What Causes a Horse to Shut Down?

Ride On with Julie Goodnight

What causes a 3-year-old colt to freeze under the slightest amount of pressure? I've invited renowned equine behaviorist, Dr. Kate Fenner, to talk about what can cause a horse to "shut down" (and how it's more common than you might think!). We'll also talk about how to help the horse recover, prevention, and what her research has revealed to help improve training methods for horses.

But first... I have an exciting surprise announcement that's happening right now at my ranch—and believe me when I say that no one was more surprised than me!

And in the “What the Hay? Q&A” segment, my friend and assistant trainer, T. Cody, joins me to ask a question about a horse recently that left his rider in the dirt. Plus, I’ll answer a question from a rider whose horse unexpectedly lays down and rolls—with her in the saddle!

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Show Notes & Resources Mentioned in This Episode:

·· There are a few spots left in my Horsemanship Immersion clinic at C Lazy U Ranch in Granby, CO! Get more info here: https://www.clazyu.com/special-event/julie-goodnights-horsemanship-immersion

·· Certified Horsemanship Association International Conference: https://cha.horse/international-conference

·· Equine Affaire, Massachusetts: https://equineaffaire.com/events/massachusetts

Resources Mentioned in the Episode:

·· Dr. Fenner’s Website, Kandoo Equine & her free 30 day video training series: https://www.kandooequine.com
·· E-BarQ - Citizen science project: https://e-barq.com
·· Shutdown Resources: https://signin.juliegoodnight.com/tag/when-horses-shut-down