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WHAT IS YOUR HORSE TELLING YOU? A PRACTICAL GUIDE TO EQUINE BODY LANGUAGE AND BEHAVIOUR

  • Craven College Gargrave Road Skipton, England, BD23 1US United Kingdom (map)

Join British Horse Society, Yorkshire for a practical and informative introduction to how horses communicate and behave with Justine Harrison, IAABC Certified Equine Behaviour Consultant.

This workshop will combine presentations with real-time observation and practical exercises with horses, giving you the knowledge and skills to better understand, manage, and work with your own horse.

Throughout the day, you’ll gain valuable insights into what your horse is really telling you through their body language and behaviour, and learn practical skills you can apply straight away.

You’ll learn about:

  • How to recognise and interpret equine body language

  • Tips and practical strategies for improving your horse’s behaviour

  • Understanding equine emotions and emotional thresholds

  • Spotting signs of pain, stress, and fear in horses

  • How your own behaviour and body language affect your horse

  • Observation and exercises with horses to build your skills in real-time

You’ll leave the day with:

  • A clearer understanding of what your horse is communicating

  • Practical observation skills you can use every day

  • New ideas to help improve your relationship with your horse

Earlier Event: 12 April
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Later Event: 9 August
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