Loading and unloading
Loading and unloading is calmly leading the horse in and out via the ramp or step-up.
What is it for?
Good loading and unloading prevents stress and injury to horse and human.
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Work calmly, give the horse time and lead it from the side into a straight, inviting entrance. Park on level ground with a firm ramp. A horse that consistently loads with difficulty is better helped by an experienced trainer or behaviourist than by force.
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Sources: The British Horse Society · World Horse Welfare. Descriptive only; not a substitute for expert advice or training.