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Defensive Horsemanship Training
Understanding Horses
Perception
Flight Animal
Fast Reflexes
Fast Learner/Excellent Memory
Dominance Hierarchy
Body Language
Easily Desensitized
Critical Learning Time
Fast Reflexes

A horse's reflexes are far faster than those of a human being.

  • If a horse decides to kick or strike you, chances are you won't get out of the way in time.

The safest position near a horse is ahead of the shoulder and to the left, in what is referred to as "the safe zone."

  • Standing in the safe zone and maintaining three points of contact substantially reduces your risk of injury.
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