56 yo. I have an Arabian gelding that hates anything in his mouth . I am going to try a bosal to ... A: I ask this question all the time. In to old ways, a bosal was a start to move to a bridle horse, so ...
untouched 3 yr old: www.thinklikeahorse.org	3/15/2009
Q: I have got a 3 yr old new forest filly no one wanted her she is untouched i have put her in a big ... A: Horses rear from pressure and they are looking for release or they are trying to make them self ...
mean haflinger: www.thinklikeahorse.org	3/14/2009
Q: Iam 63 years old.I have always loved horses. I have a 8 year old haflinger that I have had for 6 ... A: If he respects you he will not kick at you, you can pull his head to his butt which makes his butt ...
changing horse's environment: www.thinklikeahorse.org	3/14/2009
Q: I am 53, been owner & rider for about 3yrs. My horse is 12yrs old, was stalled with a run and let ... A: Still a lot of unknowns, the behavior sounds lack of respect issues, he is not seeing you as a ...
changing horse's environment: www.thinklikeahorse.org	3/13/2009
Q: I am 53, been owner & rider for about 3yrs. My horse is 12yrs old, was stalled with a run and let ... A: Well it is hard to say, if he is alone then I would say that is problem, if you are spending less ...
mean haflinger: www.thinklikeahorse.org	3/13/2009
Q: Iam 63 years old.I have always loved horses. I have a 8 year old haflinger that I have had for 6 ... A: This horse is not mean, so don't call it that when you try and sell it. It needs time and ...
aggressive gelding: www.thinklikeahorse.org	3/12/2009
Q: Age, 30 years. We have a very calm mixed herd of 15 horses at my yard. A new gelding has just moved ... A: I can not tell how long it will last, it will stop. And as I have said many times, the more people ...
aggressive gelding: www.thinklikeahorse.org	3/12/2009
Q: Age, 30 years. We have a very calm mixed herd of 15 horses at my yard. A new gelding has just moved ... A: yes he will calm down if you stop pulling him out. I agree with owner, this is normal herd ...
mares, geldings, recent gelded stallion: www.thinklikeahorse.org	3/12/2009
Q: I am 53, as all girls, dreamed of my own horse, took western lessons 3 yrs ago, bought my then, 9 yr ... A: Welcome to the horse world, it is full conflicting info, some good, some bad, some right, some ...
catching my horse: www.thinklikeahorse.org	3/12/2009
Q: I bought a fell pony 5 weeks ago and was assured that easy to catch, traffic etc, however the first ... A: Well this could be many issues, how much time you spend, what you do when with him, how recent do ...
Draft and training: www.thinklikeahorse.org	3/12/2009
Q: Rick, I am 49yrs. old and run a boarding stable in liberty hill tx. I have a friend who has a ... A: Yea Texas... I sure do miss that state and hope to get back there some day. I love drafts, they tend ...
Starting How I Mean To Go On: www.thinklikeahorsel.org	3/12/2009
Q: Firstly can I just say I have spent the afternoon reading your website and information and I am ... A: Perfect! you answered your own questions. That was easy :) Horses are very adaptable, they want ...
loping problems: www.thinklikeahorse.org Rick Gore Horsemanship	3/11/2009
Q: I have a 7 yr old APHA gelding I got a 2 years ago.He was in very bad shape and very little ... A: Well it could be lots of things, he may not like to work, he may have aches and pains that a vet ...
Meanness? www.thinklikeahorse.org Rick Gore Horsemanship	3/11/2009
Q: Im 49 been around horses for 15 + years - love them much more than most people - haha. My boy Cody ... A: Yes, I think this was caused by locking him up alone. A horse needs a herd for disciple, structure, ...
Bucking Mare: www.thinklikeahorse.org	3/10/2009
Q: I have recently rescued a TB MARE. Who had serious behaviour problems and had no manners in the ... A: I have a section on bucking on my site. You have to show this horse that when it bucks when you ...
mean haflinger: www.thinklikeahorse.org	3/10/2009
Q: Iam 63 years old.I have always loved horses. I have a 8 year old haflinger that I have had for 6 ... A: Well I would rather disappoint your daughter then get her hurt or killed on her wedding day. If you ...
walk straight into a canter: www.thinklikeahorse.org	3/10/2009
Q: I am 50yrs old, have ridden all my life and have just bought a 7-yr old mare. She is with other ... A: Only you can help this horse. She will trot when she gets tried of running and when you put enough ...
biting and threatening to kick: www.thinklikeahorse.org	3/9/2009
Q: we have just bought a 13,1 pony from gypsys who said that he is 100 per cent with everthing you ask ... A: This is a you problem and not the horse. You are allowing this horse to do this behavior. If a ...
working with a horse who pins his ears: www.thinklikeahorse.org	3/9/2009
Q: Rick, I am 50,horses all my life,have successfully started a few horses,I recently bought a 4 yr.old ... A: Look, I always get additional information after I try and answer a question and it is irritating and ...
working with a horse who pins his ears: www.thinklikeahorse.org	3/9/2009
Q: Rick, I am 50,horses all my life,have successfully started a few horses,I recently bought a 4 yr.old ... A: Well I like your last questions "what am I doing wrong". I am a firm believer that most horse ...
Miniature Stud horse: www.thinklikeahorse.org	3/8/2009
Q: How do I know I have a "DUD" in this 8 year old miniature stud horse I bought for $2500.00 in ... A: Well not sure, but he could have been kicked, he could have been with other dominant studs that beat ...
food issues: www.thinklikeahorse.org Rick Gore	3/8/2009
Q: I am a 42 year old female. I have had horses on and off since I was 20. I purchased a horse 2 ... A: This is not a food issue. The horse knows you are scared of him, he is pushing you and winning so ...
Scared Pony: www.thinklikeahorse.org	3/8/2009
Q: I am 12yrs old, I have been riding since I was 7. My mum owned horses as a girl and young woman. The ... A: Your horse is just being a horse. He needs other horses to feel safe, that is how all horses are. ...
untouched 3 yr old: www.thinklikeahorse.org	3/8/2009
Q: I have got a 3 yr old new forest filly no one wanted her she is untouched i have put her in a big ... A: It sounds like you are doing ok. I would just be aware that you have see things as the horse sees ...
Stud Colt: www.thinklikeahorse.org	3/6/2009
Q: I am a 37 year old female, horse experience since i was 4, just never have owned a stud, the horse ... A: The horse does not have a biting problem. It has a people problem that don't know how to handle ...
Horse behavior on the trail: www.thinklikeahorse.org	3/6/2009
Q: I puchased a 6 y/o thoroughbred gelding who has never been raced on (only trail ridden) Jan. 1st. We ... A: Don't let him spin, make him face the other horse and make him back up when he tries this and keep ...
Aggressive TB: www.thinklikeahorse.org	3/4/2009
Q: I have a 13 year old TB that I have owned now for about 6 years. Ever since I got him he has always ... A: By ignoring it for so long you have taught him that it is OK, now you will have untrain this and it ...
introducing a new horse: www.thinklikeahorse.org	3/4/2009
Q: I am 40 years old and just got my 1st horse last year. He is a 6yr old Tennessee Walker gelding. I ... A: Don't lock them up and don't do anything, let the herd work it out, this normal, anytime a new horse ...
TONGUE: www.thinklikeahorse.org	3/2/2009
Q: I HAVE AN ADVANCED DRESSAGE HORSE. HE IS STICKING HIS TONGUE OUT ON THE RIGHT SIDE .. WE ARE ... A: I am the wrong guy to ask about points, this could be from many different thing, I would first say ...
training a quarter horse stallion: www.thinklikeahorse.org	3/2/2009
Q: i just bought a 11 month old quarter horse stallion. he was totally green when i got him and i am ... A: This is not a stallion, he is colt, don't treat or think of him as a stallion, treat him like any ...
Nipping and biting: www.thinklikeahrose.org	3/1/2009
Q: I'm 54 years of age and have 12 years of horse experience. I have 4 horses who are together in their ... A: First thing is get rid of the stud chain, chains and horses don't mix and it only makes a horse mad ...
Nipping and biting: www.thinklikeahrose.org	3/1/2009
Q: I'm 54 years of age and have 12 years of horse experience. I have 4 horses who are together in their ... A: You did not tell me how old this horse is, younger horses tend to nip more sometimes in play or ...
Biting and Charging not leaving stall: www.thinklikeahorse.org	2/27/2009
Q: I have a 21 month old stud colt I haven't had any serious problems with him until this morning. I ... A: Well it sounds like a mess and you have set him up for failure, you put in a place where he gets ...
Biting and Charging: www.thinklikeahorse.org	2/27/2009
Q: I have a 21 month old stud colt I haven't had any serious problems with him until this morning. I ... A: I get a hundred questions that always want to tell me I should be nicer and that my horse is perfect ...
My bucking horse.: www.thinklikeahorse.org	2/26/2009
Q: Hey rick, okay well, i have a problem. I am 13 years old and i have been riding for 6 years. My ... A: Anytime you leave a horse for time you lose your position. This horse does not see you as part of ...
horse striking out: www.thinklikeahorse.org	2/26/2009
Q: Last year I traded my gelding for a mare because my friend's horse Dixie was hard to control when ... A: You are right it is you and not the horse. The fact that both her horses started doing the same ...
biting at the bit and tossing head: www.thinklikeahorse.org	2/26/2009
Q: I just bought a 6 year old Appaloosa cross gelding. He is a hunter jumper that has not been rode ... A: If he does not do it with a halter then it is the bit, any bit is only as hard as the hands holding ...
biting at the bit and tossing head: www.thinklikeahorse.org	2/26/2009
Q: I just bought a 6 year old Appaloosa cross gelding. He is a hunter jumper that has not been rode ... A: Not sure what you mean by snaffle with post on each side. If you are using a tom thumb, this is not ...
striking out: www.thinklikeahorse.org	2/25/2009
Q: I 44 years old, in november I bought a green 6 year old Appendix QTR gelding named Jake. He is one ... A: This is not a horse problem it is a people problem. The people leading him are the problem. This ...
Help!!!	2/23/2009
Q: I am 12 years old I've been riding sense I was 2.My mom taught me a little and the rest i learned on ... A: You have to be careful with horses that are not ridden all the time, they go back to their natural ...
rearing foal: www.thinklikeahorse.org	2/23/2009
Q: I just got a 9 month old foal about two months ago and everything is going great, but when I do ... A: If a horse is rearing you are causing it. It appears you have prepared this horse so it does not ...
Aging husband wants to ride a professional bucking horse: www.thinklikeahorse.org Rick Gore	2/23/2009
Q: Can a mare in her late teens ever be safe to ride who used to bite and kick people persistently, and ... A: Well this is definitely not a horse problem. Being retired Air Force, I have had my dealings with ...
Separation Problem: www.thinklikeahorse.org Rick Gore	2/22/2009
Q: I live in the UK and I have a 7 year old ex flat racer, English Thoroughbred, which I got from the ... A: Glad he has buddies, but not sure about rearing. Why would he rear if he can go forward, if you ...
Separation Problem: www.thinklikeahorse.org Rick Gore	2/22/2009
Q: I live in the UK and I have a 7 year old ex flat racer, English Thoroughbred, which I got from the ... A: Well there are always things you can do, it is if you are willing or able to. This horse has a ...
Biting and Charging: www.thinklikeahorse.org	2/21/2009
Q: I have a 21 month old stud colt I haven't had any serious problems with him until this morning. I ... A: This colt is not even two years old yet, he is just a horse. You are showing him that he is bigger ...
Retraining Classic Fino mare: www.thinklikeahorse.org Rick Gore	2/21/2009
Q: I'm 62, have trained several dozen horses, including several supposed outlaws. I may have finally ... A: This sounlds like a exception rather than a rule. You sound like you are doing some good things, ...
Spooky Arab Mare	2/20/2009
Q: I had sent you some previous questions about my mare and I am confused about your answers. I feel ... A: Not sure what you are talking about, I answer questions from the information provided. I speak from ...
Spooky arab mare: www.thinklikeahorse.org	2/19/2009
Q: I have a 10yr old grade arab mare. I took her as a rescue a year ago. I had horses as a kid and did ... A: Not sure if wrong is the right word. I would not get off when she acts that way or you teach her ...
My Mare: www.thinklikeahorse.org Rick Gore	2/18/2009
Q: I wanted to ask you a question concerning my mare. The previous summer, I barrel raced my mare, and ... A: If you want to feel insulted, I can not help that. You asked my opinion and from what you told me I ...
Stallion showing aggressiveness: www.thinklikeahorse.org	2/18/2009
Q: My name is Amber and I am 35 years old. I have owned horses and been involved with horses since I ... A: Add: I forgot to give you may standard "There is no place for Studs in today's times". Being a ...
grouchy off the track thoroughbred: www.thinklikeahorse.org	2/18/2009
Q: I am a 21 year old college student and have ridden and shown horses for most of my life. I ... A: First I would say you need to not call your horse names. Your horse is only a horse and any bad ...
Spooky arab mare: www.thinklikeahorse.org	2/18/2009
Q: I have a 10yr old grade arab mare. I took her as a rescue a year ago. I had horses as a kid and did ... A: Of course she is fixable. She is not broke, she is just a horse. All horse bite and all get bit, ...
HORSE BREAKS AND RUNS: www.thinklikeahorse.org Rick Gore	2/18/2009
Q: Another rider has started riding a horse I have, twice now during her warmup routine, immediately ... A: First a light tom thumb is like saying I saw a light elephant. The TT bit is one of the worst pain ...
Lameness in our teenage mare: www.thinklikeahorse.org	2/18/2009
Q: My husband and I just purchased a mare in her early to mid teens. She is lame in her right front ... A: The horse is in pain for many reasons, lack of foot care, lack of exercise and lack of muscle and ...
Spooky arab mare: www.thinklikeahorse.org	2/18/2009
Q: I have a 10yr old grade arab mare. I took her as a rescue a year ago. I had horses as a kid and did ... A: Well, I think the horse is getting tired as well. You can not expect to make progress with a rescue ...
My Mare: www.thinklikeahorse.org Rick Gore	2/17/2009
Q: I wanted to ask you a question concerning my mare. The previous summer, I barrel raced my mare, and ... A: It may be teeth, but I don't think so. I think this horse like most horses do not like barrel ...
can you help please?: www.thinklikeahorse.org	2/17/2009
Q: This isn't really a training question,but this is the closest catagory I could find.Last Tuesday I ... A: This is an eye thing. Horse have very different eyes than we do and they do not see like we do. ...
Colts Mixing with Older Geldings: www.thinklikeahorse.org	2/16/2009
Q: i have an 8 month old colt I've only had him a week. i also have 2 other horses a 16.2hh 9yo ... A: Deep mud is not good for them. When you say a herd I think open area and pasture, not a paddock. ...
Colts Mixing with Older Geldings	2/16/2009
Q: i have an 8 month old colt I've only had him a week. i also have 2 other horses a 16.2hh 9yo ... A: I am a firm believer that a horse needs a herd. A lone horse is miserable and develops emotional, ...
Strange Behaviour: www.thinklikeahorse.org	2/14/2009
Q: at my yard we have 10 horses, a mixed variety of mares and gelding of all ages and all sizes, they ... A: He is being a horse that is trying to test other horses and see if he can move up in the pecking ...
three year old: www.thinklikeahorse.org Rick Gore	2/14/2009
Q: in work, as a mustering horse. In New Zealand he would be called a "Bush Pony" I have purchased him ... A: Riding since two seems too young to me. I don't start until they three and then very light. A ...
horse lifting leg to is stomach when ridden: www.thinklikeahorse.org	2/13/2009
Q: i'm a 21yr old & i've had riding lessons for a couple of years. i bought my first horse 6 mnths ago ... A: It could be many things, my first thought is with inexperienced riders and new riders,they tend to ...
My horse is afraid of ropes and tries to kick me: www.thinklikeahorse.org	2/13/2009
Q: My horse Legacy is a year old and I've had a halter on him a few days after he was born. It took a ... A: This is not a bad horse in any way, he is just being a horse and is trying to move up over you in ...
Bucking: www.thinklikeahorse.org Rick Gore	2/12/2009
Q: I just got a 20yr old quarter horse. They told me he had been ridden before but hadnt been ridden in ... A: Well he may have a back injury, did you not say how much you weigh but if his back has a previous ...
My horse's behavior: www.thinklikeahorse.org Rick Gore	2/11/2009
Q: I just bought a 2 year old filly and she is a real sweetheart. Everytime she sees me she comes ... A: The more you are consistent and use your body to talk to your horse, it will know what you want by ...
Aggressive Field Behaviour: www.thinklikeahorse.org Rick Gore Horsemanship	2/10/2009
Q: My Age is 41, this is my first horse who I have had for 8 years, previously helped out at riding ... A: I am confused with all the horses, all your attempts to help and all the moving, so I am sure your ...
2 mares and a stallion: www.thinklikeahorse.org Rick Gore	2/10/2009
Q: Ok, I have a mare (mom) and a stallion (son) they have been together his whole life. He is about 15 ... A: Well it depends if you want babies, the Stud will breed both mares when they come into heat. ...
attitude: www.thinklikeahorse.org	2/8/2009
Q: Female, age 38 Ok, I know nothing about horses, frankly, their size scares me to death. However, I ... A: No, horses do not have egos, they are majesty and proud by nature. Care has a lot to do with the ...
