how do i stop my horse from weaving?

Answer 1

Sadly, you don't. Once a horse weaves, they're likely to continue this bad habit anytime they're stalled.

Solution? Keep them turned out as much as possible. And, when stalled, close the top portion of the door (assuming he weaves with his head hanging out over his chest-high stall door). This won't solve anything, but might make his weaving less frantic.

Then again, he could quit weaving and start stall walking.

Sadly, it's a bad habit. Nerves, too much energy, too high protein feed, boredome, anxiety from being alone~ all could contribute.

Sorry. Wish I had better news.

Answer 2

Mostly boredom. Get him out of the stall. If he must be stabled make sure he can see other horses. Also, if he is not already, feed him 2 or three meals a day. Better for his digestion and this also relives some boredom.
Some horse only weave or stall walk when people are around. They are anxious to get out of the stall and do something.
Next time you farrier is out, have him check his feet for any unnatural wear.

Answer 3

The sell special stall fronts for horses that weave. You can buy these on ebay, etc.

Answer 4

Is he stalled? Get him turned out. Horses need wide open spaces, they need buddies to play and squabble with. Being stalled all day is very unnatural for a horse, which causes him to learn bad habits such as weaving, pawing and cribbing. People mean well by stalling their horse, but horses are large, roaming, herd animals and this is what's best for them.

Answer 5

I would have a vet check your horse out right away b/c sometimes weaving goes along with a colic. See what your doctor says because you don't want to mess aorund with colics-they are nasty. He also might just be bored or lonely. Turn him out with other horses or try to spend as much time with him as possible. Ride him, play with him, just spend time together. Good luck with everything!

Answer 6

Turn him out! Many bad stall vices like weaving and windsucking are related to stress and boredom.

If he continues to do it outside on 24-7 turnout, I'd talk to a vet.

Answer 7

Take away its loom, and all that yarn! LOL!

No, seriously....maybe you should have a farrier check it out -- there may be something wrong with one of the shoes, which would cause it to favor one or another foot, and therefore weave. Another possibility, would be an ear infection -- its balance could be affected.

Answer 8

its probably due to boredom or lonliness.get him a buddy,or invent a game for him!take him for a hack!just get him out of the barn for a while!

Answer 9

yup - this behavior is learned and pretty much cannot be stopped - you can switch to a tie stall but really he needs more "fun" more mental stimulation....