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Pulling back is a topic that is important to discuss for your safety and the safety of others. The first step to overcoming the habit of pulling back is to understand why horses do it in the first place. Pulling back is a reactive response, just like running away, bucking or rearing. It is a defense mechanism that a horse engages when it feels restricted or claustrophobic.
On this episode, I'm sharing a few methods that can help you overcome these reactive tendencies and safely break the habit of pulling back. Read the full show notes at philhaugenhorsemanship.com/podcast.
By Phil Haugen5
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Pulling back is a topic that is important to discuss for your safety and the safety of others. The first step to overcoming the habit of pulling back is to understand why horses do it in the first place. Pulling back is a reactive response, just like running away, bucking or rearing. It is a defense mechanism that a horse engages when it feels restricted or claustrophobic.
On this episode, I'm sharing a few methods that can help you overcome these reactive tendencies and safely break the habit of pulling back. Read the full show notes at philhaugenhorsemanship.com/podcast.

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