Bits for Hunters: www.thinklikeahorse.org Rick Gore	2/8/2009
Q: I have a 4yr old arab/saddlebred that I show some of the time in hunter jumper and I m just starting ... A: Bits do not make horse stop and don't make them hard mouthed. People with hard hands make horses ...
follow-up on 7 yr. old Percheron: www.thinklikeahorse.org	2/7/2009
Q: Just a quick follow up on Liberty. I went to the farm and talked to the owners. They agreed to ... A: Hard to say on the blood, it could be just the exertion from his under used lungs and airway, could ...
tail chewers: www.thinklikeahorse.org Rick Gore	2/7/2009
Q: I got a young two year old gelding, but he likes to chew on the tails, I am wondering if there is ... A: All two year old's like to chew. They explore with their mouth and they don't know how to groom ...
7 yr. old Persheron (again): www.thinklikeahorse.org Rick Gore	2/6/2009
Q: again. Alison, 46, been w/horses most of my life. I knew my instinct about not sending Liberty to ... A: Well that is a tough one. You have to make a deal, put a deposit, buy a hotwire if they let you, ...
Underweight Percheron: www.thinklikeahorse.org Rick Gore horsemanship	2/6/2009
Q: I have recently acquired a Percheron that is underweight - I would say severely, but not critically. ... A: lol, you sound like you are doing a lot and it sounds like maybe too much. Your free choice hay ...
Recently acquired 7 yr. old Percheron: www.thinklikeahorse.org Rick Gore Horsemanship	2/6/2009
Q: My name is Alison, I'm 46, I've been around, worked with and ridden light horses for most of my ... A: Absolutley do not send any horse to Amish, they are rough and hard on horses and still believe in ...
My horse's behavior: www.thinklikeahorse.org Rick Gore	2/4/2009
Q: I just bought a 2 year old filly and she is a real sweetheart. Everytime she sees me she comes ... A: This is a lack of respect issue and is dangerous. She is teaching you that she is higher and will ...
Kicking other horses: www.thinklikeahorse.org	2/3/2009
Q: My horse kicks other horses out hunting if they come to near from behind.It doesn't kick otherwise ... A: You have to pay attention and prevent it rather than trying to correct it after it happens. Tie a ...
Colicky horse: www.thinklikeahorse.org	2/3/2009
Q: If you can even direct me to a vet who will help me, that would be great, none of the vets in my ... A: Well not sure I can help, sounds like you are doing some good things. Not too sure about the ...
Untouched 2 year old filly: www.thinklikeahorse.org Rick Gore	2/2/2009
Q: I have just gotten a gorgeous 2 year old Appendix which the breeder was too stupid or unqualified to ... A: Well first I would not separate her from her herd and friend. Horses need a herd, what you call ...
aggressive horse: www.thinklikeahrose.org	1/30/2009
Q: I have a 13 year old Palomino quarter horse. He was diagnosed with EPM a few years ago. He is fine ... A: I would say it is from lack of respect and he is not shown that he cannot do this to people. Often ...
3yr old Gelding Chewing: www.thinklikeahorse.org Rick Gore	1/30/2009
Q: 58M Advanced rider/trainer of 8 babies. Follows Tom Dorrance and Ray Hunt teaching. Ride every day ... A: Good looking horse, I like the blanket. I noticed in the picture you have nylon halter, when means ...
Very nervous younster: www.thinklikeahorse.org Rick Gore	1/30/2009
Q: WHAT IS YOUR AGE: 20 WHAT IS YOUR HORSE EXPERIENCE: medium level dressage rider WHAT HAVE YOU DONE ... A: All horses are a dream until you ask them to do something or put pressure on them. Forget what ...
1 1/2 year old colt: www.thinklikeahorse.org Rick Gore Horsemanship	1/30/2009
Q: I have intermediate experience in training horses. I have a 1 1/2 year old gelding. I have had him ... A: Yes, absolutely put him with the other horses all the time. They will teach him more in a day than ...
scared silly: www.thinklikeahorse.org Rick Gore Horsemanship	1/29/2009
Q: I am a 33 year old mom of 4 kids and 2 horses. We are new to horse ownership as of Christmas of ... A: All horses are scared, they are prey animals and are born with fear so they can stay alive. ...
older horse biting, herd behavior: www.thinklikeahorse.org	1/28/2009
Q: I am 46 years old, and have very little horse experience. I haven't done anything to fix problem, ... A: lol, see there you go wanting a quick answer and a fast fix, I explain this in detail on my site. ...
older horse biting, herd behavior: www.thinklikeahorse.org	1/28/2009
Q: I am 46 years old, and have very little horse experience. I haven't done anything to fix problem, ... A: How long have they been together? How big is the area? Feed in the middle of the pasture with ...
problem with bucking: www.thinklikeahorse.org Rick Gore Horsemanship	1/28/2009
Q: I bought my horse, 8 years old this month according to my horse dentist, she is 14.2 and liver ... A: First, your dream means nothing to the horse. Your horse wants understanding. You need to ...
Skittish Colt: www.thinklikeahorse.org Rick Gore	1/28/2009
Q: I just bought a 7 month old colt yesterday, when the men that delivered him to us got here and ... A: All young horses bite or nip, they are just testing to see if it ok, don't lecture him, just bop, ...
Skittish Colt: www.thinklikeahorse.org Rick Gore	1/27/2009
Q: I just bought a 7 month old colt yesterday, when the men that delivered him to us got here and ... A: You have educate yourself on natural horsemanship and really understand how horses think. He is ...
TB mare: www.thinklikeahorse.org Rick Gore	1/26/2009
Q: I have a TB mare age 7 that I got unbroke at age 6. She is only 15 hands barely. when I take here ... A: Sounds like you are wearing her out. She is telling you she is scared, she may have had a bad ...
Anxious then defiant horse: www.thinklikeahorse.org Rick Gore	1/25/2009
Q: I have a horse from an equine shelter that I adopted 6 months or so ago. I sent him to a ... A: As always my opinion is based only on what you tell. The trainer that worked with him should be ...
frightened horse behavior: www.thinklikeahorse.org	1/25/2009
Q: We had a horse that was shot and killed and ended up 150 yards or more off our property behind a ... A: This is hard to say but normally a horse will not from comfort, they normally go towards safety and ...
riding on trails: www.thinklikeahorse.org Rick Gore	1/24/2009
Q: My name is Jen, I am 43, I have had Sassy for 5 years, Sassy is the only horse (with 2 goats), she ... A: Horses are not brats, mean or stubborn. Those are human terms that people want to put on horses. ...
training a very nervous colt: www.thinklikeahorse.org Rick Gore	1/24/2009
Q: would like some advise on how to catch him and ease his nerves when being approached. i have tried ... A: Stop trying to catch him. Just sit with him, read a book with him, let him get curious and come to ...
Biting Butt: www.thinklikeahorse.org Rick Gore	1/21/2009
Q: I have 3 horses and 1 pony and we recently had a 4th horse (not quite a year old) introduced into ... A: No don't separate them. The horse getting bit can run away and is choosing not to, it could kick or ...
backing up: www.thinklikeahorse.org Rick Gore Horsemanship	1/21/2009
Q: I have a warmblood who has a very strong but fun personality. I received a call from my trainer ... A: When horses develop problems or issues as we call them, they are normally caused by the person ...
Tongue Flapping: www.thinklikeahorse.org	1/19/2009
Q: I'm sure you call it something else; however, my 14 over/over TWH uses a Tom Thumb right now, but ... A: This question was sent to the question pool since no one wanted to answer it. I have attached a ...
Licking Colt: www.thinklikeahorse.org Rick Gore horsemanship	1/17/2009
Q: Age: 16 Horse experience: Roughly three years Fix the problem: nothing yet kept in paddock with one ... A: Licking is not bad, my young horse does this as well, especially when I am sweaty, he likes the ...
bucking: www.thinklikeahorse.org Rick Gore	1/16/2009
Q: I am a 52 yr. old grandmother. I have ben around horses all my life and have ridden almost ... A: Easy Sparky!, if you read your email you said you had been around horses your entire life and have ...
bucking: www.thinklikeahorse.org Rick Gore	1/15/2009
Q: I am a 52 yr. old grandmother. I have ben around horses all my life and have ridden almost ... A: Sorry I call the he in the email and then saw it was a mare, so forget the he she part. :) Well, I ...
mare won't come out of stall: www.thinklikeahorse.org Rick Gore	1/14/2009
Q: I am a 55 yr old with not alot of horse experience,my problem is I acquired a 7 yr old ex race horse ... A: STOP scaring your horse. She is in a new place, has been abused and neglected by race horse people ...
Horse flipping out in the evening: www.thinklikeahorse.org Rick Gore	1/14/2009
Q: Ok, I need help with a situation I've been having with my 5 year old Mare who is usually really laid ... A: First, you need to be with your horse more during this time so you can see it for your self. If my ...
mustang: www.thinklikeahorse.org Rick Gore Horsemanship	1/13/2009
Q: We have a 2 year old mustang. She has been with us for over a year and a half. How can we train her ... A: You are right she is growing up, you should have been teaching this for the past year or so. As she ...
kicking: www.thinklikeahorse.org Rick Gore	1/12/2009
Q: I have a mare who was not socialized before I got her and she kicks at other horses – she has a ... A: Well you have a few options. You can ring a bell every time you feed and the horses will learn to ...
Rearing and bucking weanling: www.thinklikeahorse.org	1/10/2009
Q: I bought a 5 month old weanling (she is now 9 1/2 months old). When I bought her I kept her at a ... A: Well you want a horse and a horse wants other horses. Keeping this horse by itself will make her ...
Bucking when pushed: www.thinklikeahorse.org Rick Gore	1/9/2009
Q: My quarter horse skip is a 9 year old and has been with me since he was 3 years old. I use him to ... A: From what you told me the horse is smart and is doing what horses do. He is telling you that he ...
I feel like giving up! www.thinklikeahorse.org Rick Gore	1/8/2009
Q: I am 35 years old and had exposure to ponies from a young age including owning my own until the age ... A: Well you story is too often heard. You are why the statistics say 80% of all new horse owners get ...
biting: www.thinklikeahorse.org Rick Gore	1/7/2009
Q: I am 70 years old I have a 17 yr old arab andalusian that I have had since birth. I bred her to ... A: He is in his terrible twos, you have let him know now that his behavior is unacceptable. I would ...
winter behavior problem: www.thinklikeahorse.org Rick Gore	1/6/2009
Q: I just bought a 5 year old very sweet trail horse whom I knew from the barn where I was leasing ... A: Since the problem just started either you caused it or others are lying to you and not telling you ...
Respect: www.thinklikeahorse.org Rick Gore	1/5/2009
Q: I am 47 my daughter is 11. We have been equestrians for almost 2 years. Our daughters ride 3-4 times ... A: Hopefully you sold before the down slide and did not take it in the shorts. :) I am envious that ...
Young mare stomps older gelding when he rolls: Rick Gore www.thinklikeahorse.org	1/5/2009
Q: I had a frightening experience yesterday in my pasture, one I hope to never repeat. We have 4 ... A: Well, you got me. I have never seen this or heard of this. Without knowing more about the herd ...
Join up: www.thinklikeahorse.org Rick Gore	1/5/2009
Q: I have recently started trying to join up with him in a round pen but he doesn't want to make ... A: Without seeing you I can't be for sure. But your horse is telling you that you are not ...
my horse: www.thinklikeahorse.org Rick Gore	1/4/2009
Q: I've spent alot of time bonding with my new horse before riding her. She seems to be very protective ... A: Well it depends. Right with horses is very subjective. Most people, including me, keep their ...
kicking horse: Rick Gore www.thinklikeahorse.org	1/4/2009
Q: We have had my daughters horse about 8 months he has kicked my daughter about 4 times and caught he ... A: I get a lot of this questions. I can't fix a horse over the email and don't want you to think I ...
Respect: www.thinklikeahorse.org Rick Gore	1/4/2009
Q: I am 47 my daughter is 11. We have been equestrians for almost 2 years. Our daughters ride 3-4 times ... A: Mike, you sent a second question and never opened it, maybe you put the wrong email, you can review ...
My horse is really nice, but she is spooky when I tie her: www.thinklikeahorse.org	1/3/2009
Q: I'm Kyla, 13 years old, almost 14. I have a pretty good expierence with horses, I'm average. Okay, ... A: First thing you need to do is understand horses better. All horses are spooky. That is how they ...
Horse - Stall/Saddling manners: Rick Gore www.thinklikeahorse.org	1/2/2009
Q: I am 50 years old, and have been around horses my whole life. I currently have 4 horses. The horse ... A: You will like my answer, but this is not a horse problem, this is a you issue. This horse is just ...
Our Paso Fino Geld not trusting men: www.thinklikeahorse.org Rick Gore	1/2/2009
Q: I'm 41, I've been training problem horses, and trained two of my own horses from the ground up. Just ... A: Horses normally don't trust sexes, they either trust or don't trust people. I have worked with many ...
Stopping a horse from flipping over: www.thinklikeahorse.org	1/2/2009
Q: I have a 3 year old American Saddlebred Mare that has unbelievable natural motion. She flips over ... A: This is a serious and dangerous problem. You did not provide the requested information that I ...
18 month old colt from the beginning: Rick Gore www.thinklikeahorse.org	12/30/2008
Q: I am 25 years old, 21 years riding, 10 years training but never started a colt from scratch. I am ... A: I have a section on my web site about horses that have not been handled. Lots of pressure and ...
Fear or trailer/loading following accident: Rick Gore www.thinklikeahorse.org	12/29/2008
Q: My horse had an accident in the trailer after becoming frightened when his front top window above ... A: Well I would agree that all horses hate trailers even if they go in and are good. All horses ...
my horse that i just got is 18 years old and has some very bad habits: www.thinklikeahorse.org Rick Gore	12/29/2008
Q: i aam 13 and i just got a very big appaloosa that is very pushy and when i took her out of her pen ... A: Your horse looks very sad. He had a good friend and now is alone. Horses need another horse to ...
Rearing: Rick Gore, www.thinklikeahorse.org	12/28/2008
Q: ive got a 4 year old newforest and she is such a sweetie, but in winter recently she has been ... A: First it is a young horse and does not know much. Rearing is a thing that is caused normally by ...
bucking tracking right at canter: Rick Gore www.thinklikeahorse.org	12/28/2008
Q: I am a 26 year old amatuer rider and I just purchased a 9yo T.B. gelding from a trainer that has ... A: Well I do not know what the riding experience was before the trainer or if this horse was just broke ...
ear pinning? Rick Gore www.thinklikeahorse.org	12/27/2008
Q: I am 46 years old. My horse is a coming 4 year old that I have known since birth. She has done a ... A: Well without seeing this first hand, it is hard to tell for sure. It may be a slight resistance ...
My Horse: www.thinklikeahorse.org	12/26/2008
Q: Hey Rick, i have had my horse for a little over a year now and he has always been really crabby. ... A: It sounds like your horse is telling he hates being stalled. I would say leave him out in pasture ...
Crazy Draft Horse: www.thinklikeahorse.org - Rick Gore	12/22/2008
Q: I recently bought a 7 year old Shire stallion. I've had him gelded and knew I was in for a long ... A: This question and answer is a perfect example of why people get hurt by horses and why horses get a ...
canter issues: www.thinklikeahorse.org	12/21/2008
Q: ive got a 4 year old pony mare who i bought at an auction.. she was broken to harness, i have now ... A: You have to teach her a canter cue when you are on the ground, like kiss, pressure, and say "Canter" ...
Behaviour problems: www.thinklikeahorse.org	12/21/2008
Q: I have a 9 year old, welsh cob. I am 28 and I have only been riding about 3 years.. I bought my ... A: If you don't mind it, then he is doing what you allow him to do. If you want him to stop, you have ...
How can I make my colt less spooky/have more trust/respect for me: www.thinklikeahorse.org	12/19/2008
Q: My name is Michaela, and I am 20 years old. I am not a novice I do have experience with horses. I ... A: Hey Michaela, this is a you issue and not the horse. You use terms like embarrassed, ungrateful, ...
Bucking while cantering: www.thinklikeahorse.org	12/18/2008
Q: I am a 26 yr old trainer. I am working with a 4 yr old large pony who was purchased at a auction ... A: Well most 4 yr olds are a little cold backed. Until they warm up they do not like to canter, so ...
my missouri fox trotter gelding: www.thinklikeahorse.org	12/18/2008
Q: i have a missouri fox trotter,hes 10 and he loves to be around other horses,so when i want to take ... A: All horses love other horses, they each other to feel safe. This is very normal. You need to make ...
Halter Training 3 Donkey's: www.thinklikeahorse.org	12/17/2008
Q: I have 3 Donkey's ranging from about 4 years to 7. I have only had these guys for a bout 8 weeks ... A: Since you have horses, are they kept together? Seeing you handle and halter your horses will them ...
