Fear of Open Pastures

My horse is normally very calm, but whenever we take him out of his stall and into a nearby pasture he gets incredibly scared—and we can't control him! However, when we ride him in a closed arena, he is completely calm and very easy to control. What can I do to help him overcome his fear of wide open spaces?

- Simone

I assume that the behavior is occurring when he is being turned out in an outside pasture. I would suggest that he be pastured with a calm and seasoned horse. Horses are herd animals, and take cues from each other regarding safety and potential danger. Partnering your horse up with a more relaxed friend will likely help reduce his anxiety.

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