In this episode #3 of How Horses Communicate, Belinda Bolsenbroek explores the often-overlooked facial expressions and subtle cues of horses. Despite the perception that horses have limited facial expressions, they convey a wealth of information through their faces. Crinkles, wrinkles, blinking of the eyes, and the shape of the eyes can indicate discomfort or stress. Movements through the nose and lips, and larger actions like yawning or stumbling when impatient, also communicate the horse's state of being.
Belinda stresses the significance of understanding these subtle cues as they reveal where the horse is, how it feels, and its current state. Horses possess an incredible ability to communicate with great subtlety, even in a herd environment. The turn of an ear or the flicker of an eye can profoundly impact the entire herd. Trainers and owners can choose the right moments to step away, create relaxation, and provide necessary breaks by learning about and recognising these cues.
This episode highlights the importance of communicating with horses in their own language, moving away from the confrontational nature of human interaction. By understanding and responding to the subtle language of horses, trainers can establish a deeper connection, allow space, and foster harmonious communication.
What you'll learn:
Benefits:
Learn to decipher their facial expressions and subtle cues, enabling you to understand their emotions and needs better. By embracing the horse's language and communicating as fellow animals, you can strengthen the bond and create a more harmonious partnership with your equine companion.
Belinda Bolsenbroek is an international authority on the Art of Classical Equitation in which the historic relationship between horse and human is expressed as a spiritual connection between two beings. Belinda harnesses the wisdom of the Old Masters, combines that wisdom with the science of biomechanics and shapes them both into a clear and defined practice that allows you to take your horsemanship to the next level.
Horses have stood at man’s side for over 4,000 years.They are our most noble companions and the ancient relationship of trust, honour and passion endures to this day.From the heroic war horse to the steady plough horse, our shared experience stretches back through the ages and is passed down to us through our genetic memories, our most prized ancestral gift.With Belinda’s guidance, you will discover this ancient inheritance and the pure joy that comes from a deep connection with your horse and look forward to the day when you become an ambassador, educator and an inspiration to others.
Empower yourself with Belinda as your coach - Belinda Bolsenbroek Academy.Now is the time to take the opportunity to invest in yourself, develop your skills and succeed.No matter how long you have been riding, whether you are an old hand or new to the art of horsemanship, there is always more to learn.As you gain greater insight into a topic, the more you learn, the more likely you are to recognise how much there is still to learn.
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