Halter Training 3 Donkey's: www.thinklikeahorse.org	12/17/2008
Q: I have 3 Donkey's ranging from about 4 years to 7. I have only had these guys for a bout 8 weeks ... A: You have to stop thinking they are just pets. All horses need to be handled so you can doctor them ...
collecting": www.thinklikeahorse.org	12/17/2008
Q: I am 16, but I have many years of horse experience. My problem is that I have been teaching my 5 ... A: You need to get rib the bit completely until you teach her to give to pressure without pain. Use a ...
Behaviorial changes Agressiveness: www.thinklikeahorse.org	12/17/2008
Q: I have a 8 year old Zippo bred QH. I have owned him for 3 years. he has always been the prefect ... A: www.thinklikeahorse.org Rick Gore Hi Tricia, this is odd. I would not sell the horse, if anything ...
mare that strikes out: www.thinklikeahorse.org	12/16/2008
Q: I have a 7 yo mare that has started to rear her hind leg when she does not like something. I will ... A: Well that would depend on what you did to get her to start this. It is very easy to tell when a ...
Encouraging foal to walk on a lead: www.thinklikeahorse.org	12/16/2008
Q: I have a question about how to encourage a foal to walk quietly on a lead line. I have an 8 month ... A: No tips or tricks, just good horse knowledge and understanding of the horse. This horse is young, ...
previously abused mare: www.thinklikeahorse.org	12/15/2008
Q: I'm 19, and have been riding since I was 16. My first horse was a royal terror and i learned quickly ... A: All horses can be fixed after people have screwed them up, it will just take horse time. Horse time ...
SPOOKING: www.thinklikeahorse.org	12/13/2008
Q: I rode for ten years as a kid and looked after various horses throughout this period.after a ten ... A: All horses are spooky, it is how they stay alive in the wild and the spooky gene is passed on. The ...
4 year old mustang: www.thinklikeahorse.org	12/13/2008
Q: i just bought a green 4 year old mustang gelding name Rio.i know he needs work because he has not ... A: First I would say get rid of the chain, no horse needs a stud chain, it hurts, it does not create ...
Pulling Back: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	12/12/2008
Q: I have a hunter jumper that I purchased about one year ago. I was boarding him at a stable and he ... A: Well what you have done is taught him to pull. Every time you used a weak rope or snap or poor tie ...
Horse being headshy with bridle: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	12/10/2008
Q: age: 43 experience: 30 years problem: just started kept with other horses both Good Morning and ... A: I absolutely think this is an handling issue and human issue. If this person does not like QH and ...
horse in anxious when riding back to ranch: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	12/9/2008
Q: I am 63 ridden whole life in most disciplines, my horse is 4 and first year being ridden, she has ... A: This horse is 4, this is a tough age, she is coming of age and starting to be an adult. Taking ...
hard to catch colt: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	12/8/2008
Q: age:21 12 years experience we have two 8 month old colts one is fine and confident around humans and ... A: These guys are both young. The one that protects is dominant and thinks he is protecting the timid ...
kicking ex-race horse: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	12/8/2008
Q: I have a 12 yr old ex-race tb gelding who had been a perfect gent until recently. My problems ... A: I have to disagree with never buy a horse out of sympathy, it depends what you are buying for. If ...
Rearing: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	12/7/2008
Q: I own a 5yro chestnut mare, I know, not a good choice, but she has great breeding and a jump that ... A: but it is also not helpful. It does not matter to me or to your horse who your trainer is. I have ...
Rearing: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	12/6/2008
Q: I own a 5yro chestnut mare, I know, not a good choice, but she has great breeding and a jump that ... A: This is your problem and not the horses. Most rearing is caused by rough hands and someone being ...
kicking ex-race horse: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	12/6/2008
Q: I have a 12 yr old ex-race tb gelding who had been a perfect gent until recently. My problems ... A: If a horse is a herd never hit (kicked) another horse and if this horse just left when ever another ...
bringing down my horses head: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	12/5/2008
Q: I am a 48 year old women that has had horses for the last 17 years,and rode the same gelding all ... A: You can put a martingale on a bosal, I would not do that. Her head is high since she is getting ...
question about horse behavior: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	12/3/2008
Q: I am 37 years old and I just bought a Palamino QH about 3 months ago. He is with another horse in a ... A: Only you can help your horse. You do this by understanding him. He is treating you like a lower ...
Stubborn Or Scared? www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	12/2/2008
Q: me and my friend ride horses together. We both ride mares and my horse is very obedient and willing ... A: The horse may be scared since it can't see well, it may be in pain from getting old, sore back, sore ...
Miniature Horse walking in circles	12/1/2008
Q: I am 40+ and I have had miniature horses for 10 years. I have purchased a wealing colt (6 months ... A: This horse is stall crazy, he needs to put out in pasture with other horses so he has a job and is ...
previously abused horse won't let anyone pick up back feet: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	11/26/2008
Q: i and 27 years old, i have quite a bit of experience with horses. but with this issue I'm at a loss. ... A: I can only give you advice, unless you are in CA close to Sacramento and I could come see the horse. ...
Spooky Mare: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	11/26/2008
Q: however, I am not a trainer nor have I attempted to train an animal until recently. I am by no means ... A: I always look to the person for the problem and not the horse. I would tell you to try and be more ...
herd change: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	11/25/2008
Q: I am 59 and have been around horses all my life, my daughter has owned them for 25 years, I have ... A: When people try to save horses we make it worse. Put the horse back in the herd and stay out of it. ...
Difficult mare: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	11/25/2008
Q: I'm 40 yrs old and been riding since 6 yrs old.Chestnut mare kept in pasture with other horses. ... A: Well Catrin, this like most horse problems is a people problem. Don't worry about what she went ...
Teaching a horse to shake its head yes: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	11/23/2008
Q: I have read that in order to accomplish this one must use a nail or sharp object to act as a fly ... A: A horse shaking his head up and down is a natural action, some horses do when wanting a treat, some ...
Horse started biting: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	11/22/2008
Q: Alex is a 10 yr retired race horse (did not know this until found a lip tatoo). We have had him for ... A: I always tell people not to get caught up too much in a horse's past. Not sure what is going on or ...
problem chinching horse: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	11/22/2008
Q: Im 51 years old and have been around horses most my life. I bought my granddaughter a 6year old mare ... A: Well I can see you did not read my questions and provide the requested info that I need to give a ...
Buking and kikking: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	11/21/2008
Q: 4 year old straight egyptin i just bought him,rode him a few times 15 to 20 min.he is very sweet but ... A: It sounds like he is nervous and insecure so he is trying to act bigger to scare off any aggressor. ...
Trailer loading: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	11/19/2008
Q: I am 50 years old and have a lifetime experience with horses. I was given a 2 year old paint ... A: If you have to get him moved, a good open stock trailer works well to feed him and get him in. All ...
Nervous Horse: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	11/19/2008
Q: I have been training my friends Appaloosa gelding, but I am having a very hard time getting anywhere ... A: Jessica, I answered this question and you have never read the answer, maybe you typed you email ...
Nervous Horse: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	11/19/2008
Q: I have been training my friends Appaloosa gelding, but I am having a very hard time getting anywhere ... A: You sound worried and insecure in your question, you are trying to be too careful and not push him. ...
Trailer loading: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	11/18/2008
Q: I am 50 years old and have a lifetime experience with horses. I was given a 2 year old paint ... A: Every time you allowed him to run out in fear, you teach him that you are not the leader and that ...
depression or change in herd pecking order: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	11/17/2008
Q: I am 62 years old. I have had the joy to be with horses for many years. I have tried putting the old ... A: This sounds like an adjustment period. He has lost an old friend and now a new younger herd member ...
Putting horses in same corral: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	11/15/2008
Q: "I have an Appy 21 yrs and a QH 17 yrs. They have lived side by side (Divided by a fence) for about ... A: Just put them in and let them be. They will do fine, may fuss a bit, may chase but they will be ...
need help with my horse: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	11/15/2008
Q: I am 24 years old. I have little horse experience. I have a gelding that is around 10 yrs of age. He ... A: Sarah, a horse is never to old to learn, but people sometime are. The horse is not doing anything ...
handling weanlings: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	11/13/2008
Q: I'm 25 years old and have ridden and owned horse and ponies since being 5, i have just bought an 8 ... A: Glad to hear I could help. There are lots of good web sites out there and finding them are pretty ...
Stud Colt difficulties just surfacing: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	11/12/2008
Q: I'm 17, I've been around horses since I was 5 yrs old. My father used to rescue and re-train abuse ... A: The kicking and pinning and herding is all normal. If you understood horses better you see this and ...
handling weanlings: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	11/12/2008
Q: I'm 25 years old and have ridden and owned horse and ponies since being 5, i have just bought an 8 ... A: Well, first I would say get her with another horse. Just because she can see a horse, that does not ...
Stud Colt difficulties just surfacing: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	11/11/2008
Q: I'm 17, I've been around horses since I was 5 yrs old. My father used to rescue and re-train abuse ... A: I don't think he is reacting to smell, I think he is reacting to being locked up and only let out ...
Picking up feet: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	11/11/2008
Q: Sorry, I missed the info you needed. Here it is. I am 49, I have started a colt about 10 years ago ... A: I gave a short answer since people that don't provide the requested information normally don't even ...
saddle fit affecting attitude: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	11/11/2008
Q: 1. 47 2. 10 years, but still pretty green. 3. Argued with boyfriend repeatedly. 4. Pastured with a ... A: Well Kim, thanks for the smile. Like many things with horses, there are many ways, some better, ...
Head shy and won't hack out alone: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	11/10/2008
Q: I am truly grateful to find someone like you on the internet. About me: I'm 16 years old. I've had ... A: Ok you say you have 11 years of experience and you are 16. I am going to tell you that your horse ...
Not raising back feet to be cleaned: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	11/10/2008
Q: I just brought a horse home to try out for a week and he is a very nice horse. The only challenge ... A: Diane, you did not provide the requested info I asked for. This horse is not the problem. You are ...
donkey's affect on horses: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	11/10/2008
Q: A friend has purchased a young gelding donkey and has introduced him into a herd of horse geldings. ... A: I got this questions in the questions pool. This could be from many reasons, but I think it is a ...
trailer unloading: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	11/9/2008
Q: My problem is that my horse backs out too quickly from the trailer and smacks his head on the ... A: The horse is confused and scared. You need to set him up for success and slow down and make this ...
Starting a horse: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	11/8/2008
Q: I need some advice from a good horsemen. I am getting a yearling filly and I know it's kind of early ... A: some people do start at two, but three is better for light riding and starting, most horse's bones ...
foal: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	11/7/2008
Q: In august I was given a 2 1/2 month old orphaned foal.she was all bones and could barely stand. so ... A: You are right in a couple of areas. You have spoiled her. And being away from other horses is part ...
haltering: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	11/7/2008
Q: I'm 55 :) and have been working with horses for about 10 years. I rescued an arabian mare who is 4. ... A: Stop trying to put it on. This is a common error. She has good reason not to want one on. You ...
Problem Getting My Horse To Lunge	11/7/2008
Q: I am 40 years old, have purchased my first horse about two months ago, 12 year old Quarter Horse ... A: Hope you are not accepting that you cause every action from a horse. It is never the horse's fault, ...
Head Issues: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	11/7/2008
Q: I am 43 and have been riding for about 3 years. My horse is stalled with a HUGE paddock. My horse ... A: I am not the best person to ask this, so you may want another opinion. I don't think your horse has ...
Problem Getting My Horse To Lunge	11/7/2008
Q: I am 40 years old, have purchased my first horse about two months ago, 12 year old Quarter Horse ... A: Well you are right to think you are doing something wrong. Since it is never the horse's fault. ...
Graining Horses: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	11/6/2008
Q: I have a 15 yr old quarter horse gelding. He was boarded at a friends farm for years. First he was ... A: Well like many things in horses, IT DEPENDS?? The more you are around horses the more you learn ...
Change in Behavior: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	11/6/2008
Q: I have just purchased a very gentle older horse (16yrs old) Shy, and decided to purchase another (12 ... A: Please don's separate them. This is normal herd behavior and what you see is different than what ...
Pinning ears behavior: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	11/6/2008
Q: I have a 20yr old arab gelding (bought him when he was 3yrs old) who is developing a nasty habit of ... A: It depends? There are very few absolutes with horses. You have read and learn the horse. If a ...
Pinning ears behavior: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	11/5/2008
Q: I have a 20yr old arab gelding (bought him when he was 3yrs old) who is developing a nasty habit of ... A: You are looking at this guy as a dog. He is a prey animal and sees the world differently. He first ...
weanling biting and bucking at feeding: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	11/5/2008
Q: i have this 8 months old weanling that didnt have much connection with people until last couple ... A: You are causing this by being to easy on the horse. You have to understand horses better to ...
Can't figure him out?: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	11/4/2008
Q: I am 22 years old, owned horses my whole life, and have worked with numerous professionals, and ... A: Ok, as you know I can only guess and give you some ideas and suggestions, but it sounds like you are ...
Can't figure him out?: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	11/3/2008
Q: I am 22 years old, owned horses my whole life, and have worked with numerous professionals, and ... A: Wow, it sounds just like my mustang who is about 17. My guy will not buck, but he will run like the ...
Mistreated Gelding: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	11/3/2008
Q: I have just brought a 15.2, 7 yo gelding couple of days ago, I have no history on him, I brought him ... A: Well good for you for taking the guy, but be warned you have a long road ahead. This can take a ...
7yr mare w/behavioral issues: www.free/webs.com/horseawareness	11/2/2008
Q: my 7 yr old mare has changed she went from being a sweet ride and great attitude to a horrible ride ... A: Well Maria, I think you need to look to yourself for the answer and the problem. Horse just respond ...
Training possibly even RE-breaking my 9 Year Old Paint :)	11/2/2008
Q: not sure if you remember me, I was the one having problems with the horse that liked to eat ... A: Well anytime a horse is shaking with fear, the last thing you want to do is get on his back. Fear ...
stall kicking: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	11/2/2008
Q: My thoroughbred has been in pasture 24/7 for over 7 years; prior to that he was abused in a stall. ... A: He may hurt his hooves, he will hurt the walls, but I would rather see him in the pasture alone than ...
Pinning ears behavior: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	11/2/2008
Q: I have a 20yr old arab gelding (bought him when he was 3yrs old) who is developing a nasty habit of ... A: Since you have owned the horse for the 17 years, you have to try and figure out what is casing this. ...
fighting to bolt on lead: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	10/31/2008
Q: I'm not sure how to handle this situation. I'm at a new boarding stable that is currently not quite ... A: :) No I did not misread or skip the part, lots of people say they know it is there fault. Saying ...
fighting to bolt on lead: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	10/31/2008
Q: I'm not sure how to handle this situation. I'm at a new boarding stable that is currently not quite ... A: OK Carol, this horse's behavior is caused by you. Until you accept this as fact you can not fix it. ...
minatre horse: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	10/30/2008
Q: 18, i have been riding and grooming, looking after horses since i was 9. i have a miniature horse, ... A: A horse needs direction and not correction. You need to help him understand, you can't do that if ...
Bucking: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	10/29/2008
Q: 1 am 30 yrs old have little horse experiance and have a ten yr old mare realy tame good for farrier ... A: :), well if you kicked me while I was eating I may buck too. Lots of people seem to take personal ...
New mare: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	10/28/2008
Q: I am 36 years old, have had horses pretty much my whole life. I have tried not to let her scare me ... A: Chris, you are being too nice. That is why neither horse respects you, they see you as weak, easy, ...
"Cowkicking Mare": www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	10/28/2008
Q: I have a 12 year old QH mare. I am 38. She is pastured with a 8mth old filly and 8 year old QH Mare ... A: Tell your horse to stop kicking cows... :) Only kidding, you answered this yourself in your ...
Babault or Bebault's technique - horse relaxation: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	10/28/2008
Q: I have been training in Body Talk techniques which also has applications for animals, including ... A: I have not heard it called this but, I think I know what you are talking about. I am putting a link ...
Foal driving me mad: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	10/28/2008
Q: I have a nearly 5 month old filly who is going to be in the region of 16hh, so as you can imagine ... A: Kirsty, :) Your horse is being a horse, just like every other horse. It seems you don't understand ...
son's frightened pony: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	10/27/2008
Q: I bought a pony for my son aged ten who has been riding my 14.2 fell which is too big for him now ... A: A lot of this depends on how old your horse is, how much experience he has and the decision is up to ...
