Behavior

Here’s the latest research on this strange, incurable behavior, including possible cribbing causes, cribbing dangers and myths, plus seven ways to manage cribbing.

A yawn can signal something other than boredom or drowsiness, it may mean a horse is frustrated or unhappy.

Horse owners often pick up on a horse’s cranky mood from his body language, and the latest research is showing that horses can also tell when a human is angry based on facial expressions.

Even the worst feeding-related behavioral problems can be solved with patient and consistent training.

Here are 10 ways to reduce a horse’s anxiety without resorting to sedatives or tranquilizers.

Repeated concussion can lead to footsoreness and hoof cracks.

You describe your horse’s most appealing physical or behavioral trait.

With a few simple exercises a horse can learn to accept having his hooves handled.

Research suggests that mares are more attracted to stallions who have deeper whinnies.

Here are a few reasons your horse might be dunking each mouthful of hay he eats.

New research suggests that your horse may seek shade for a different reason than you might have thought.

As a natural horsemanship clinician for more than two decades, I have learned that horses can help people become not only better riders but better partners, friends and parents.

Learn the reasons behind many puzzling horse behaviors and what you can do to manage them.

An equine behaviorist teaches you the why, and expert trainers teach you the how behind your horse’s anticipation—so you can nix it now.

A trusting relationship will not only help resolve a horse’s aversion to having his ears handled but will head off future behavioral problems.

Contrary to popular belief, pawing may have nothing to do with boredom.

Mealtime can cause an uproar in a barn full of horses. Try these tips for some bring peace and quiet.

An expert rider gives advice when a young, healthy horse suddenly loses interest in jumping.