Loving Boundaries For Young Horses

Written by Thomas Rast.

Boundaries are so important in our relationship with horses. It is a difficult topic and one of the most challenging things to do consistently and in a fair way for most horse owners.

Whenever I set a boundary to my horse, my motivation behind is always the love for my horse.

I want my horse to be able to live comfortably in our human's world. I want it to be easy for my horse to deal with all the restrictions that come with living in our world.

Loving a horse doesn’t mean that I let him do whatever he wants to do. Loving my horse means most importantly to ensure his long term safety and happiness.

Foal Education - Maserati’s Kindergarten Time - Giving the Hoofs [Slideshow]

Written by Gabi Neurohr.

Gabi Neurohr Foal Education - cleaning out front hoof

Every foal needs to learn to give the hoofs. It is an essential skill, but it can be a challenge to teach it. Who doesn’t know issues like kicking or leaning all the weight on just the one foot you want to pick up? Learn by the example of my foal Maserati how to prepare your young horse step by step for the farrier.

Young Horse Education - 4 innate ways of learning

Written by Gabi Neurohr.

Young Horse Education - young Shagya mare explores the bridge

We wish to do everything right with our youngsters. This can be a big burden on our shoulders. Young horses learn a lot of everyday things “by the way.” Learn how you can direct and shape your young horses learning experiences into a good direction by knowing the 4 ways of innate learning.

Foal Education - Maserati conquers his fear of water [Slideshow]

Written by Gabi Neurohr.

How can I prepare my young horses that they won’t be afraid of water later? Every rider knows it: the horses fear of water puddles. Some horses really freak out at the sight of the shiny, reflecting and wet surfaces. During the last weeks we had a lot of rain and a little lake built in the field of my horses.

I took advantage of it and showed my young horses Tara and Maserati how much fun they can have with water.

Foal Education - How to Set Healthy Boundaries for Your Foal [Slideshow]

Written by Gabi Neurohr.

Gabi Neurohr Foal Education - Mathilde gets crowded by two foals

Foals are wonderful - there is (almost) nothing better in the world. At least for me. But they are playful, they try to bite, can be invasive, kick and rear if we don’t pay attention. Setting boundaries can be hard at times, especially when it is about cute foals. What does it take to set boundaries in fairness and without emotions on both sides?

2 Easy Ways to Help your Foal to Become a Brave Horse [Slide Shows]

Written by Gabi Neurohr.

Gabi Neurohr Young Horse Training - in the pasture with foal and umbrella

Will your foal one day be a spooky horse or better a brave horse full of confidence and trust? Learn 2 effective and fun ways, how you to influence your foal’s level of confidence for life!

Foal Education - Maserati Kindergarten Time - Exploring New Things [Slideshow]

Written by Thomas Rast.

Gabi Neurohr Young Horse Training - foal Maserati explores a log

Maserati is taking his first real walk together with his mother Mazirah, who is his role model. There are so many things to explore! Observing how mum is playing with water, jumping a big log, walking through a forest and even loading into the trailer for the first time!

Young Horse Education - Tara Learns Trailer Loading [Slideshow]

Written by Thomas Rast.

Gabi Neurohr Young Horse Education - Shagya filli Tara in the horse truck

After I had done different preparations for Trailer loading with Tara, she was ready for the next step. With good preparations, trailer loading can become so easy - even for a very young horse. Tara is learning that loading into a vehicle is nothing to be afraid of, but a skill she can master with ease.

Foal Education - Maserati and the worm paste [Slideshow]

Written by Thomas Rast.

Gabi Neurohr Young Horse Training - deworming a foal

Worm paste is a necessary evil and source for many unpleasant fights with horses. Maserati is learning in a fun and pleasant way that taking a worming paste isn’t so bad after all. What could be the magical ingredient?

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