General Horse Information

Horses are very big, powerful and fearful creatures.

If they are frightened, they will try to run away from whatever scares them. They can be scared and startled by many things that don't bother people.

Things that may frighten a horse are:

• Loud noises
• Sudden movements
• Things that move toward them suddenly
  (like a piece of newspaper blown by the wind)

When a horse is nervous or frightened, he will often calm down if someone gives him confidence by keeping him under control.

Be kind but firm, soothing him with quiet words.  If you act frightened or nervous, your horse may become more frightened himself. He will feel that something must be wrong if you are frightened.