I am very troubled by this she always seems to push me away with her head when i tie her up and "yawn" continously while showing her teeth. It very odd please what does this mean and how can i stop it?
2006-11-03 11:49:16 · 18 answers · asked by Sango 2 in Pets ➔ Other - Pets
When a horse pushes you away with their head its a sign the they feel as the are the dominent one. That is something you must correct to recieve the respect you would like as a horse owner. There are many different ways of fixing that problem and you can contact my email, tha_good_stuf@yahoo.com , if you want more info. When a horse yawns it means there is something in their throat, not that they are, beyond popular belief, tired. Usually some hay is in there, or whatever they were eating before. If he does yawn constintly it could be a bad sign and he is going through some sort of oral, abdominal, or other pain. If he continues to do it you may want to contact a vet.
Best of luck :)
2006-11-04 03:51:41 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
A martingale will not help you. Martingales prevent the horse from throwing the head into the air, they allow the horse to stretch the head down, usually freely depending on how it is adjusted. Also, unless you are driving, there is no "strap" to hold a horse's head up. Generally speaking, where a horse carries his head depends on muscling, his level of training, whether he is working correctly or not, and whether he is comfortable physically, with his tack, and with his rider. Is the horse diving/ rooting his nose down, or simply relaxing and stretching to the bit? A horse does not need to be trained to drop his head. A quiet rider allowing the horse to relax when he is working correctly from the hind end will naturally drop his head and come to the bit. If he is light in your hand, this is extremely desirable for any horse. If his head is down, his back is up, which means that he is starting to engage the correct muscles that will help him stay healthy and sound longer than if he's not working correctly. If a horse is tearing around the arena with it's head in the air, it means that the back is hollow, the horse is not relaxed, and is uncomfortable in some way. However, if the horse is leaning on your hand in the canter and is very heavy in your hand, simply give a half-halt with the inside rein (or the rein that he tries to get away from more*) when the shoulders come up in the canter stride to help lighten the forehand. Note, if you use your inside rein when the shoulders are down in the canter stride, it should stop the canter, so timing is everything.
2016-03-28 06:03:25 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Are you sure that the nudge isn't affection? Horses are big animals and what we might think is annoying might be their way of showing affection.
The yawning thing, I don't know. I've heard that horses yawn a lot when they have headaches. But being that she always does these two motions together I would doubt that.
Are you getting ready to ride or is this just when you are visiting with her? I was thinking it might possibly be that she is bored waiting for you to saddle her up to go for a ride?
2006-11-03 11:53:36 · answer #3 · answered by msnite1969 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Nudging you with her head is to get your attention or she is using you as a scratching post. As to the yawning thing watch her and see if she is curling her tongue to the side against her teeth. If so it could mean a couple things. She may have a sharp spot on one of her teeth, think of how you run your tongue along you teeth when something is stuck there like a popcorn hull. The other explanation could be that it's just an annoying habit she learned to amuse herself. This was the case with my stallion, he would curl his tongue to the side and run it along his teeth. A friend of mine has a horse who sticks his tongue out the side of his mouth when he is bored.
Have your vet check her teeth for sharp edges. If none are found then your horse had a habit for amusement.
2006-11-03 12:10:11 · answer #4 · answered by CHill 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
unless she is trying to bite you it doesn't seem like a problem. if it rly bugs u then when she does it put the palm of ur hand under her head and give her head a push so she raises it and step closer again. it will teach her that that makes u unhappy without being mean because she doesn't sound like she is trying to be mean. maybe just playing around.
2006-11-03 11:54:44 · answer #5 · answered by i.WoNt.SaY.iT. 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My 32 year old mare has always done this. Affection but usually just using me as a scratching post. Just be careful though because she did it to my mum and the buckle on the halter took a deep gouge out my mums face as mum was facing forward. (Purely accidental ) I usually turn my back and let her have a good scratch if she wants. but remember they are a lot heavier than we are
cheers
2006-11-05 14:49:15 · answer #6 · answered by Arabian gal Aus 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
its kinda a good thing and a bad thing, cuz it means your horse loves you and has accepted you, but it is also a sign of dominence, by rubbing her head on you.
so just gently push her head away, or rub her face with your hand, thats what i do with my horse.
you cant really entirley get your horse to stop it unless you constantly wack them on the face, but then they dont really like you anymore after that
good luck
2006-11-03 13:56:06 · answer #7 · answered by dani 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Horses are very intelligent animals. Maybe she's telling you she loves you, and as you're tying her, she's saying "Good night, mommy." Give her some loving, praise, pettings, smile and don't be afraid to talk to her.
2006-11-03 11:58:28 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Horses have a wonderful personality.
They are such social creatures and look for ways to get and keep your attention.
Enjoy your entertainment she is providing for you.
2006-11-03 12:12:43 · answer #9 · answered by Here I Am 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
my horse does the same thing it's totally normal and my horse nudges me for attention
2006-11-03 11:50:49 · answer #10 · answered by Brunette Diamond 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