A reader asks for suggestions for teaching or encouraging her mare to pee before getting in the trailer, and if it’s possible to break the mare’s trailer-peeing habit. Read Dr. Sue McDonnell’s answer!
How will the horses that survived the San Luis Rey Downs Training Center fire respond to moving back to the facility? An equine behavior expert shares her insight.
A reader wants to know about possible reasons behind a 14-year-old stallion’s seemingly unprovoked aggressive behavior.
Mules are extremely quick learners. Here are a few things to remember when working with them.
My horse is terrified of cows. Is there anything I can do to help him?
A reader wonders if there’s a connection between a horse’s spooky behavior and hearing impairment.
A reader seeks advice for introducing a new companion to her horse after his pasturemate’s death.
How does a veterinary behaviorist know for sure something is or is not a psychological problem?
What might cause a horse to scratch or drag a leg while he’s lying down?
Learn how to teach your horse an alternate response to triggering stimuli.
Have horses been known to show significant behavior changes right before death? If so, why does this happen?
Should you let a horse dwell on a spooky object?
How effective are appeasing pheromones for reducing nervousness or anxiety in horses?
Is it possible that some horses, like people, are born with a highly sensitive nervous system?
Our “Why Does My Horse Do That?” winner wants to know why her mare’s buddy licks the mare after meals.
My horse is “reverse bridle shy.” What can I do to help this habit?
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