Why is my mare bucking?: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	10/27/2008
Q: My name is Delayna. I'm 18 years old. I have an 11 year old mare, who I bought a month ago. She has ... A: Bucking can be caused by lots of things, saddle pain, not being ridden enough, she may be testing ...
my horse: www.freewebs.com	10/27/2008
Q: I've spent alot of time bonding with my new horse before riding her. She seems to be very protective ... A: Horses are very protective of their herd. She sees you as her herd member and is protecting you and ...
horse bully redux: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	10/27/2008
Q: Rick, Thank you for your quick response to our question. I've decided to contact you again with more ... A: I added some additional info at the bottom of this answer. The additional information is always ...
agressive,trying to bite,being very dominant	10/26/2008
Q: had older horses when i was a teenager.i have a 2yr old gelding,ive had him since he was 6months,he ... A: Well, whatever books you have read must not have been about horse behavior. You, like many new ...
horse bully	10/26/2008
Q: We are a family of novice horse owners. Steve and I are in our 50's with 2 teenagers at home. We ... A: Don't do anything. This is normal horse behavior. Horses are not mean or a bully, they are horses ...
not standing still to mount: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	10/26/2008
Q: I own a 12 year old Lippizzaner mare who I am re training as she has not been ridden for ages. She ... A: Well Molly, I don't think she is fine being ridden, if she is doing this to you on the ground, then ...
rearing: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	10/25/2008
Q: I am 50 years old and my daughter is 21. we have been around horses for over 8 years and have ... A: Rearing is not a good thing and you must be doing something to cause this. I would think the horse ...
trailer loading: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	10/24/2008
Q: i just need your opinion on something before i do it. i am going to put my horse in the cattle ... A: This will work, but is not a good way in my opinion. It should not hurt, but since you are not ...
whips: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	10/23/2008
Q: i am 13 i am a novice i have tried stroking him with a small whip he is with other horses he i in ... A: what you are doing is called sacking out or de-sensitizing him to the whip. So you need to make the ...
stall boss: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	10/23/2008
Q: I am 48 years old .I adopted 2 Saddlebreds 3 months ago. The mare was the boss and now it`s the ... A: Grain is a big treat to horses so they get to like it and get possessive of it. You can grain them ...
Train a Horse to back up an Load	10/23/2008
Q: I'm 46 an have to two horses which are 2yrs 8 months had one sorrel broke which I'm jus getting him ... A: To load I think you are talking about trailer loading, I discuss this on my trailer loading page of ...
kicking with front leg: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	10/22/2008
Q: I have a 10 year old gelding with a great disposition, but one really bad habit. He has been waking ... A: :) well that sounds nice, with that additional information, I would say he is not wanting to be ...
stall boss: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	10/22/2008
Q: I am 48 years old .I adopted 2 Saddlebreds 3 months ago. The mare was the boss and now it`s the ... A: Your horses are being normal horses. People cage their horses up since they don't understand ...
kicking with front leg	10/22/2008
Q: I have a 10 year old gelding with a great disposition, but one really bad habit. He has been waking ... A: LMAO (laughing my a** off) This is so damn funny to me, thanks for the laugh. I am not laughing at ...
horse aggressive behavior: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	10/21/2008
Q: I bought a mare for my child 6 mths ago who is very aggressive toward other horses especially other ... A: This mare appears to be trying to establish dominance. This is normal horse behavior. You did not ...
MUSTANG - APPX 9 YRS - BEHAVIOR	10/20/2008
Q: I am adopting a mustang from a rescue center - he was beaten by his owner. Rescue has brought him ... A: Well, there are a few issues here. First make sure he is gelded? He may have had a testicle not ...
Nervous pannicky horse: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	10/20/2008
Q: I am 48. Have had several easy going horses over the past 25 years. I now have a 7 yr old mare who ... A: Well I normally say it is always our fault when a horse acts not in the way we want. Horses have ...
Stubborn 4 year old gelding: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	10/20/2008
Q: About four months ago I got a 4 year old, just retired (ex-pacer) standardbred gelding. Over the ... A: A four year old is still a very young horse. He is still maturing and will want to play and try out ...
spooky 5 year old: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	10/19/2008
Q: he is super in the stable and field and we have a great bond, problem is that when he is ridden in a ... A: All horses are spooky especially in low light places. In your school area sounds are different and ...
crazy behavior: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	10/17/2008
Q: I am 36, been riding for about 7 years, some hunters, currently dressage. 13 YO Tbred is pastured ... A: Well this is odd, but without seeing it or being there I can only guess what would cause this, my ...
My horse is scared of the barrles: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	10/16/2008
Q: Every time I go around the right barrel my horse rears up and bucks, he will not go past that ... A: Your horse is probably tired of being run to death about barrels and has not become sour toward ...
Horse bitting: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	10/14/2008
Q: I am a 59 year old female rider with 30 years of off and on again riding and horse ownership. I have ... A: I am probably the wrong person to ask this. I am not a fan of bits and especially don't like chains ...
horse: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	10/14/2008
Q: so i was wondering if it was true if a horse had lazy days were it just don't want to do any thing? ... A: Your horse is being a horse. Horses are called lazy since they use lots of energy when they move or ...
trailer loading: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	10/14/2008
Q: 19 is my age. horse experience average. my horse is with a another mare and one gelding in a ... A: Grain is only bad if you use it all the time and only use it. Using it to make a nervous horse feel ...
trailer loading: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	10/12/2008
Q: 19 is my age. horse experience average. my horse is with a another mare and one gelding in a ... A: I would not say you are going about this wrong. Right and wrong are sometimes relative to the ...
Introducing new horse to herd of 2	10/11/2008
Q: First thank you for being available for advice. I am 50 yrs old. I owned a horse at the age of 12 ... A: Read my herd behavior section on my horsemanship page. As long as you put food out in several ...
my horse is a bag of nerves!!!	10/11/2008
Q: ..any ideas...than you,bella A: Read my site about horses so you understand horses better. This horse is nervous and scared and ...
Mare's behavior: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	10/11/2008
Q: I have a retired 7 yr old tb mare. When she came off the track, she was at a professional breeding ... A: Yea I got one, why are separating them? Let them eat together. Horses need another horse to fell ...
training ex pacer: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	10/11/2008
Q: 7 y.o. expacer. Owned 2 years ridden for one.DOES NOT LIKE WOrk. rather cuddle. Anyway starting to ... A: You seem way too worried about leads, the horse knows how to pick up the correct lead. If your ...
Rearing / Buddy sour: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	10/11/2008
Q: I am 45 years old and have ridden most of my life. I recently aquired a 6 year old Appaloosa ... A: aghhhhhhhh, :) You have obviously not read my web site or you would not be telling me they you ...
Giving to the bit? www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	10/8/2008
Q: Age: 15 Horse Experience: riding since age 6 (lessons), helped re-train a moonblind ex-racer mare ... A: I discuss this on my site, I think it is on my horseman tips page. It is a lot to do with pressure ...
Giving to the bit? www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	10/7/2008
Q: Age: 15 Horse Experience: riding since age 6 (lessons), helped re-train a moonblind ex-racer mare ... A: Well I am glad you are saying this is your problem. I agree with you. If your horse is doing all ...
Custom Saddles: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	10/6/2008
Q: Rick, I am 47, my family and I have been into horses for 1 1/2 years. We have 11 acres a barn and 4 ... A: The good thing about cheap saddles is it will make her learn to ride any saddle and will improve her ...
Custom Saddles: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	10/6/2008
Q: Rick, I am 47, my family and I have been into horses for 1 1/2 years. We have 11 acres a barn and 4 ... A: Hey Mike, I am not up to date on these new and improved saddle developments. My knowledge is from ...
5mos old gypsy colt: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	10/5/2008
Q: i'm 51 had horse since i was 13 horse is alone goes out all day and is in stall all night i do ... A: My web site is like a short book, but has lots of info on horses. If you read it, you will find ...
how to train my horse to lope	10/4/2008
Q: I am 64 years old and have ridden all my life. My problem is I am not a trainer and have always ... A: Well I would not want to train a five year old at your age. Hell, I don' like when my four year old ...
Spooky Pony: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	10/3/2008
Q: I am 30. This is my first owned pony but have worked in a stables for 8 years when I was younger had ... A: You are still looking at the horse as having the problem of being caught. It is you. I could go ...
Spooky Pony: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	10/3/2008
Q: I am 30. This is my first owned pony but have worked in a stables for 8 years when I was younger had ... A: Glad I could help. My response was not meant to be hard, I am just direct and get to the point, I ...
So now what?: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	10/2/2008
Q: I have been around horses all my life, on them before I could walk, I have been in 4H and Pony Club. ... A: Well this horse is smart and not stubborn. I always tell people what ever name you call your horse, ...
kicking up: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	10/2/2008
Q: I have a 5 year old that I have been riding for since he was three. I sent him off to get him broke ... A: STOP kicking him. Horses don't like to be kicked no more than you do. You need to improve your ...
Spooky Pony: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	10/2/2008
Q: I am 30. This is my first owned pony but have worked in a stables for 8 years when I was younger ... A: Well Carrie, you have done what so many people do. You may think I am being hard on you, but I am ...
Horse riding: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	10/1/2008
Q: I am a junior in high school, and have owned and riden horses most of my life so far. In junior ... A: I have lots of info on my web site that will help you. Read my horse history page and it will ...
Standardbred: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	9/29/2008
Q: hey there, so i bought i standardbred mare in march her father was a racer (trotter) and her mother ... A: This horse was probably beat for going into a canter. Trotters are only allowed to trot, so this ...
reining: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	9/28/2008
Q: and thank you for reading this it means alot. Ok well about a year ago my brother got this gelding ... A: Reining? I think you are talking about the horse moving off the reins and following your directions ...
lunge line: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	9/27/2008
Q: I am 28. 2 weeks ago I had to put my horse, my buddy of 13 years down. I had just sold my other ... A: The horse is only two, don't be too rough on him with respect. You want him to see you as a strong ...
Donkey: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	9/24/2008
Q: I am 56 yrs. I have had horses over the past just for pleasure riding. I have purchased a 6 mo ... A: LOL, you took this way too personal, but that's ok, I know I was trying to provide information to ...
Donkey: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	9/24/2008
Q: I am 56 yrs. I have had horses over the past just for pleasure riding. I have purchased a 6 mo ... A: Brenda, this sounds like a disaster. My experience with a donkey is limited. However, they are ...
Bosal training: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	9/24/2008
Q: I loved your posted answer regarding the use of snaffles vs bosals, so I am a fan. I just bought a ... A: It sounds like you are doing good and the horse is responding well. It won't get bored if you keep ...
refusing forwand: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	9/22/2008
Q: My mare whom I’ve had about 3 yrs, she is 8, was abused, was flipped over because of being backed ... A: She is backing up from confusing or resistance, not sure which one. I would just get off and walk ...
sour mare: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	9/22/2008
Q: Rick, I am in my early 40's and have a mare with 6 month colt on her. She has almost weaned her ... A: lol, sounds like sour owner not sour horse. Horse are smart, they are really smart when it comes to ...
Help with Charging/Dominant horse??, and barn sour horse.	9/19/2008
Q: What is your age: 15 What is your horse experience: I've been riding horses since I was 7, and I ... A: Angel is not being mean she is being a horse, she is smart and knows that if she gets next you she ...
Introducing my colt to my other two geldings: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	9/19/2008
Q: I'm a 44yr old female that has been around other horses off and on. This is my first little one. He ... A: boy 3 months is way too young to wean, that is too bad, glad you took him. Normally I would say ...
horse: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	9/18/2008
Q: first let me say thank you for reading this. and I've read your sight its very helpful. ok my ... A: First you want to make sure the horse knows what "walk" means, so lounge him and round pen him and ...
Charging and No respect: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness: Rick Gore	9/17/2008
Q: I recently bought a 5 yr old Quarter horse gelding.I got him in March of this year. When I bought ... A: Horses see the world as a herd and you are either higher or lower. In your case you are lower. ...
My standardbreed: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness Rick Gore	9/16/2008
Q: I am 35 and grew up with horses but more was just a rider and feed when I was told never really paid ... A: (Nice Name) :) Well you are right in the way that you and your daughters are causing this problem. ...
Mini pony and quarter horse: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	9/15/2008
Q: I am a 40 year old woman with zero horse experience. We bought this past summer a 3 year old ... A: I have to laugh at your questions, it seems so simple and some time I can't believe how many people ...
Rearing on the lunge line	9/13/2008
Q: I have a 4 year-old Quarter horse gelding. I have had him since last November. He has been ridable ... A: lol, I have to laugh at people that say they know everything, believe me you do not know everything ...
Rearing on the lunge line	9/13/2008
Q: I have a 4 year-old Quarter horse gelding. I have had him since last November. He has been ridable ... A: I think it is an eye issue, he is scared and nervous where he cannot see and when you push him he ...
rearing: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	9/11/2008
Q: I recently bought a 5 year old Andalusian Gelding. Since I have had him i have encountered a ... A: Well good job on the water, a much better learning experience for both of you and it will last ...
rearing: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	9/10/2008
Q: I recently bought a 5 year old Andalusian Gelding. Since I have had him i have encountered a ... A: Glad I could help, admitting we are the problem is big first step, so hang in there and help this ...
rearing: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	9/10/2008
Q: I recently bought a 5 year old Andalusian Gelding. Since I have had him i have encountered a ... A: Sure it is, the thing you have to know is this resistance from fear, lack of experience, lack of ...
rearing: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	9/9/2008
Q: I recently bought a 5 year old Andalusian Gelding. Since I have had him i have encountered a ... A: Well you wont like my answer, but here I go. The problem is you and not the horse. A horse cannot ...
Refuses to lope !!: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	9/9/2008
Q: How do I get my 6 yr. old gelding to lope? He's very gentle and doesn't spook at anything. I've ... A: Right above where you type your questions, it says, if you fail to provide the following info I will ...
problems with an ex-race horse	9/9/2008
Q: My daughter which is 18 adopted a TB ex-race horse. She had actually gotten 2. One mare and one ... A: First of all I would like you to read my herd behavior section on my horsemanship page of my web ...
bucking & pick up horse: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	9/9/2008
Q: I purchased a 7 year old reg. paint gelding from a man who said he was a horse broker and sells ... A: Just because you have papers does not mean your horse is registered, sorry, but that is one of the ...
bucking & pick up horse: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	9/9/2008
Q: I purchased a 7 year old reg. paint gelding from a man who said he was a horse broker and sells ... A: Well it sounds like you got took. This horse sounds like it was used by a rough cowboy and now it ...
ARABIAN COLT: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	9/7/2008
Q: I WAS REFERED TO YOU BY CHIEF ORVAL OF THE LAKOTA PEOPLE. I WAS GIVEN A COLT BY AN ELDER. HE IS 4 ... A: Spending time with the little guy is good. You have to learn how to talk horse. By that I mean ...
Pony: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	9/6/2008
Q: I am only 12 so I don't know everything of how to deal with my new pony. My new 5 yr old (abused) ... A: I have a web site that explains horses and help people understand horses. Read my website from ...
Horse Whinnies: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	9/5/2008
Q: I am a 30 year old male. I have been around horses all my life. I currently ride in the PFRA ... A: lol, sounds like a happy horse. When you say nothing at all, horses rarely do anything for no ...
i have 4 week old foal	9/5/2008
Q: i have a 4 week old foal she is lossin hair around her face eyes n inside legs but she is fine in ... A: Not sure if she is just getting rid of some of her hair or is it a rash or redness. IF she is ...
Help with my mare: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	9/4/2008
Q: First of all thank you very much for spending the time to read my e-mail. Ok, here is my situation. ... A: Well you are right this is a people (you) problem and not a horse problem. What you thought was ...
Unwanted Behaviors: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	9/3/2008
Q: I have recently bought back a horse that I have previously owned. Before, she was a good horse to ... A: This is a problem that wont be fixed easy. Tie downs never work and only teach a horse to brace, it ...
training of young haflinger: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	9/3/2008
Q: My 10month old haflinger foal Princess Aurora, has to be trained in a year or so and i have started ... A: I would let the horses stay together and be together, the older horse will teach the young one some ...
bucking: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	9/2/2008
Q: I have a 4 year old thoroughbred gelding i bought two months agao. He is not off the track and was ... A: OK, NO spurs!!! That will only make it worse and get you hurt. I would like to know how you know ...
My 6 year old paint draft cross: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	9/2/2008
Q: I recently purchased a six year old paint draft cross to rescue him from being sent to auction. I am ... A: Well you have your hands full, but there is not such thing as a untrainable horse. That is just ...
round pen problem: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	8/31/2008
Q: I am 40 3 years experience, first horse was an older mare, but quite a handful, current horse is a 4 ... A: Go pay Clinton Anderson, he is a good horseman who understands horses and I am quite sure he would ...
Scared Horse: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	8/31/2008
Q: Age 31 Greetings from England! Hope you may have some ideas to help settle my horse. He's 12 year ... A: hehe, horses are herd animals, if the other horses have shoes, then no reason to take his off I ...
Scared Horse: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	8/31/2008
Q: Age 31 Greetings from England! Hope you may have some ideas to help settle my horse. He's 12 year ... A: Yes, shoes in pasture is bad, they do too much damage, most places do not allow shoes in the pasture ...
round pen problem: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	8/31/2008
Q: I am 40 3 years experience, first horse was an older mare, but quite a handful, current horse is a 4 ... A: As I said in my answer, which you may have read but did not get what I said. You have taught this ...
Building confidence in ME: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	8/30/2008
Q: I'm 40, loved 'em since I was 14, however, on & off owner/handler since. Currently owner/handler for ... A: Glad you like the site, keep reading it, you will find that letting others fix your horse will ...
