“My treasures do not clink together or glitter; They gleam in the sun and neigh in the night.”
-Arabian Proverb
answering the question: how do I establish respect with my horse?In short, you can't. There have been theories circulating in the equestrian community that suggests horses are incapable of learning and practicing respect when it comes to humans. I'm here to prove those theories with my favorite subject: psychology.
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Thoughts On How Horses Think12/28/2021 a brief explanation of equine neuroanatomy and how horses think by looking at the autistic brainThey say a horse's brain is about the size of a large walnut; and that's not based on some Bedouin tale. The brain of an average adult horse weighs anywhere from 600 - 700 grams; which is less than 2 pounds. In comparison, the human brain is about the size of two clenched fists and weighs roughly 3 pounds.
About CassidyCassidy Payne is a lifelong equestrian and animal welfare activist. With over 16 years of experience in the equine industry, Cassidy is retired from competing on multiple levels, from A-rated shows to local schooling shows. She is now focusing her efforts on training her horses with the Principles of Learning Theory in Equitation. Archives
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