Things To Do With Your Horse
Owning a horse can bring lots of fun, exciting adventures. Whether you compete or ride for fun, there are plenty of fun things to do with your horse.
Engaging in activities that are different from you normal routine will allow your horse a break from arena work. It will also give you an opportunity to strengthen your bond with your horse.
These activities will test your horse’s brain and keep them engaged. This will make them more focused when training with them.
Working with your horse in a different way will teach you how to communicate and work with them as a team.
No matter your experience with horses there are lots of exciting activities to enjoy with your equine companion.
By doing these activities, both you and your horse will have fun and get to enjoy each other’s company!
Play With A Ball
You can teach your horse how to push a ball with their nose and eventually how to play with it!
How to teach a horse to push a ball:
Trail Ride
Take your horse on a relaxing ride through the trees.
You can enjoy the beautiful scenery while your horse gets a break from training.
Studies show that going on trail rides makes a horse more flexible and sound.
Gallop On The Beach
One of the most exciting things to do with your horse is gallop on the beach, especially during sunset or sunrise!
Its such an exhilarating experience to run with your horse next to the ocean.
Obstacle Course
Put you and your horse’s skills to the test by trying an obstacle course!
Your horse will need to use their mind to complete all the challenges which will keep them focused and stop them from anticipating.
Go Swimming
Swimming is a fun way to beat the summer heat with your horse.
This will test your bond because your horse needs to trust you to go in the water.
Camping
Get your horse out of the stables for a camping trip!
You will get to explore new places and bond together while also getting a chance to relax.
Many camping sites have a designated area where you can keep your horse.
Give Your Horse A Bath
Give your horse a nice bath to make them all clean!
This will also give your horse a chance to cool off if its hot.
Just make sure you don’t wash your horse under 50 degrees Fahrenheit or they will get too cold.
Teach Your Horse A Trick
You can teach your horse to do almost anything, for example I have taught my horse how to smile and hug.
You can even teach your horse how to bow for an audience!
Bake Treats
Bake your horse a tasty treat to feed them!
You can combine so many different possibilities and add in your horse’s favorite flavors.
Just make sure all the ingredients you use are horse safe.
Go For A Walk
Take your horse on a walk around the stables or a trail.
Walking with your horse is a great way to build your bond and enjoy each other’s company.
Lunge Your Horse
Lunging is a great activity for horse as it challenges their mind and gives you a chance to see their movements on the ground.
Lunging your horse is also a great way to condition and improve their fitness.
Stretch Your Horse
Use carrots or your horse’s favorite treat to stretch them.
This will improve your horse’s flexibility and movements under saddle.
It will also reduce the risk of injury and make your horse feel more comfortable when riding.
From fun off property adventures to relaxing bonding time with your horse, there is something fun to do with your horse for every experience level .
Doing fun activities with your horse will improve your bond with them and make them more mentally engaged.
I hope you have lots of fun with these ideas and enjoy some quality time with your horse!
