5 things to do – gaining safety by a horse (Part one).
This article is about 5 things to do, to optimize your safety along the animal.
A) Be aware; if you do not know the horse, that you are handling extremely well, do always approach and work with the horse from the left side, when you are saddling. The reason for this are, that many horses have been accustomed to only being approached or work on their left side. Of course, this may not be the case with all horses, but is count for 80% - at least. But better safe, than kicked.
Due to the problem about the left side approach and working, teach your hose in it early years, to approach and work with it from both sides. Make sure, that the horse is calm, when you approach it.
B) Also be aware; if you do not know the horse at all, do not make sudden movements or noises around it. Some horses are very sensitive to sudden noise and sudden movements and this action could result in injury – due to startle. When you pet a horse, do always scrub or scratch it gently, never a slap. Get the horse used to your actions and movements. Show the horse, that you are friendly. You could expect some kind of action, that is kicking or biting, if you slap it to hard. Most horses likes scrubbing or scratching, but dislikes slapping.
C) Communicate with the horse in a gently and calm, bur firm tone. Do always let the horse to know, what you intend to do with it. For Example, if you saddle a horse, show the saddle to the horse, approach it gently, let the horse feel the saddle gently and so on. Small steps all the way.
D) Do never walk under a step or a tied lead rope and when the horse is on cross-ties, do not walk under its neck to get to the other side. Always let the hose have you in sight. In this way, you still in control with the horse and the situation, if a situation is escalating.
E) Do not leave a halter on a horse, if its loose. A horse might accidently get it caught on a fence, which could result in severe damage and even possible death, if the horse panics.
onsdag den 13. august 2008
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Horse-Safety ( Part one )
5 things to do – gaining safety by a horse (Part one).
This article is about 5 things to do, to optimize your safety along the animal.
Every year, I am sad to see, both adults and children get hurt by a horse. This gave me the idea for this short article. Teach this few principles to your kids, if they are alone with the animal.
A) Do always, both adults and kids wear proper safe clothing, and use safe equipment of best quality. Remember to wear boots or hard-toed shoes to protect your feet, if you are stepped on. A lot of injuries is actually happening on the ground, so always wear a helmet, both riding or not.
B) Do always calm the horse, when approaching the animal. Like a car, a horse has several blind angles and would not like to be surprised. Always speak to the horse in a calm tone, when approaching the horse or working the horse. In this way, it always acknowledges your presence.
C) The best way to approach a horse is not by front or rear. Always approach the hose by its shoulder or the side. Do never stand still directly in front of or behind a horse. It could be fatal.
D) A good advice is to always make sure, that the horse knows – where you are. Talk to the horse or keep a finger or a hand on it all the time. That makes the horse calm and safe. When you walk the horse, go at least 15 feet or so away from the horses body, so it cant kick you. If you are using a latter, remember to hold one hand at his rump all the time. In this case, he will stay aware – that you are still present.
E) Never use or wrap any equipment that is not attached to the horse around the horse or around your self. This includes lunge lines, and ropes.
This article is about 5 things to do, to optimize your safety along the animal.
Every year, I am sad to see, both adults and children get hurt by a horse. This gave me the idea for this short article. Teach this few principles to your kids, if they are alone with the animal.
A) Do always, both adults and kids wear proper safe clothing, and use safe equipment of best quality. Remember to wear boots or hard-toed shoes to protect your feet, if you are stepped on. A lot of injuries is actually happening on the ground, so always wear a helmet, both riding or not.
B) Do always calm the horse, when approaching the animal. Like a car, a horse has several blind angles and would not like to be surprised. Always speak to the horse in a calm tone, when approaching the horse or working the horse. In this way, it always acknowledges your presence.
C) The best way to approach a horse is not by front or rear. Always approach the hose by its shoulder or the side. Do never stand still directly in front of or behind a horse. It could be fatal.
D) A good advice is to always make sure, that the horse knows – where you are. Talk to the horse or keep a finger or a hand on it all the time. That makes the horse calm and safe. When you walk the horse, go at least 15 feet or so away from the horses body, so it cant kick you. If you are using a latter, remember to hold one hand at his rump all the time. In this case, he will stay aware – that you are still present.
E) Never use or wrap any equipment that is not attached to the horse around the horse or around your self. This includes lunge lines, and ropes.
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