What Causes a Horse to Shut Down?

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What causes a 3-year-old colt to freeze under the slightest amount of pressure? I've invited renowned equine behaviorist, Dr. Kate Fenner, to talk about what can cause a horse to "shut down" (and how it's more common than you might think!). We'll also talk about how to help the horse recover, prevention, and what her research has revealed to help improve training methods for horses.
But first... I have an exciting surprise announcement that's happening right now at my ranch-and believe me when I say that no one was more surprised than me!
And in the “What the Hay? Q&A” segment, my friend and assistant trainer, T. Cody, joins me to ask a question about a horse recently that left his rider in the dirt. Plus, I’ll answer a question from a rider whose horse unexpectedly lays down and rolls-with her in the saddle!
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Show Notes & Resources Mentioned in This Episode:
·· There are a few spots left in my Horsemanship Immersion clinic at C Lazy U Ranch in Granby, CO! Get more info here: www.clazyu.com/special-event/...
·· Certified Horsemanship Association International Conference: cha.horse/international-confe...
·· Equine Affaire, Massachusetts: equineaffaire.com/events/mass...
Resources Mentioned in the Episode:
·· Dr. Fenner’s Website, Kandoo Equine & her free 30 day video training series: www.kandooequine.com
·· E-BarQ - Citizen science project: e-barq.com
·· Shutdown Resources: signin.juliegoodnight.com/tag...

[@nancydonckers5373]

It would be so much more helpful if a link to another podcast about how to help a shutdown horse recover.

[@juliegoodnight]

Hi Nancy! Sorry, the link to more resources got cut off in the show notes (below the video). I added the link so now you can access it. Specifically in my blog post on this subject, which is the first in the list after you click on the resources link above (signin.juliegoodnight.com/tag/when-horses-shut-down ), I go into how to help a horse that is (or is showing signs of becoming) "shut down."

[@kelleyniemanatthebablerbar2769]

Why not check for ulcers? This is exactly what my horse did when he had serious ulcers after living in 3 different barns in a year.

[@juliegoodnight]

That's a good suggestion, and I hope your horse is doing better now that you know what the issue is! I agree that, epecially with sudden changes of behavior, to always rule out a physical issue first. Before addressing anything as a training issue, I like to have a vet give the horse a thorough "nose-to-tail" exam, and fill them in on what you have been seeing with the horse.