Scared Horse: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	8/30/2008
Q: Age 31 Greetings from England! Hope you may have some ideas to help settle my horse. He's 12 year ... A: I don't think he thinks he is a stud. He is being a horse and is trying to bully his way to the top ...
round pen problem: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	8/30/2008
Q: I am 40 3 years experience, first horse was an older mare, but quite a handful, current horse is a 4 ... A: Well this horse is smart and has trained you. She knows you do not know what to do so she is ...
an unbalanced horse: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	8/30/2008
Q: i have had my yearling yumeni for a month now and she is very disrespectful. i am running her in ... A: Annie you have understand horses better. Your horse is not being mean they are just being a horse. ...
show horse sulky, won't go forward: www.freewegbs.com/horseawareness	8/28/2008
Q: 31, professional hunter/jumper rider/trainer. Problem horse is: 7 year old, big 17H WB gelding, ... A: This horse sounds like it has figured out what an arena means -- work, whips, pressure, jumps, rider ...
cinch problems: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	8/27/2008
Q: I am twenty-eight years old and have been riding horses off and on for the past sixteen years. I ... A: First, no don't barrel race her for several reasons. If you want to go race for fun and not to win ...
my horse keeps kicking me! : www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	8/26/2008
Q: my horse is around 8 years old . i have tried so many things i cant remember them all.every time i ... A: Your horse is not kick you, he is kicking what he see's as a lower horse. If you run up on him or ...
Breaking/training 2yo gelding: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	8/25/2008
Q: I am 44 yo female. I have been riding and showing, with help from a professional trainer, my 2 ... A: Your first question when you say you step in front of him and block his path, you are putting ...
i need help with my 6yearold gelding : www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	8/22/2008
Q: hey, iv had my 6 yearold gelding named Romany on loan nearly a year by now. he has never been ... A: Well this does not make sense. I have to think there were other signs and you missed them. Horses ...
Doesn't want to be ridden? : www.freewebs.com/horseawareness ; Rick Gore	8/21/2008
Q: WHAT IS YOUR AGE: 48 WHAT IS YOUR HORSE EXPERIENCE: 3 years WHAT HAVE YOU DONE TO FIX PROBLEM: ... A: Well welcome to world of abused horses. This horse was broke wrong, was abused, was neglected, was ...
Scared of a storm: www.freewebs.com/horsemanship; Rick Gore	8/21/2008
Q: I have owned a Welsh section d gelding aged 9 for 4 years who until 6 months ago was a good all ... A: I would not lock him out, if he wants to get in shelter he should be able to do so. However, by ...
Scared of a storm: www.freewebs.com/horsemanship; Rick Gore	8/21/2008
Q: I have owned a Welsh section d gelding aged 9 for 4 years who until 6 months ago was a good all ... A: Well, this is odd and I only guess with the limited info. I would first give lots of baths. Hose ...
Turning back to arena gate: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	8/21/2008
Q: I'm 28 years old and about 26 of it on horses. Lady runs a 10 acre area with other horses. Lady is ... A: If your daughter really wants this then she reading and learning about horses. She has to ...
Turning back to arena gate: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	8/21/2008
Q: I'm 28 years old and about 26 of it on horses. Lady runs a 10 acre area with other horses. Lady is ... A: I always get a funny feeling when I get asked questions to help someone else. From your email it ...
Horse falling in cross ties: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	8/20/2008
Q: Today I had a strange experience with a new horse. This horse is very calm, a mare, 10 yr old and ... A: It does not sound like she fell over, it sounds like she got scared or felt trapped or got too much ...
weaning: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	8/19/2008
Q: I am 38. I have 7 years of actual horse owning experience, 11/2 years with a baby .My horse has her ... A: no reason to feel bad for caring about your horses. I discuss this on my site. Weaning is a people ...
herd bound: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness ; Rick Gore	8/19/2008
Q: My friend lives a quarter of a mile away from me. SHe has these 2 horses that shes selling a 26 year ... A: They should adjust pretty good, and worst case they break away and go a quarter of a mile. When you ...
starting a youngster: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness ; Rick Gore	8/18/2008
Q: I am about to purchase a 2 and a half year old quarter horse filly. I want to know if it would be ok ... A: Go slow and don't rush it. A horse is not fully grown until five. Their legs seal up at about ...
herd bound: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	8/18/2008
Q: I'm 56 yrs old i ride with another lady and her horse, they live the same pasture together,we wre ... A: This sounds like a fear or insecurity issue. Your horse has to see you as a leader and look to you ...
baby horses: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	8/18/2008
Q: I have a 9 week old colt from a 20 year old mayer. I did not know she was pregnant when I got her. ... A: I would mare on alfalfa and free access to grass hay (rye or oat). just give her lots of hay that ...
sporadic bucking: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness ; Rick Gore	8/18/2008
Q: I grew up riding horses and owned horses until my mid twenties. I am now 43 and bought a registered ... A: Well, since you rode this horse on the first day you bought him and since you bought him at an ...
kicking: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	8/14/2008
Q: ...just cruising the web looking for an answer to our problem. I am 39 and my daughter is 17. ... A: A horse will send signals before it kicks, if you see him getting irritated, frustrated, stressed, ...
bolting: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness ; Rick Gore	8/13/2008
Q: im looking for advice on how to stop a horse(5 years old) setting his neck and bolting.He has a ... A: This sounds like he has tested you and failed the test. He now knows that he does not have to ...
kicking: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	8/13/2008
Q: ...just cruising the web looking for an answer to our problem. I am 39 and my daughter is 17. ... A: One thing is to tie a red ribbon on your horses tail. Most people know or should know that if a ...
Alone in the Show Ring: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness ; Rick Gore	8/12/2008
Q: I have an 8 year old QH gelding who I have been showing for almost a year. He is wonderful in large ... A: Your conclusion may be wrong. I don't have enough info to give you a better answer. She may just be ...
wild warmblood: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	8/12/2008
Q: This is a long story but I need advice. I bought this beautiful Warmblood filly when she was 7 M. ... A: Well it sounds like you are doing some good things. I would do more sacking out. Desensitize those ...
my horse freaks out in stalls: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness ; Rick Gore	8/11/2008
Q: I have had a horse for a year now and he does not like being in a stall. So since i have gotten him ... A: If I was a horse I would not like a stall either. Sounds like he is a smart horse. It is very ...
building confidence: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	8/11/2008
Q: I am 32, stock type horses all my life, horse kept in large area next to another horse w/pature turn ... A: Well, with abused or neglected horses, being trained with force and fear is abuse in my mind, it is ...
Bolting horse: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	8/10/2008
Q: I am 39 and have been around horses all of my life. I have a 3yo QH and she bolts when you start to ... A: Ummmm, this is an odd one. It is easier to figure out what the horse is thinking when I see things ...
Male donkey acting badly: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	8/9/2008
Q: I have a jack(male donkey)that is acting aggressively towards me only. He will put his ears back. He ... A: You must have done something to cause this. Jack's remember and once they target you for something ...
bucking	8/9/2008
Q: ..WHta are some suggestions about getting rid of his attitude and also i was wondering if spurrs ... A: If you want the horse to buck more, get spurs. Pain = fear, fear = reactions and flight response. ...
Stall Behavior: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	8/7/2008
Q: I am 31 years old. I have spent my entire life with horses. I have trained both horses and ... A: LOL, my boys would love a new bale of hay, where are you located? I would make sure the people know ...
Stall Behavior: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	8/7/2008
Q: I am 31 years old. I have spent my entire life with horses. I have trained both horses and ... A: Like I say in many of my answers, it is normally the people who cause the problem and not the horse. ...
anxious in trailer and loading: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	8/5/2008
Q: Where to start..1st I have a 6 yr old QH gelding, bred to barrel race. He was ridden 90 days @the ... A: It is hard to answer questions without seeing a horse do what it is doing. I would have to see how ...
anxious in trailer and loading: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	8/5/2008
Q: Where to start..1st I have a 6 yr old QH gelding, bred to barrel race. He was ridden 90 days @the ... A: Well you still did not provide the info I requested so I would say you are paying attention to what ...
bad habit: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	8/4/2008
Q: When my horse runs he puts his had way down. Like he's trying to look through his legs to see where ... A: If he can not see he would not hold his head there. Stop pulling on him and he may stop putting his ...
New Colt: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	8/1/2008
Q: I am a proud owner of a new 5 month old Appy colt who was separated from his mother at 4 months old ... A: wow, 143 acres, lucky horses. :) The one mare showing interest can be pulled out and put in a ...
New Colt: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	8/1/2008
Q: I am a proud owner of a new 5 month old Appy colt who was separated from his mother at 4 months old ... A: Congrats, colts are the greatest things around. Lots of energy, lots of playfulness and lots of ...
Bucking and rearing	7/30/2008
Q: WHAT IS YOUR AGE: 41 WHAT IS YOUR HORSE EXPERIENCE: Intermediate WHAT HAVE YOU DONE TO FIX PROBLEM: ... A: Yea, I have suggestions, you need to take off spurs and learn to get the horse to move without them. ...
colt and new mare	7/30/2008
Q: We have a seven year old mare with a 2 month old colt. we also just bought a 3 year old mare a ... A: Mom will protect the baby and will be good for all of them to be together. The nipping is normal ...
4 month old colt: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	7/30/2008
Q: My age is 40,my husband is 44. Novice horse owners. Colt is with mother and herd of about 8 others. ... A: Teaching to lead is good at most any age, just go slow. When working with horses, take little ...
Question	7/29/2008
Q: I asked you a question and I put in the wrong email address so I went back & corrected it .. the ... A: Here you go. Stop fighting back. A horse does not fight, he tries to do things we don't want and ...
Leadership/Confidence: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	7/29/2008
Q: I am 32, had horses all of my life, Trail rider, I have been trying to do some Clinton anderson ... A: Stop fighting back. A horse does not fight, he tries to do things we don't want and we fight with ...
4 month old colt: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	7/29/2008
Q: My age is 40,my husband is 44. Novice horse owners. Colt is with mother and herd of about 8 others. ... A: Congrats on new little guy. Colt are very fun, but are still strong. I am not a fan of taking ...
ex race horse: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	7/28/2008
Q: I am 22 years old I have been riding horses ever since I was 10 years old. I trained my first horse ... A: Well, thanks for your response and it sounds like you do understand horses better than I first ...
ex race horse: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	7/28/2008
Q: I am 22 years old I have been riding horses ever since I was 10 years old. I trained my first horse ... A: Holly you do what so many people do, you want a horse to be good and prefect and then you don't want ...
Dominating Mare: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	7/27/2008
Q: I have a Appalossa/Welsh pony. She came from the University Of Fl. She has been an experimental Pony ... A: You should know how to stop her and back her up when no horse is around. So make sure she knows ...
Dominating Mare: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	7/27/2008
Q: I have a Appalossa/Welsh pony. She came from the University Of Fl. She has been an experimental Pony ... A: She could be feeling like she wants to protect you, so if she thinks she is alpha and her job is ...
Dominating Mare: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	7/26/2008
Q: I have a Appalossa/Welsh pony. She came from the University Of Fl. She has been an experimental Pony ... A: You can't stop a horse from being a horse. All horses will kick out and try and be dominant. She ...
Patience is a bucker: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	7/26/2008
Q: 14 i have 2 horses lunge him he is with another gelding pasture My horse Patience bucks when he ... A: The horse must know that you dad will not allow him to buck. Bucking is sometime a disrespect ...
Horse is not trusting of people: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	7/25/2008
Q: I came upon your website after doing a search for answers and I thought I would send you an email ... A: Well if your goal is to catch her and move her, you may have your hands full. You could back a ...
Horse is not trusting of people	7/25/2008
Q: I came upon your website after doing a search for answers and I thought I would send you an email ... A: Well if sounds like you make a lot of progress pretty quick. When a horse is abandoned in a ...
Rebel and me: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	7/22/2008
Q: I have a 6 year old Morgan Quarter horse cross gelding that i cant get to run he aks like hes jus to ... A: If I was your horse I would buck too. You keep blaming the horse for your problems. If you were a ...
horse: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	7/22/2008
Q: my brother has a horse that still has a nut up in him because the vet says it wont ever drop and he ... A: A testicle that did not drop should be able to be removed. This horse may still get a mare ...
horse	7/21/2008
Q: i read your recent asked questions one was about a mare that stop going as far when she rode you ... A: Move the horse by making it move away from your pressure and you not moving away from his pressure. ...
bucking & dominance	7/20/2008
Q: Age: 56, around horses since very young. one other horse, 24/7 turn-out. "On two occasions my ... A: Tough questions, all horses kick and all horse are dominant to a lower horse. This sounds like a ...
Bitting horse while cinching: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	7/19/2008
Q: I'm 43 years old female. Finding out the more I learn about horses the less I know about them. I ... A: OK, glad you said the more you learn the less you realize you know. That is good. All good horseman ...
RETRAINING A 9 YEAR OLD HORSE: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	7/19/2008
Q: I HAVE A NINE YEAR OLD PAINT WHICH I RECENTLY PURCHASED SHE IS A BEAUTIFUL PAINT BUT ALAS TO OUR ... A: By the way you are talking about how nice she is and she does not like things, tells me you don't ...
horse keeps lying down with saddle on: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	7/18/2008
Q: we have a 3yr old bucksin gelding, my partner is an experienced breaker of 20 yrs. the horse has ... A: This horse needs to learn the forward command and movement. If you can make this horse move when ...
one pony is fine, his buddy runs away: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	7/17/2008
Q: I am a 40 yr old wife/mom who has owned horses just the past 8 yrs or so with husband. We bought 2 ... A: Sometime with two horses, the other horse pushes when you try to get to other horse, so make sure ...
Stallion Help?	7/16/2008
Q: I am struggling with the decision on whether to buy a weanling stallion Irish Sport Horse and keep ... A: Don't do it. This is huge undertaking and will cause you and the horse much grief. Studs are ...
rearing: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	7/16/2008
Q: and he was up in a field with a min.and a large size pony and he is also a large size pony (he was ... A: You cannot do too much too fast with horses, it must be slow and steady. Anytime a horse has time ...
catching my horse: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	7/14/2008
Q: my Peruvian gelding has a thing with running around the pasture several times before he will stop ... A: For the record, those questions appear to everyone that sends me a question. I did write them for ...
catching my horse: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	7/12/2008
Q: my Peruvian gelding has a thing with running around the pasture several times before he will stop ... A: Pay attention to what you are doing. I asked for for information where you type your question and ...
Horse legs and spooking: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	7/9/2008
Q: I have a 5 yr old mare she has great potiential but ive tried everything i know to get her to give ... A: All horses are worried about giving up their legs. The key is for you put her foot down before she ...
horse will not stand still to be mounted: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	7/8/2008
Q: I am at loss to what to do with my mare. When I first bought her 4 years ago, she seemed a bit edgy ... A: LMAO (laughing my ass off), sorry, but I can't help it, I absolutely know your frustration. I laugh ...
Ground manners: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	7/7/2008
Q: I rode when I was a teenager and then stopped for a lot of years. I started taking riding lessons ... A: Ivy, your coach should have identified these problems before you bought the horse. When buying a ...
hacking out	7/3/2008
Q: i fell of my new horse hacking out a few months ago and have only been back on the roads about 4 ... A: Horse get their confidence from the rider, your horse knows you are unsure and nervous. All horse ...
agressive , yearling	7/3/2008
Q: I am a 47 year old woman. My family had horses when I was a child growing up, but I have no ... A: You need to learn about horses. Horse don't care if you talk to them or bring them food, they are ...
new colt	7/2/2008
Q: My Husband and I have just purchased a mare and her colt. The mare is very gentle and her colt is ... A: Colts, boys, are always more playful than mares. You refer to the colt as she, a filly is a baby ...
can you help /domineering pony	7/1/2008
Q: he has soft tissue navicular and was going to be shot but hes only just 5 , i have been away from ... A: Read my web site on the horsemanship page about herd behavior. You have to move his feet so he will ...
Horse Flipping head	6/30/2008
Q: well let me start ou t telling you that, i very much try to be horse savy. i do lots of ground ... A: You are right I did think heavy hands and teeth issues. You did not tell me how old you are or what ...
Trouble training young horse (www.freewebs.com/horseawareness)	6/26/2008
Q: My name is Nicole and I am 20 years old. I have been riding and showing horses since I was born. I ... A: A horse kick is a way of saying move away from me, I think I am higher. A lower horse will move ...
round pen	6/25/2008
Q: 5 year old and hes not scared of anything witch is a good thing but at the same timei cant get him ... A: You don't have to kick him, but maybe threaten to kick him. Getting a horse to see you leader is ...
Trouble training young horse	6/25/2008
Q: My name is Nicole and I am 20 years old. I have been riding and showing horses since I was born. I ... A: this is not a big problem, your horse is being a horse. She has learned that you will not make her ...
severe spooky horse	6/24/2008
Q: I am a 48 year old woman, I have trained and worked with rescue horses since I was a small child, I ... A: It sounds like you have done some good things for him. I just shake my head every time I hear Omish ...
Ex Race Horse Help	6/23/2008
Q: Hey Rick. I am 27 years old and I have been around horses, mostly off the track horses since I was 6 ... A: I feel really bad for this horse. Her life has been pretty bad and her experiences with people have ...
SADDLES	6/23/2008
Q: RICK, I NEED YOUR HELP, A FEW MONTHS AGO I HAD SHOULDER SURGERY, AND NOW HAVE A HARD TIME LIFTING MY ... A: Putting a saddle on is a lot about technique. If your shoulder injury is on the right shoulder, ...
problem 3-year-old	6/23/2008
Q: I am 51 years old and have had horses since I was in 4-H at around 12 years old. My first horse, ... A: Glad I could help. All horses are just products of their handling. Horses are very adaptable and ...
problem 3-year-old	6/23/2008
Q: I am 51 years old and have had horses since I was in 4-H at around 12 years old. My first horse, ... A: Well he sounds like a good horse, but needs some good direction. A herd is very important to teach ...
