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Lessons to Spook Less

Desensitize your horse so he becomes a safer mount on today’s urban trails.

By Cynthia McFarland

You and your horse are bound to encounter “spook-inspiring” situations when you head out for a trail ride or a jaunt around the neighborhood. But with patient handling and use of desensitization exercises, you can take much of the spook out of your horse.

**For the full article, pick up the February 2007 issue of HORSE ILLUSTRATED.**

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02-2007


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