Re: RC: Re: Spooking on trail

[Lisa M Pardus <bludoglady@juno.com>]

Gee, 
 I just softly with an quiet steady voice say,"uh-oh, what was that?" and
talk to my mare as I stoke her neck. I tell her "look at that, that is so
silly, that won't bite" etc. I call her a "silly mare" and keep my voice
steady and calm.
 I think the talking more than what I say is what helps. Letting her know
that I see it too and the soothing voice and touch really is what calms
the horses down. :0) IMHO

In His Hands,
Lisa P.
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