How to Pet a Wild Horse
When attempting to deal with any animal, the best approach is to understand how it communicates and thus communicate with it., Always approach the horse from the side., Move toward the horse gradually, talking to it in a low, soothing voice as you...
Step-by-Step Guide
-
Step 1: When attempting to deal with any animal
You need to get to know exactly how horses act, and what their actions mean so you can 'talk' to them using their communication system. -
Step 2: the best approach is to understand how it communicates and thus communicate with it.
A horse's eyes are on the sides of its head, so it cannot see directly in front or behind.
If a horse can sense you but can't see you, it will probably get spooked and might accidentally injure you., Make sure you're very calm and cautious, as any sudden movements or loud noises may startle the horse. , This body language will be interpreted as "I won't harm you" by the horse.
Continue to approach the horse in this position until you are close enough to touch it. , Gently stroke the horse's neck.
If he resists at first, stop for awhile, while talking to him in a soothing voice.
Then, try again.
If every time you touch him he runs or trots away (sometimes horses who don't want to be caught will do this), sit down in the pasture or corral facing away from the horse and just wait.
Do not do this if your horse has a tendency to kick, or move carelessly and might injure you.
Most horses are very curious, so he should gradually come towards you, making sure that you don't notice him.
If after 5 minutes or so of no progress, get a treat, hold it, and try again.
Remember not to give your horse the treat until he at least lets your rest your palm on him. -
Step 3: Always approach the horse from the side.
-
Step 4: Move toward the horse gradually
-
Step 5: talking to it in a low
-
Step 6: soothing voice as you do so.
-
Step 7: When you are near the horse
-
Step 8: slow down and imitate a nicker as well as you can.
-
Step 9: Reach out your hand
-
Step 10: making sure that your fingers are pressed together and not splayed out.
Detailed Guide
You need to get to know exactly how horses act, and what their actions mean so you can 'talk' to them using their communication system.
A horse's eyes are on the sides of its head, so it cannot see directly in front or behind.
If a horse can sense you but can't see you, it will probably get spooked and might accidentally injure you., Make sure you're very calm and cautious, as any sudden movements or loud noises may startle the horse. , This body language will be interpreted as "I won't harm you" by the horse.
Continue to approach the horse in this position until you are close enough to touch it. , Gently stroke the horse's neck.
If he resists at first, stop for awhile, while talking to him in a soothing voice.
Then, try again.
If every time you touch him he runs or trots away (sometimes horses who don't want to be caught will do this), sit down in the pasture or corral facing away from the horse and just wait.
Do not do this if your horse has a tendency to kick, or move carelessly and might injure you.
Most horses are very curious, so he should gradually come towards you, making sure that you don't notice him.
If after 5 minutes or so of no progress, get a treat, hold it, and try again.
Remember not to give your horse the treat until he at least lets your rest your palm on him.
About the Author
Christina Murphy
A passionate writer with expertise in crafts topics. Loves sharing practical knowledge.
Rate This Guide
How helpful was this guide? Click to rate: