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Is Your Horse Anxious? Try These Calming Tips

Published 5 months ago • 1 min read

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If your horse struggles with anxiety during training, trail rides, or at the starting gate, you're not alone. Managing equine stress is critical for performance and well-being, and I’ve put together a new article to help.

In this article, I share:

✅ Groundwork and Desensitization Tips: Build confidence and trust with your horse.
✅ Breathing and Routine Techniques: Simple methods to keep your horse calm.
✅ Environmental Adjustments: How small changes can reduce anxiety.
✅ Feeding Strategies for a Relaxed Horse: Explore non-supplement solutions.

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👉 Calming Techniques for Horses: Reduce Equine Anxiety Naturally​

After years of working with racehorses and performance horses, I’ve learned that a calm horse performs better and enjoys the work more. These techniques have made a real difference for my horses—and I’m confident they can help yours too.

If you know other horse owners who would find this helpful, feel free to share!

Wishing you and your horse a calm and enjoyable ride,​
​Miles Henry​
​HorseRacingSense.com

31049 Ambassador Drive, Independence, LA 70443
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Hi! I'm Miles Henry.

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