Draft horse harnessing fear	6/20/2008
Q: Greetings, I am 33, I have worked with horses since I was 15. Up until recently, the bulk of my ... A: Hey Roger, this sounds like a simple case of exposure. You may be being too careful and making this ...
Stumbling	6/20/2008
Q: He is wonderfull in every way EXCEPT he is always stumbling / tripping. I have had him checked out ... A: Some time a horse is never taught how to use their feet well. If a horse is put in a stall a lot ...
boarding	6/18/2008
Q: our babies are doing really good i've been longing them and they are ready-i believe to start ... A: My web site is: http://www.freewebs.com/horseawareness/ Hi Judy, not sure where is close to you, ...
problems	6/18/2008
Q: age: 24 riding: 14years mare kept at pasture in summer with many other mares my horse is 11 and iv ... A: Well, after all these years you have taught her that she can do these things and you will not stop ...
3 y/o QH/ARABIAN MARE	6/18/2008
Q: JUST BOUGHT A 3 Y/O MARE THAT I HAVE BEEN TOLD IS HALF QH HALF ARABIAN. SHE WAS A SUPER HORSE WHEN ... A: You are doing lots wrong. You don't understand a horse or you see how you are causing all of these ...
horse chasing pasture mate	6/17/2008
Q: I have recently purchased a 5 yr old app qelding and I also have a 2 yr old filly QH. I introduced ... A: This is normal horse stuff, they have to figure out who is higher and who is lower. You can help by ...
Trailering	6/15/2008
Q: I have a friend who has a 7 year old mare. She is pretty hot and she will not get in the trailer. My ... A: Kim, loading a horse is about forward movement. If your horse will go where and when you tell to ...
Difficulty catching my Mare...	6/14/2008
Q: I am 27 and have been riding for about 10 years (mainly pleasure) but have just started to take it ... A: Your horse is being a normal horse. All horses test it is their nature, they have to know that the ...
Aggressive Shetland	6/11/2008
Q: i have owned horses for the last 10years. I raised and broke a 15hh cob type 5yrs ago with very ... A: Emily, you are thinking like a little girl with a pony and not like a horse. On one hand you say ...
hobbles	6/6/2008
Q: I have a mare that has kicked her foal. She is not a nurturing mother and appears to think her baby ... A: ummm, well I never get all or enough info to really evaluate and give a right answer, but the ...
hobbles	6/4/2008
Q: I have a mare that has kicked her foal. She is not a nurturing mother and appears to think her baby ... A: No, you can criss cross hobble, but she may fall if trying to protect baby. After a few days, they ...
breaking a young horse	6/4/2008
Q: 5 year old and i have been lounging him and i think he is doing well hes a very calm horse and has ... A: You should be able to jump next to him and lay on his back without saddle, then lay on back, ready ...
Separating a Mare and her Colt.	6/3/2008
Q: Rick, I read your reply on this mater with another individual. My situation is about the same as ... A: Still not sure why you must separate them? All colts will mount moms or try, mom will stop them if ...
What to do about our non-gelded gelding	6/3/2008
Q: We bought a "5 year old gelding" from Clear Creek Horses in Gilmer, Texas. He looked fine. He was ... A: Never too late to finish, just may take a little longer. You can have other little guy removed, no ...
new horse can't catch her. what do I do	6/2/2008
Q: Rick, I just got a new horse and she won't let me get close to her or catch her. My sister got her ... A: Stop trying to catch her......... a horse knows when you are trying to catch her, just go see her ...
ground work	6/1/2008
Q: how do you train your horse to have respect for you and how do you get a horse to back up on ... A: horses are not stubborn, they are smart and know that you are not the leader and the don't have to ...
training my gelding (www.freewebs.com/horseawareness)	5/31/2008
Q: I'm 17 years old i have had horses since i was 3 years old and this is my 4th of my own, my step dad ... A: this is not a horse problem, this is a people problem. Your horse is confused and does not see you ...
Bomb Proofing- desinsiting	5/30/2008
Q: I have a nervious 17 year old TB ex-race horse. He has always been on the more nervious side. He ... A: Horses can learn very quickly, no such thing as bomb proof, any horse is a reaction waiting to ...
Hoof Health	5/29/2008
Q: My name is Sarai, I wrote you a while back about my 12 year old Percheron gelding. The question I ... A: Moist will help draw out. You can not always dig out unless it is close, too much digging is not ...
How to help my horse	5/29/2008
Q: He was listed as anyone can ride (which my inexperienced nephews rode without issue) as well as ... A: First stop making excuses or trying to justify what he did. Accept that you are causing this by not ...
horse behavior	5/28/2008
Q: I am 28yrs old and have been riding and working with horses for the past 10yrs now. About an yr and ... A: Don't send you horse to trainer without you watching and being there for all training lessons. It ...
Horse biting at others on trail	5/27/2008
Q: I have had horses off and on for 20 years- am 45 years old. My horse in the last year(have had him ... A: I would say he is either protecting you and does not want other horses by you or playing and ignore ...
Training a yearling (www.freewebs.com/horseawareness)	5/26/2008
Q: She is quite calm and extremely friendly, very noisy and into everything. I plan on using her for ... A: Yea saddle pads are good, even the saddle, but you can teach it to buck and you dont want that, so ...
behavior problems	5/25/2008
Q: I've had my horse for about a month now and he has been the best horse I could ask for. He is a ... A: oh my God, I am laughing at you question. If you are going to own a horse you have to learn about ...
Training a yearling (www.freewebs.com/horseawareness)	5/24/2008
Q: She is quite calm and extremely friendly, very noisy and into everything. I plan on using her for ... A: Any handling will be good for her. I have a section on my site about sacking out. Light work is ...
How to start my foal and how to build my relationship with her and the mare	5/22/2008
Q: I am 13 and I have been riding and training for 4 years. We just bought a mare and foal. The foal is ... A: Watch her mom and how she treats the baby, watch other horses and see how they treat each other, ...
horse in training: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	5/22/2008
Q: ok so I have a 16 year old paint mare who has been a barrel racer all her life up until the point I ... A: This is a personal choice. I don't use any bits. If a bit has to be used then I would use a snaffle ...
behavior problem	5/18/2008
Q: I have a 6 year old, 17'1 off-the track thoroughbred gelding. I am 4'11. He had excellent ground ... A: Horses are not jealous of other horses, a horse is just a horse. His world in seen in a herd. He ...
Fence destruction	5/17/2008
Q: I am a 29 year old female and I have a 5 year old Percheron (18hh) and a almost 4 year old Morab. I ... A: Glad to hear he is in a herd. Not sure about the donkey thing, I think I head that donkey's don't ...
Fence destruction	5/17/2008
Q: I am a 29 year old female and I have a 5 year old Percheron (18hh) and a almost 4 year old Morab. I ... A: I heard a lot of love, sweet things and joy in you letter. None of this matters to a horse. You ...
Understand horse's problems: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	5/15/2008
Q: I am 35 and a beginner with horses. I recently made a home for an 11 year old mare and her Month ... A: Read my site about sacking out on the horsemanship page. In your question you said Month colt, so I ...
Understand horse's problems: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	5/15/2008
Q: I am 35 and a beginner with horses. I recently made a home for an 11 year old mare and her Month ... A: You need to understand horses better. A horse does not care if you like them or try to be nice to ...
Pony being passed around: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	5/14/2008
Q: Don't want to go on about the matter but we recently bought our 7 year old a pony, we didn't take ... A: Well Debbie, If I had a dollar every time I heard this or saw this, I would be a rich guy. You, ...
yearlings and behavior	5/13/2008
Q: I feel soo sad about what happened at the kentucky derby and I really feel strong about learning the ... A: Drugging is very dangerous to horses, the develop a tolerance, it can cause colic, it can shut down ...
very nasty OWNER THAT BLAMES THE HORSE	5/9/2008
Q: I am 47 years old, my mare (an appaloosa) is 8. I have raised her from a filly and she used to be ... A: Well Sheri, you are not going to like my answer, but I will tell you what I think from what you told ...
Mare kicks when hauled with other horses	5/9/2008
Q: I have a 24 year old show mare that has been hauled extensively. She developed a very bad habit of ... A: this is one of those things that we cause and horses just do, so to stop it we need to stop what we ...
sore back	5/7/2008
Q: And I brushed on his side and then I really really lightly put my hand on his fur so only the tip of ... A: If this happens only after you rider, then I would say it is the saddle, if is sore when you don't ...
4 year old with problems.	5/6/2008
Q: My son and I have acquired a 4 year old pony/quarter cross. She is green broke but we are having ... A: you need to read lots and educate yourself on horses so you can help this horse and keep you and the ...
4 year old with problems.	5/6/2008
Q: My son and I have acquired a 4 year old pony/quarter cross. She is green broke but we are having ... A: Your horse has one problem. The people handling her don't understand horses. Sorry, most people ...
Hard to Mount Barrel Mare	5/6/2008
Q: I have a 4 year old Barrel racing mare. Ever since we got her she's developed a bad habit of not ... A: Your horse is smart and knows that when you saddle her you are going to run the crap out of her. If ...
Feeding time in the paddock	5/5/2008
Q: I have recently bought a paint mare and foal. I have successfully introduced them to my 3year old ... A: your horses are just being normal horses. Before your three year old had no competition for food so ...
2yr old shetland mare	5/5/2008
Q: ok well i'm 35 have owned 4 horses over the course of my life all have been broken in before i got ... A: Most horse problems are people problems. Horse issues normally fall into one of two areas, lack of ...
how to break a horse from kicking?	5/5/2008
Q: my name is aggie i am 15 years old an my old partner dancer is turning 24 this year and does not ... A: All horses kick, it is normal horse behavior. Read my web site about herd behavior, under that ...
gelding acting like a stud	5/4/2008
Q: We just bought an 11 year old gelding and one of our mares just came into season. He is mounting ... A: Yes, it is normal. If your horse is gelded, it will not do any harm. If the mare does not want him ...
2 yr Filly pawing gates, herd bound	5/2/2008
Q: .I have a 2 yr old filly that I'm getting ready to start. She has a bad habit of pawing anything ... A: Not sure how old you are and what your horse experience is, but I would say you need to understand ...
Bosal	5/1/2008
Q: I bought my daughter a horse from the local sale barn. She (the horse) was 2 years old at the time. ... A: if you had the horse since she was two, what happen for the past four years? Is she broke? do you ...
lateral movement	4/23/2008
Q: just bought a wonderful 4 yr old (unbroke)Standardbred/draft cross gelding. All three gaits seem ... A: A horse knows how to be a horse and knows how to move. Lounging for three horses is not helping. ...
kicking	4/17/2008
Q: i Have a 8 year old gelding and a 16 year old mare they cant stand being apart but when its feeding ... A: Your horse is being a normal horse. In the wild the lead horse eats first so he can protect the ...
catching gelding	4/16/2008
Q: I need your advice I have a 5 year old gelding, who I have owned since he was 3. I am 35 now and ... A: Too bad so many horses have to suffer because of people lack of knowledge. The lady that got kicked ...
Catching a horse/A new scared horse	4/15/2008
Q: I'm Brandi and I am 14 years old. I have been riding horses all mu life and haven't had any trouble, ... A: you are thinking like a person and not like a horse. This horse does not want to be fed or caught. ...
putting horses together	4/14/2008
Q: My name is Stephanie and I am 46. Have owned horses for a little over a year. Jigs, is a draft/cross ... A: I am lost with all the names and horses, but that does not matter. This is all perfectly normal ...
snaffle bit diameters	4/13/2008
Q: I have a three year old filly that I am finishing. She has had 45 days professional training last ... A: Everyone you ask will have a different opinion on this topic. A bit should not hang so it clangs or ...
11 year old Laissez-Faire QH Gelding	4/13/2008
Q: I am a 46 year old woman who bought a horse to get back into riding & practice my riding skills. I ... A: I am glad to hear that you recognize this is a respect issue. Horses are not stubborn. They are ...
horse problems	4/13/2008
Q: I am 15 and I just got a new 11year old 17 hand thoroughbred gelding about 2 weeks ago. I've been ... A: This horse sounds like he was started too fast and does not have a good foundation. I would not ...
catching gelding	4/12/2008
Q: I need your advice I have a 5 year old gelding, who I have owned since he was 3. I am 35 now and ... A: this sounds like the a young gelding being a young gelding. He is boxed up and knows that he has to ...
saddle	4/11/2008
Q: I'm 14 yrs old and have a 2 yr, 4 month mare. I've ridden for 6 yrs, and have never had a horse. I ... A: you need to read up on horses so you understand how they think. This horse is just being a horse. ...
Leader..again :)	4/11/2008
Q: the 13 year old with the 'bully' horse. Alright so I took your advice, and oddly enough Comanche ... A: If you groom a horse that is free and he walks away, you teach him to get release he must walk away. ...
misbehaving yearling	4/8/2008
Q: I am a 33 yo equine veterinarian. I rode horses for about 6 years as a kid/teenager then got away ... A: Sounds good, I have two things, one, making a horse a pet can be dangerous. My quarter is my pet, ...
Horse Lunging (and manners) Problem	4/8/2008
Q: I have a 20-year-old, cantankerous appaloosa mare who I can't seem to lunge properly. She's really ... A: OK, I see a lot of people use a round pen as a cheat, if you can't control the horse on a lead rope, ...
Yearling Colt Training	4/8/2008
Q: I Bought Dallas when he was 6 months old he will be 1 year this month. I have spent alot of time ... A: if this horse is by himself, he does miss you and feels insecure. A horse needs a pasture buddy to ...
misbehaving yearling	4/8/2008
Q: I am a 33 yo equine veterinarian. I rode horses for about 6 years as a kid/teenager then got away ... A: well you are right and I am glad to hear that you are looking at what you are doing wrong and not ...
Horse Lunging (and manners) Problem	4/8/2008
Q: I have a 20-year-old, cantankerous appaloosa mare who I can't seem to lunge properly. She's really ... A: Sorry, but people who want me to tell them a short answer and fast fix dont get it and don't ...
Horse Lunging (and manners) Problem	4/7/2008
Q: I have a 20-year-old, cantankerous appaloosa mare who I can't seem to lunge properly. She's really ... A: Sara, I tell people all the time, what ever name they call their horse describes them. This horse ...
new aggressive behavior of stallion	4/7/2008
Q: have had my stallion for eight years and he has always been a gentleman when in hand even if a mare ... A: Glad to hear I could help and glad you are able to see past your fear and hurt. To regain your ...
new aggressive behavior of stallion	4/7/2008
Q: have had my stallion for eight years and he has always been a gentleman when in hand even if a mare ... A: Don't put the horse down. That is never the answer for peoples mistake. This horse is being a ...
Being The Leader	4/6/2008
Q: I am the 13 year old that asked you about the 'Bully Horse'. I just wanted to say that you helped ... A: glad I could help. Your willingness to admit you don't understand will make you a better horsewoman ...
Bully Horse	4/6/2008
Q: I have approximately been riding for 9 years. I don't have the experience of you i'm sure, but I do ... A: Your pony is not becoming scared because of Nakita. Instead of three piles make five piles, then ...
Bully Horse	4/5/2008
Q: I have approximately been riding for 9 years. I don't have the experience of you i'm sure, but I do ... A: Horses are not bullies or mean, those are human terms. Your horses are being perfectly normal ...
Dispelling a Myth???	4/3/2008
Q: I have a question regarding the eyes of a horse. I acquired a 4 yr old Saddlebred gelding just ... A: Myth is a good term for this, like many things about horses. You can hear all kind of things. ...
i need advice	4/1/2008
Q: i have a stud that has a bad attitude. he bits me and when he gets near a mare he tries to kick me ... A: You are right Ingred, you do need help, but not what I can give you in an email. A stud does not ...
Muzzles	3/30/2008
Q: iam 34yrs old I have pretty good horse experince I board so to fix it they muzzled him he ... A: I dont think it will make him more aggressive, what will make him more aggressive is people running ...
Muzzles	3/30/2008
Q: iam 34yrs old I have pretty good horse experince I board so to fix it they muzzled him he ... A: Read my site on herd behavior. All horses try and move up all the time, it is their nature, it ...
Muzzles	3/30/2008
Q: iam 34yrs old I have pretty good horse experince I board so to fix it they muzzled him he ... A: Feeding horses in pasture needs to be done carefully. Your horse is just being a horse. If they ...
Muzzles	3/30/2008
Q: iam 34yrs old I have pretty good horse experince I board so to fix it they muzzled him he ... A: Not good, the other horses will stop the bites. There are two kinds of horses: those who are hurt ...
herdbound mare (www.freewebs.com/horseawareness)	3/30/2008
Q: i'm 49. have a good ammount of experiance.i have a 12 paint mare, just got her, keeping her at the ... A: Hey Casey, I never like taking a horse away from buddies, they need that for safety and security and ...
Muzzles	3/30/2008
Q: iam 34yrs old I have pretty good horse experince I board so to fix it they muzzled him he ... A: Tough one. I would not muzzle him. He is doing absolutely normal behavior. Read my site on head ...
