Feed-Time Aggression Fix Q: Help! What do I do, my horses are crowding me when I go into their pen to feed them and it’s just scary to have them so close and on top of me. Plus, I want my husband to help with feeding, but having the horses so pushy and not allowing […]
Mind Your Manners
Horse Tip Daily #1 – Julie Goodnight On Eating Aggression
Grieving The Loss
A grieving horse may constantly look for his missing friend—checking out the empty stall and waiting for a return that won’t come. When horses realize another won’t return, dynamics within the herd can quickly change. Dear Julie, My 8-year-old Thoroughbred gelding just lost his favorite buddy and is having a tough time adjusting. My older […]
Settling In
It can take weeks for new horses to settle into an established herd—be prepared to see aggressive behavior during the initial introduction. Adding a male to a female brood can extend the time and add extra stress Dear Julie, Two weeks ago I introduced my new Appaloosa gelding to my well-established and friendly mare and […]
Attacks In Round Pen
Safety Concerns: Introducing To New Herd, New Feed
Are Mules More Difficult Than Horses?
Issues From The Saddle: Must Be In Front On Trail
Question Category: Issues from the Saddle Question: Dear Ms. Goodnight, I have a 15-year-old quarter horse, MAX, who decided he does not want to be the second horse out on the trail. I ride alone most of the time but do enjoy the company of others. When he feels any competition from another horse he […]
Issues From The Ground: Horse Turns And Faces When I Ask Him To Longe
Question Category: Issues from the Ground Question: Hi Julie – First, thank you for all of the helpful advice on your Web site. I also have a library of your DVDs about Lead Line Leadership and riding and several CDs having to do with confidence in riding and private lessons with you. Love it all! […]