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PROBLEMS ON THE GROUND: Matt Owen says...

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Q My new horse has developed a habit of pulling back/rearing when tied up. She didn’t do it when we first got her and I’ve no idea what has caused it. She has also developed an aversion to having her bridle put over her ears, lifting her head and even rearing, so she is not being worked. Please help!

Nicole Davies, North Yorks

I wonder if you have spoken to your horse’s physiotherapist or vet regarding this issue? I also wonder if the horse shows the same aversion to having a headcollar on, and if you can groom around the

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