How to Get a Shy Horse to Trust

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Don't do anything violent towards the horse.

   This also includes within earshot of the horse or where it can see you.
   
   Violent behaviour sparks the instinct in the horse to flee. , For especially shy horses, treat them when they let you pet them.
   
   Buy horse treats or fruits such as apples.
   
   At first, pet the horse where it can see you
   - neck, shoulders.
   
   When you are confident, try rubbing and stroking the horse gently on the cheeks, legs, and hindquarters., Horses are curious creatures.
   
   It may be worth sitting on a fence, or in the corner of the stable reading out loud or just talking to them; let the horse come to you.
   
   If you go to them, this ruins the whole point of the exercise.
   
   An animal that feels in control and responding to its own interest is less likely to feel flighty.
   
   Let the horse nudge and sniff you before reaching out to pet it. , When out riding, try the simple step of murmuring or talking in a low voice to the horse.
   
   Tell your horse about your day! This close communication can help a bond to form and the horse will grow attached to your voice and learn to trust it., Trust is an element of time.
   
   Never assume that the horse will trust you after a few days.
   
   Congratulate your horse both verbally with talking, and physically with petting.
   
   Realize that trust needs to worked on continuously., Horses feel your emotions in the way you ride.
   
   You must seem relaxed but alert... practice that stance and work on your confidence.
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   Step 2: Provide treats.

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   Step 3: Pique its curiosity.

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   Step 4: Speak quietly and rhythmically around your horse.

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   Step 5: Keep working on building trust at all times.

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   Step 6: Earn trust from your horse by being confident when riding.

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