Halter Training www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	3/30/2008
Q: I have an unhandled 18 month old colt I'm breaking in. I've just brought him in and am working him ... A: this problem is like most any problem with a horse. You are doing good by not going too fast. You ...
Show shy or buddy sour?	3/28/2008
Q: I am 47. I had a horse when I was 13, but had no formal training. I just learned by owning a horse ... A: A child can be a leader if they understand a horse and move its feet. It is more difficult for a ...
horse that kicks	3/27/2008
Q: We purchased a horse last Oct. She was relatively good to be around though she wasn't great to pick ... A: Horses don't get mad. they get dominant, fearful, trapped or frustrated, which can appear mad. A ...
Show shy or buddy sour?	3/27/2008
Q: I am 47. I had a horse when I was 13, but had no formal training. I just learned by owning a horse ... A: Well, it is never the horses fault. So to me the answer is simple, explaining it so you get is not ...
kicking foal	3/26/2008
Q: I am 52 years old and been raised with horses however this is the first foal I've had without my Dad ... A: Rick Gore www.freewebs.com/horseawareness Hi Roxie, As for licking, that could be a sign of pain ...
DONT BLAME THE HORSE www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	3/26/2008
Q: I desperately need some help. I have a 13yr old mare. I have had you for about 8yrs, she has always ... A: Never blame the horse, it is never the horse's fault. This horse is just being a horse. I know ...
kicking in stall www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	3/25/2008
Q: we have a 10 y.o. gelding which we bought two years ago to be trained in dressage, we live in ... A: Rick Gore, www.freewebs.com/horseawareness Well this seems to be bad. I don't agree that it is ...
rearing	3/24/2008
Q: I am 47, ugh, how did that happen so fast. I have had horses all of my life, I was in 4-H, my kids ... A: I like longer questions, since it gives me more information and I maybe give a better suggestion. ...
Help me get my boy to relax.	3/24/2008
Q: I'm 30 years old I have been riding roughly 20 years just pleasure riding. I am self taught. I ... A: don't smack your horse. That does not show a horse you are boss, it shows him you are mean and ...
19 yr old thoroughbred gets really toey	3/23/2008
Q: hey rick, i am 16 and have been riding for the past 8 years i basically taught myself to ride i do ... A: this horse is just being a horse. He has been taught or learned this behavior over the past 19 ...
stuborn?	3/21/2008
Q: i am 35 ,i had my first horse at 14yrs , then at 22 i sold her at, 30 i got back into horses , i had ... A: Not sure what your questions is, if it is backing, a horse will back to look for release from ...
Anxious horse	3/17/2008
Q: I am a 5ft 7 stone female aged 45 and have had my 1st horse for 4 years that I recently retired. I ... A: Horse usually respond to the rider, so if you get upset or nervous then she is reading this. You ...
Anxious horse	3/17/2008
Q: I am a 5ft 7 stone female aged 45 and have had my 1st horse for 4 years that I recently retired. I ... A: Well my answer is always the same with horse problems. It is not the horse. It if you. This horse ...
my bucking horse	3/17/2008
Q: I'm 35 yrs old. I know some about horses had them off and on when I was growing up. My mare who is ... A: Bucking is a respect issue, you have to gain more respect on ground by moving her feet. The more ...
Horse	3/17/2008
Q: I was intrested in purchasing a horse. He grew up on a farm, and would move into the local riding ... A: Hey Matt, your question got sent to pool, so I got it. Read and learn about horses so you can help ...
Abused shetland pony	3/14/2008
Q: been there done that with many types of horses. My boss recently bought this big shetland pony for ... A: This guy is just being a horse, all horses feel safe with another horse. He is new to a new home so ...
Problem 5yo	3/11/2008
Q: My name is Leana, and I'm 16. I've been riding for 8 years, mostly in the hunter ring. I recently ... A: you are not going to like my answer. But I hope you listen and maybe try and see this from the ...
Horse runs into stall	3/10/2008
Q: I am a 45 yr old, with only 6 yrs experience with horses. I have acquired a 6 yr old mare that is ... A: Well first hitting a horse in the nose or face is a last resort. Only do that for biting or ...
hand reared (www.freewebs.com/horseawareness)	3/8/2008
Q: I've been asked to take on a mare that has been sent home from the trainers in discrace after ... A: horse don't throw tantrums, they are not mean, they are not angry, they are just a horse. Try not ...
refusing riding and certain activities	3/7/2008
Q: I'm a 40 year old woman who has been riding most my life, but I'd still consider myself am ... A: this appears to be a respect issue. This horse is learning how to get away with things from you. ...
Re-training a horse	3/7/2008
Q: I was recently given a 16 year old pony that has not been ridden for 4-5 years. In the past it has ... A: go to my web site and read it, it will give you some good ideas on where to start, I have some other ...
hand reared	3/6/2008
Q: I've been asked to take on a mare that has been sent home from the trainers in discrace after ... A: All hand raised horses tend to be more difficult, people treat them as pets and they are never ...
anti social bully gelding	3/6/2008
Q: My gelding (owned for a year)approximate. 15yo with no history to go on. seems extremely jealous of ... A: You are feeling what all people feel when they don't understand a horse. Your horse is being ...
Bolting	3/4/2008
Q: I have been riding (taking lessons, competing in both english and western-and mounted games) since ... A: I would try and do more time just sitting on her, not asking anything. If she is over sensitive ...
Bitting and Kicking	3/3/2008
Q: Rick, i have a Morgan gelding who will be 3 this coming June. Ever since he has been born we have ... A: The horse is just being a horse, all horses try and be higher in the herd, he sees you as a herd ...
Bucking (www.freewebs.com/horseawareness)	2/29/2008
Q: I have a horse that we raised but every time I saddle, he wants to buck. I had him checked out and ... A: Well, I am too old to ride a bronc as well, so I make sure my guys are good and sacked out before I ...
Horse that shys (www.freewebs.com/horseawareness)	2/28/2008
Q: I have a 13 year old OTTB that I have had for 2 years. He raced when he was 6 years old for about ... A: Just because someone calls them self a trainer, does not mean they understand a horse. There are ...
Horse that shys (www.freewebs.com/horseawareness)	2/28/2008
Q: I have a 13 year old OTTB that I have had for 2 years. He raced when he was 6 years old for about ... A: Horses are a reflection of the people handling them. First thing I would say is you have to look at ...
5MTH OLD KICKING COLT	2/28/2008
Q: I PURCHASED A 5 MTH OLD PALOMINO COLT SAT. HE HAS ONLY BEEN SEPARATED FROM HIS MOM FOR NOT EVEN A ... A: never tie a horse's legs. This little guy is young and missing him mom. He is looking for a leader ...
3 year old Mustange -- (www.freewebs.com/horseawareness)	2/25/2008
Q: I am having problems with my two horses. I am a 42 year old female with some horse sense. I ... A: Well, I must admit you made me lmao with your answer. You did seem offended by my answer but not my ...
12 year old quarter horse mare	2/25/2008
Q: Rick, I am starting to train my mare who is with my half Arab and half quarter and I might have the ... A: Hey Nate, all horses want the same thing, to feel safe, secure and know their place in the herd. ...
15 Year old bay gelding	2/25/2008
Q: Rick, Thanks for all the advice you have been giving me on training my 15 year old half Arab half ... A: Hey Nate, glad he is coming along nice. You don't want crow hops to turn into bucks, the more he ...
3 year old Mustange -- (www.freewebs.com/horseawareness)	2/23/2008
Q: I am having problems with my two horses. I am a 42 year old female with some horse sense. I ... A: Well not a success story. You are right about one thing, it is you. :( Not sure what your idea of ...
a scared horse	2/19/2008
Q: I am a 41 year old woman who has only been back on horses for 2 years. I just bought a 5 year old ... A: since most abused horses are abused by men, most abused horses are more scared of men. Don't keep ...
Colt separation from Mom	2/19/2008
Q: Rick, I am 50. I have had my Mare for two years. I have never "worked" with a horse (only rode ... A: Well, in this case, I would put him in with other horses, where mom could see him and they could ...
15 year old gelding	2/19/2008
Q: Rick, My name is Nate and i asked you a question about my horse always panicking and you gave me ... A: Hey Nate, you want a horse to learn to ride "between the reins". You do this by helping him find ...
Colt separation from Mom	2/18/2008
Q: Rick, I am 50. I have had my Mare for two years. I have never "worked" with a horse (only rode ... A: weaning is a personal choice. In the wild this is done naturally and without human interference. I ...
Horse confined in her stall	2/12/2008
Q: Where I ride, there's a mare kept in a dark large indoor stall that faces the aisle. From what ... A: A note may appear non-personal and could be confused, like what happens with emails often. I would ...
Horse Jumping Fence	2/11/2008
Q: I recently got a 5 year old morgan gelding (about 2 weeks ago). He has lately been jumping his ... A: OK, in order to give the best answer I would have to see the horse and see what causes this, how he ...
Box Stalls (wwwfreewebs.com/horseawareness)	2/8/2008
Q: ! and she great she still needs to learn how to move on commands and to walk with out me holding on ... A: Megan, you keep her in a box stall and she is bored, alone and scared. Horses will always develop ...
Dangerous bad habits	2/7/2008
Q: I have an Arabian mare named Emma who has recently picked up a bad habit of whenever I try to mount ... A: Here is an answer I gave to another person with the same issue. Read my website about kicking and ...
Wind Sucking (www.freewebs.com/horseawareness)	2/6/2008
Q: Hey, it's me again. The gal with the goat. You answered so quick I thought I would try you ... A: wind sucking is also called cribbing. There are two schools of thought on this. First I have never ...
Horse Striking Aggressively (www.freewebs.com/horseawareness)	2/5/2008
Q: I just recently took ownership of my dads horse due to the fact my dad can no longer ride... Well ... A: first his being herd bound is not a his problem, it is his nature, he is a horse and that is where ...
Bridling a horse (www.freewebs.com/horseawareness)	2/5/2008
Q: I am a first time horse owner & I have an 8 yr old paint named Awsome,I love him to pieces but I ... A: OK, thanks. You are not a fool for asking questions. If more people would do that they would not ...
Kicking People (www.freewebs.com/horseawareness)	2/4/2008
Q: I have a 3.5 year old arab/morgan gelding who I am currently training. He is very willing and ... A: how long ago was he gelded? Was he proud cut or done by vet? This could be why he is so dominant. ...
Getting a horse	2/3/2008
Q: I am 46 years old and have always dreamed of getting my own horse. We now have land and we are ... A: well a lot of your questions are personal choices. You are not too old, any age is good to own a ...
slowing the trot (www.freewebs.com/horseawareness)	2/2/2008
Q: i have a 5 year mare that i have had for 3 years now. i have been riding and showing now for about ... A: you have to learn to communicate with her better. Remember it is never the horse's fault. You have ...
Nervous Gelding (www.freewebs.com/horseawareness)	2/1/2008
Q: I have an 8 year old gelding. I received him 2 years ago. When he was brought to my home, he had ... A: well it sounds like the little guy was lucky to find you. Letting him roam with other horses is ...
Kicking door of Stall (www.freewebs.com/horseawareness)	2/1/2008
Q: I have a 21 year old mare. She's a doll! She comes to greet me when I walk out to the pasture. ... A: Rick Gore: Horses do best what they do the most! Hi Jen, this is a habit and has been reinforced ...
Can't catch my Pony (www.freewebs.com/horseawareness)	2/1/2008
Q: i am a 12 year old who has a 14.1hh pony I cant catch my pony bailey when i go to get him sometimes ... A: Rick Gore: Horses are herd animals and only know how to talk horse. They don't know how to talk ...
Gelding "Reven" kicking (www.freewebs.com/horseawareness)	1/31/2008
Q: You wanted to know a little more about him, well right now he has only had his feet trimmed and ... A: Rick Gore: Horses won't kick a higher horse. In the herd a horse will only kick or bite a lower ...
Horse Respect (www.freewebs.com/horseawareness)	1/31/2008
Q: I just got a 5 year old morgan gelding last saturday. I was wondering how I'm saposed to teach him ... A: your last horse was not bratty. She was a horse. A horse only knows how to be a horse. You are ...
Recently Blind Horse (www.freewebs.com/horseawareness)	1/29/2008
Q: I have had my appaloosa gelding for 9 years, he is now 15yrs. He was once a trained reining horse, ... A: I like a side pull better than bits. I am not a bit person. They tend to allow people an advantage ...
Horse runs off while mounting (www.freewebs.com/horsemanship)	1/29/2008
Q: Well I recently bought a six year old gelding from huge ranch in the texas panhandle, and I have ... A: I think you are right. Your brother did cause this. Most all horse problems are people problems. ...
Recently Blind Horse (www.freewebs.com/horseawareness)	1/28/2008
Q: I have had my appaloosa gelding for 9 years, he is now 15yrs. He was once a trained reining horse, ... A: this is delicate situation. Since you have had him for 9 years, you guys relationship is pretty ...
biting/bucking while mounting (www.freewebs.com/horseawareness)	1/26/2008
Q: Beginning in about September my horse has started trying to bite and kick when I stand on the ... A: Rick Gore: Most horse problems fall into two areas, fear or lack of respect. Finding out where ...
Sensitive Horse.	1/26/2008
Q: I ride my horses neice. Her name is Dot. She is kept next to my horse. Dot is a Quarab, and possibly ... A: Your question is not real clear, I don't know what you mean by you ride your horses neice? What kind ...
Moody Mare (www.freewebs.com/horseawareness)	1/25/2008
Q: My 8 year old mare, Can Can, has been declining in her general respect for me. Now, whenever I come ... A: Rick Gore: Remember you asked me for my opinion so if you don't like the answer, don't get mad me. ...
Feet Trimming (www.freewebs.com/horseawareness)	1/23/2008
Q: I have a 3.5 year old Morgan/Arabian gelding who is barefoot and untrained to pick up his feet. I ... A: Rick Gore: Horses do best what they do most, they like habits so they know what to expect. When ...
help with Fearful Gelding (www.freewebs.com/horseawareness)	1/22/2008
Q: i am writing this letter because i just read one of your answers to someones problem with their ... A: Rick Gore: There are no mean, hard-headed, stubborn, or crazy horses. These are all human terms ...
Horse Flipping Backwards (www.freewebs.com/horseawareness)	1/21/2008
Q: Jeanie is out of my daughter's thoroughbred mare, broke and saddled very easily, Recently she was ... A: Rick Gore: Horses only know how to be horses, understanding them and the way they think will fix ...
Breaking a growing habit	1/21/2008
Q: I have a 6 year old gelding who I have had for about 9 months. He gets worked with 3-7 times a week ... A: Rick Gore: Horses act out when they question their leader. Horses need direction and not ...
Colt Chewing (www.freewebs.com/horseawareness)	1/20/2008
Q: I have a 7 month old Quarter horse colt whom I've had since November I bought him to be a companion ... A: You're welcome, all the tapes are good and should help. All teach about the same msg, be ...
Breaking a 6 yr old Saddlebred (www.freewebs.com/horseawareness)	1/20/2008
Q: I have an expensive saddle horse bred with hot breeding lines. He has won 2 World Championships ... A: Rick Gore: Horse's buck from fear, pain or disrespect. Two of the three can be fixed. Hi ...
Colt Chewing (www.freewebs.com/horseawareness)	1/20/2008
Q: I have a 7 month old Quarter horse colt whom I've had since November I bought him to be a companion ... A: Rick Gore: Sorry don't get out of California too much. If you get here sometime, I would be happy to ...
Colt Chewing (www.freewebs.com/horseawareness)	1/19/2008
Q: I have a 7 month old Quarter horse colt whom I've had since November I bought him to be a companion ... A: Rick Gore: Finding the right horse trainer is very important. I have a question and answer on my ...
Lunging Problems (www.freewebs.com/horseawareness)	1/17/2008
Q: We adopted a dapple grey part arabian horse from the SPCA a few years ago. She has been a wonderful ... A: Rick Gore: Horses test leaders periodically to see if the leader is strong enough to keep the ...
Horse Won't Stand (www.freewebs.com/horseawareness)	1/17/2008
Q: Rick, I'm 19 and I have a three year old paint horse. I've had several other horse but this one is ... A: Rick Gore: Never sneeze behind a spooky horse. Horses do best what they do the most. Hi Angel, how ...
Chomping on the Bit (www.freewebs.com/horseawareness)	1/16/2008
Q: I have a 4 yr old QH mare that I have been riding since she was 2. Not hard riding, but arena work ... A: Rick Gore: Chewing on a bit is a nervous habit or pain related. Bits are not natural horsemanship ...
Horse looking for Leadership (www.freewebs.com/horseawareness)	1/14/2008
Q: We have leased this pony since May, 2007 and recently purchased him in November, 2007 for our 8 yo ... A: Rick Gore: Thanks for the additional information. Now I am convinced that it is a leadership ...
Fearful Horse New Owner (www.freewebs.com/horseawareness)	1/14/2008
Q: We have leased this pony since May, 2007 and recently purchased him in November, 2007 for our 8 yo ... A: Rick Gore: Children and horses can be dangerous. Not because horses are mean, but because horse ...
bad stall behavior	1/14/2008
Q: horse at stable has totally ruined stall kicks, eats boards all around stall. owner of horse says ... A: Rick Gore: Horses get bored and will develop bad habits when stalled. Hi Tammy, the more turn out ...
