Helping Anxious Horses Find Calm, Confidence & Self-Regulation
About this episode
Mark Langley discusses the emotional causes of anxiety in horses and offers practical solutions for helping them find calm and confidence.
Why do some horses remain anxious, reactive, or constantly on high alert no matter how much experience they have? In this episode, Mark answers member questions about highly anxious horses, reactive off-the-track Thoroughbreds, hypervigilant horses that struggle to relax, and horses that lack confidence on the trail. If you’ve ever wondered why your horse struggles to settle, constantly scans the environment, or reacts strongly to pressure, this episode offers valuable insights into the emotional causes behind these behaviours and practical ways to help your horse develop genuine confidence. Want personalised guidance with your horse? Join the Mark Langley Horsemanship Online Membership for access to hundreds of training videos, detailed educational courses, practical exercises, member Q&A sessions, and the opportunity to better understand your horse’s behaviour, emotions and training challenges. Learn more at www.marklangley.com.au
People in this episode
Host: Mark Langley
Topics covered
- anxious horses
- confidence
- self-regulation
- reactive horses
- training techniques
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Mark Langley Horsemanship
Products: Mark Langley Horsemanship Online Membership
Places: www.marklangley.com.au
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