Horse & Rider

IMPETUOUS YOUTH

Why do colts, and some fillies, act out?

A young horse’s behavior can cause injuries to you, other people, and himself, and becomes more dangerous as he grows. Learn what’s behind these behaviors and what can be done about them while staying safe.

With great anticipation and hopes for the future, we welcome young horses into the world and into our lives. Getting that youngster from newborn foal to reliable riding partner is a journey requiring time, effort, knowledge, patience, and in many cases, fortitude. A young horse will test you, and if you’ve never raised one before, you’ll need to be prepared.

As horses are all individuals, your experience with your youngster may vary from some others, but there are a few behaviors you are almost certain to encounter with any young horse, to varying degrees. Some of these can be simply aggravating with the potential

You’re reading a preview, subscribe to read more.

More from Horse & Rider

Horse & Rider3 min read
Turn On The Forehand
A forehand drill is not a discipline-specific maneuver and can be a useful tool to have in your toolbox regardless of what you do. It can help you gain body control and prepare your horse for more advanced maneuvers later in your horse’s career by al
Horse & Rider3 min read
Saddle Chat
you should know / horseandrider.com Longtime H&R contributor Al Dunning was recently inducted into the National Cutting Horse Hall of Fame. Check out his Problem Solved department starting on page 32 to learn more from him. Learn from the best by hea
Horse & Rider3 min read
Rescued Hearts
Nestled amongst 165 acres of woodland near Union, Missouri, the Humane Society of Missouri’s (HSMO) Longmeadow Rescue Ranch is a haven for hundreds of abused and neglected horses, cows, goats, pigs, ducks and other farm animals. The ranch is one of t

Related Books & Audiobooks