Biting Horse (www.freewebs.com/horseawareness)	1/13/2008
Q: This October I got a new POA yearling stud colt. My other four year old gelding Poa keeps biting ... A: Rick Gore: Horses have to establish a pecking order in order to protect the herd. The top horse is ...
Saddling Problems (www.freewebs.com/horseawareness)	1/13/2008
Q: How can I teach my horse not to bite or try to bite anymore when we saddle her? I have tried ... A: Rick Gore: Horse do best what they do most. They are creatures of habit until the habit is broken. ...
behavior issues	1/12/2008
Q: i have not long acquired a 17.1 gelderlander which was in a very bad state.He is now gaining weight ... A: I need a little more info please. How old is horse why was he in bad shape what bit did you use to ...
Bosal verses Snaffle Bit (www.freewebs.com/horseawareness)	1/12/2008
Q: Your site is very informative, thanks. I always here that a snaffle bit is the mildest and best ... A: Rick Gore: Metal bits in the mouth = Less Horsemanship, more pain, and a lack of partnership between ...
Breaking Mustang (www.freewebs.com/horseawareness)	1/12/2008
Q: I have been with this horse since the day she was born. Her ground manners are perfect and she ... A: Rick Gore: Any bit can hurt a horse, especially new young horses that are going to make mistakes. ...
Help, Gelding Behavior (www.freewebs.com/horseawareness)	1/11/2008
Q: In April of 2007, I bought a 5yo rocky mountain gelding. We did great together. My mom bought a ... A: Rick Gore: Horse behavior, training, disrespect, and aggression problems all come from people and ...
Age for horse training (www.freewebs.com/horseawareness)	1/11/2008
Q: Is two years old to young to break a quarter horse to ride? It is a gelding, he was not gelded until ... A: Rick Gore: Horse start training the day they are around people or another horse. Hi Hillari, If he ...
Kicking while being vaccinated (www.freewebs.com/horseawareness)	1/9/2008
Q: I have owned horses for about 20 yrs. and never had any trouble vaccinating them myself. I recently ... A: Rick Gore: Kicking is usually caused by fear, pain or lack of respect. Hi Angie, When you said ...
Agression	1/6/2008
Q: I work part time at a yard which has horses of various ages and disciplines, and generally the ... A: Sorry for not getting this sooner, I check pool questions every day and suddenly today 5 old ...
Horse Behavior and habits	1/3/2008
Q: I'm only 13 but have been around horses enough to no the basics.I just got a new horse and he came ... A: Rick Gore: Horse behavior is a reflection of the person. It is never the horse's fault. Hi ...
Stabling 2 horses, had one for 4 yrs, new one bought last week	1/2/2008
Q: I have read your advice on behavior issues and realize our 13 yr old Arabian gelding who we have had ... A: Rick Gore: Horses have to test each other to make sure the strongest and smartest is in charge. In ...
PMU Rescue Colt www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	1/1/2008
Q: 7 month colt from Canada, rescue. (Belgian/mix) Can't touch. I have put him in a stall and he ... A: Rick Gore: Horses live by being fearful, that is how they survive to live another day. This horse ...
Lunging	1/1/2008
Q: i have a quarter horse gelding who is four years old and has been lunging all his life, when we ... A: Rick Gore: Ground work is always important even after a horse is started. The old saying: Every ...
Stall Behavior, Horse kicking, Stall Vices www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	1/1/2008
Q: I have a 4-year-old quarter horse gelding named Peanut. I've had him for a little over a year. He ... A: Rick Gore: Remember a stall is like a jail cell to a horse. Open pasture is always best for the ...
Rearing and teaching a horse to tie	12/31/2007
Q: Rick, I have a 15 Year old gelding he is half Arabian and half quarter horse. I am in the process of ... A: Hey Nate, when you say pull himself off, I think you mean rears and pulls back, trying to break away ...
off track tb	12/30/2007
Q: Hey, thanks for volunteering your time, I appreciate it. My issue concerns a horse I purchased 1 ... A: Rick Gore: Horses don't care how much you know. They have to know that you care enough to be a ...
naughty toddler	12/28/2007
Q: my gelding is 5, so i exoect him to be a bit naughty but he is also violent, it scares me! im only ... A: Your horse is being in charge. He is pushing people around him because he does not respect them. A ...
Breaking a young quarter horse	12/28/2007
Q: I grew up on a ranch and have riden my whole life. I have recently moved away and have a friend that ... A: Hey Chad, sounds like the little guy is doing well. A snaffle bit is actually designed to be a ...
ornery 2 yr old	12/27/2007
Q: I bought a RMHA/KMSHA colt at 1 month old, and have spent HOURS with him, desensitizing, backing, ... A: Rick Gore: Horses learn by curiosity, testing and exploring. This is a great trait and shows ...
Stop Bucking, Rearing, Horse Training	12/25/2007
Q: Rick - I just bought a horse. He had not been ridden for almost 18 months. I watched his owner ... A: Rick Gore: Bucking is usually related to fear, disrespect and sometimes freshness. Hey Mike, not ...
training a green mustang	12/24/2007
Q: I purchased a lovely 6 yo mustang/qh cross a few months ago. All the training she had had was ... A: Rick Gore: Mustangs are the best horses around. Mainly because they have had little or no exposure ...
Understanding a Horse www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	12/23/2007
Q: I got her and started doing rounds in the round pin and she got a little nerves with out her buddy ... A: Rick Gore: Horsemanship and Leadership is what a horse wants. They need direction not correction. ...
naughty toddler	12/21/2007
Q: my gelding is 5, so i exoect him to be a bit naughty but he is also violent, it scares me! im only ... A: Rick Gore: Horses expect leadership or they will take charge. They need direction and not ...
Nervous horse	12/21/2007
Q: i have a really nervous standardbred gelding. He used to be a pacer and now i have got him for a ... A: Rick Gore: Horses have survived for millions of year by being nervous. A horse sometimes has to ...
Horse Training www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	12/20/2007
Q: I have this horse that lets you do any thing to her .Even put the saddle on but she does not move ... A: Rick Gore: A horse would always rather do right than wrong, if only they could know the difference. ...
Breaking a young quarter horse	12/20/2007
Q: I grew up on a ranch and have riden my whole life. I have recently moved away and have a friend that ... A: Rick Gore: In Natural Horsemanship we don't break horses we start them! :) Hey Chad, I never start ...
how much feed?	12/20/2007
Q: i have a draft colt -shire- he was 6 months when i got him. he is around 18 months now. i have ... A: Rick Gore: Be careful not to love your horse to death. Hi Lori, you have been feeding him for over ...
Neck Reining Question	12/19/2007
Q: There is a horse we are considering purchasing.....one issue we're concerned with....he will neck ... A: Rick Gore: Horses are a reflection of their rider or owner. Hi Suzann, Neck reining is a word ...
Kicking	12/18/2007
Q: I just bought a 5 year old mare who keeps kicking my other one (who's pregnant). It's only the ... A: Rick Gore: Horse kicking is normal herd behavior. If you think like a horse you will be able to ...
heavy on the forehand	12/17/2007
Q: I have a 8 year old Haflinger gelding and have trained him myself. I am currently trying to get him ... A: Rick Gore: To err is human, but to blame the horse is more human. Hi Ashley, I have read you ...
Cowboy Weather	12/17/2007
Q: I have heard that the old farmers and cowboys can tell the weather by watching horses. Is this true ... A: Rick Gore: Cowboy Weather, I have added a page on this topic at my website. Farmers and Cattlemen ...
Hobbles	12/17/2007
Q: I am not sure if hobbles are kind. Taking away the horses feet seems mean to me? Can you explain? A: Rick Gore: www.freewebs.com/horseawareness, Hobbles are kind and will teach your horse to stand and ...
Spooking, Sacking Out, and Arena Riding	12/16/2007
Q: im Victoria. I recently have bought a horse of my own. he is 7 years of age and he hasn't been rode ... A: Rick Gore: Horses have very complex eyes; they see different things in each eye to help spot ...
horse behavior	12/16/2007
Q: ! and now hes really nippy and hes stays out in the pasture all night but there are shelter he can ... A: Rick Gore: Take care of your Horsemanship and it will take care of you. Hi Selena, Lots of ...
breaking	12/13/2007
Q: I have a 17 month old tenneessee walking horse and I need to know how to break her! she is good a ... A: your question is like saying I just bought a new car, how do I rebuild the engine, replace the ...
Starting Horses and Natural Horsemanship	12/13/2007
Q: I have a 17 month old Tennessee walking horse and I need to know how to break her but she is a joy ... A: Rick Gore: Asking someone to tell me how to break a horse is like asking someone to tell how to ...
one more question	12/12/2007
Q: How much land would be adequate for one pony and two pygmy goats? What is the minimum I could have ... A: Hey Justin, there are varied land verses animal beliefs out there. Depending on if you plan on ...
Pony	12/12/2007
Q: I am thinking about getting a pony and I have found one that I like, she is a shetland pony born May ... A: Hey Justin, I answered your other questions first. Getting a pony is a life time and I mean life ...
Colt Stud Training www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	12/12/2007
Q: I recently purchased a colt stud about 1 yr. old, I would like to know the best way to train him to ... A: Rick Gore: Horse training and horse behavior is understanding the horse and thinking like a horse. ...
seperating a mare and baby	12/10/2007
Q: I have recently gotten 5 horses. Which two of them were given to me a mother and her baby and the ... A: Not sure if you got half an answer, but while typing, I got kicked out. I will start over in case ...
unseating rider	12/8/2007
Q: I have an 8 year old Irish sport horse, she is a mare that I have had for 5 years. She is stabled ... A: sorry to hear about your ankle and your horse issues. Without being there and seeing this first ...
Confidence	12/6/2007
Q: When I first bought Ziggy I wasnt confident at all.I bought him from a rising school and stayed for ... A: Ok Sophie, some things I am going to tell you, you may not like. But hear me out. Without seeing ...
Bosal Use	12/6/2007
Q: Is a bosal better than a snaffle bit? A: absolutely a Bosal is much better than a Snaffle. That is from the horse's point of view. Some may ...
loading	12/4/2007
Q: "i am very frustrated and need your help bad. i purchased a QUARTER HORSE in september and he ... A: I have a section about trailer loading on my horse site. www.freewebs.com/horseawareness Go to the ...
naughty colt	12/4/2007
Q: my mother brought him home from the Maitland horse sale about 15months ago he was born there and his ... A: first your colt is not naughty. He is being a colt. :) He is getting to his twos (almost two) and ...
Confidence	12/2/2007
Q: When I first bought Ziggy I wasnt confident at all.I bought him from a rising school and stayed for ... A: I need a little more info. How old are you? what is your horse experience, how old is the horse, ...
18year old mare, or 14 year old gelding	12/1/2007
Q: I am holding both a 18year old mare and a 14 year old gelding. If i were to get the 18 year old ... A: it depends on a few things. If the 18 yr has been well cared for, in good shape, is feed well and ...
horse wont load	11/29/2007
Q: my horse turned three in July, and we are wanting to get her broke. we finally found a guy we might ... A: being 16 is old enough to do anything you want with this horse. And if I say something in my answer ...
horse wont load	11/28/2007
Q: my horse turned three in July, and we are wanting to get her broke. we finally found a guy we might ... A: always remember to think like a horse. A trailer is scary, closed area, with no way out and makes a ...
mustang	11/27/2007
Q: I have a 10 year old mare who came to our stable with a couple of other horses, the people who ... A: good job so far. I think you have a saved this horse from a lifetime of fear and misery. Your ...
Cannot catch a 7 month old colt	11/26/2007
Q: We have a colt that is in a stall now.(was in pature with 3 other colts) He has never been handled ... A: I will try and give you a few suggestions. I have a few stock answers that I save to attach to ...
Building Muscle in My Mare	11/26/2007
Q: I have an 8 year old Foundation Quarter Horse mare who had a filly back in May. I have just recently ... A: I like rice bran to put on weight. If the mare is still nursing, that will be taking some vitamins ...
ridding	11/25/2007
Q: I was just wondering if a pony has to be worked every day. Please help me Thank you Ashleigh x A: Not familiar with the term playing up and on right rein? I think you are talking about her right ...
Stall Sharing Bad Behavior	11/22/2007
Q: Rick, I just moved two horses from one barn to a better facility. My two horses were in separate ... A: this sounds normal and I agree it will work out. The mare is just establishing the rules and making ...
Horse Problems www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	11/19/2007
Q: I was on a horse that with out signal, to my knowledge, bowed in the middle of the arena, while I ... A: Rick Gore: Horse learn behavior from habit and cues. A horse is a reflection of his his rider, so ...
Three year old peruvian pasos	11/19/2007
Q: I just got two horses that are three years old and have never been worked with or even haltered. I ... A: congrats on your new horses. Not sure if you have other horses or have ever owned horses, but ...
Tying a Horse www.freewebs.com/horseawareness	11/19/2007
Q: i started breaking her gently and have tried bagging in which she proceeded to rear up whilst ... A: Rick Gore: Horse training is about understanding a horse. To do this you need to think like a ...
nibbler	11/16/2007
Q: I have a colt that is 17 months old, he has a nibbling problem, that he wants to chew on everything ... A: Well at least he not trying to bite you aggressively. :) His issue is a habit that has probably ...
old broodmare	11/11/2007
Q: I have recently aquired an old broodmare that is also saddle broke and a 20 yr old quarter pony ... A: Sounds like you are taking good care of these guys. When you say they are acting like mare and ...
Training a 6mo old philly	11/11/2007
Q: We have just purchased a 6mo old philly. This is our first horse and need advice on what to be ... A: Sounds great. Showing her in 4H is very good, any exposure to different areas, trailering, people, ...
Aggressive gelding	11/11/2007
Q: I just bought a 14 yr old gelding that is being boarded at my friends 7 acre farm with 2 mares and a ... A: Ok it sounds like you have done some good things. I really think the feeding in different piles ...
Training a 6mo old philly	11/10/2007
Q: We have just purchased a 6mo old philly. This is our first horse and need advice on what to be ... A: congrats on your first horse. You can do a lot to prepare her for training. However, I would not ...
Aggressive gelding	11/10/2007
Q: I just bought a 14 yr old gelding that is being boarded at my friends 7 acre farm with 2 mares and a ... A: herd behavior can be tough to watch sometime. The aggressive gelding is being a horse and ...
miniature horses	11/9/2007
Q: I have recently purchased my first mini. I am interested in show him at a later date. I am seeking ... A: I see your question is old. I do not know much about showing, but if you look at the other experts, ...
kicking in pasture	11/9/2007
Q: I have a 4 and a half year old mare standardbred who raced about 7 times. I have had her for about 3 ... A: sounds like you have a good grasp on this. I would say don't get in the habit of making excuses for ...
Lunging Problems	11/9/2007
Q: I have a 6-year-old Morgan hunter pleasure gelding. He always has a ton of energy, and I usually ... A: sorry it took so long, I just got this question. If you have trainers coming and rescuing you, they ...
aboused horse	11/9/2007
Q: i baby her as much a i can to get her to like me. what to do? A: I am glad to hear that this horse has a better home now. You did not go into your horse experience, ...
2 year old rearing	11/4/2007
Q: I recently adopted a 2-year old filly. She was bought at an auction and was extremely thin, skin ... A: this could be caused by many things. One could be that she is feeling good, has energy now that she ...
My horse is mean in the stall!	11/3/2007
Q: Rick, I recently got a 5y/o welsh TB cross. She is really good in the ring and at shows, but ... A: this is a symptom of other issues. The advice you got both sound reasonable for the reason he may ...
Training 7 month old	11/2/2007
Q: I am looking for some advice on training my new 7 month old horse. Her dad was a Thoroughbred and ... A: Your question is good, but the answer would take books and years to answer. Not sure what your ...
yearling stud colt	10/30/2007
Q: Hey. I have a 1 1/2 year old stud colt. He is alone on pasture. However, recently, he will just ... A: It sounds like he is testing you and might be winning. You can try a couple of things. One is to ...
trick training	10/30/2007
Q: How can I train my horse to bow, sit, lay down, shake, and rear up? Any help I could get would help! A: trick training takes time and can be trouble once you teach a trick. If a horse leans to lay down, ...
yearling stud colt	10/29/2007
Q: Hey. I have a 1 1/2 year old stud colt. He is alone on pasture. However, recently, he will just ... A: Horses are very social and need a buddy or they get bored and into trouble or develop bad habits. ...
change in behaviour	10/24/2007
Q: We have a 4 year old gelding which we bought at a 3 year old who had just been gelded, he was very ... A: not sure why he doing this, but he is being disrespectful and this will get worse and will move to ...
Bucking at the Canter	10/9/2007
Q: I own a 7y/o appendix gelding and he bucks when I ask him to canter. I have had a vet out to ... A: if you canter him in a round pen with no saddle, does he still buck? Saddle fit could be the issue ...
Saddling problems	10/5/2007
Q: Jeff, I sent the wrong address for reply in my last email question. Please reply to this one instead ... A: sounds like you have a great horse. He was scared by the saddle and that experience. Hate to say ...

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