Well, that was a LOT of snuggling from Gracie today ! She was definitely wanting you all to herself ! Very sweet 💕

The trust Gracie has in you is incredible. Otherwise she would never let you rub her ears like this. And when she let her head down beside you and "giving her into your hands", it was moving. She might have other moments as well.but I am sure, these relaxed times with you give her big comfort.

@StableHorseTraining

2 жыл бұрын

I believe it does give her comfort, which is a good thing :)

Gracie didn't scream when she had a nose to nose chit-chat with Annie. That's good. I think having these two together quietly like this will make Gracie associate Annie with her quiet time with you.

It's a quality video when every frame is at least 50% Gracie 😂

How can you ever doubt that you've made progress with Gracie?!! What a joy to watch your video today! I know that Annie wanted her turn too and she is too adorable but it really was a special moment with Gracie! What a difference from when you first met her!

@StableHorseTraining

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much :)

Annie's colors are so pretty, she looks like a toasted bread bun

@AL-lz1hb

2 жыл бұрын

Mm yummy. Pass the butter. 😋Actually maybe not? We were supposed to be saving wildies not snacking on them🤭

A lot of people would kill for their horse to want to be that close to them How blessed you are.

I keep telling you, you have amazing draw. You could put yourself anywhere in the arena and your horses will find you to hang out. Don’t you wish you could just put your ears back and stare at your horse to get them to move away? So subtle but effective.

@StableHorseTraining

2 жыл бұрын

I have thought about an invention I could make to do that!

I didn’t realize how affectionate Gracie is!! She’s so adorable & trusting, I just love that little girl!! 💗 Annie’s a cutie too! 💗

I think this type of social interaction is important no matter what kind of animal is in your life. I like my quiet time with each of my cats testing their tolerance and getting them to except touching feet and belly as normal. Nice to know I'm not the only one.

@StableHorseTraining

2 жыл бұрын

You're definitely not alone!

Gracie seems like she's calmed down a lot. I just love where you live. I live on the other side of the country, with it's own beauty, but there's something about the Pacific northwest. I have a few cousins that live out there so I've visited many times. I also lived in Cali for eight years. Beautiful, beautiful area. Also love seeing sweet baby Annie. Gracie is really seeking out attention!❣❣ She's really eating it up today. She wants ALL of your attention!!

@StableHorseTraining

2 жыл бұрын

I agree, the PNW is a really good looking area in the summer with all the green and luscious foliage.

My rule for itchy-scritches is, you can ask gently, but I can say no, and, if I'm on your face or neck, you can move your head around, but you can't move your feet even one step towards me. Not as consistent as I should be, but simple rules are best.

@StableHorseTraining

2 жыл бұрын

That's a good rule

I LOVE these videos, wouldn't mind if they were 60 minutes long😃. Gracie is your FIRST Baby and she wants you all to herself 🥰. It's so good to see her being snugly. She certainly enjoyed all that bonding time. And Annie is such a gentle soul. They are BOTH amazing 🥰your two baby girls. Cheers!!

I really enjoyed snuggle time with Gracie and Annie. ❤️🌵☀️⛈️🌈☮️🐎

This made me smile my older mare is so jealous if I spend time with my baby mare. I know if I stand between them she won't do anything mean but if I step out it's all bets off .... Ears back to get away from us.

I was moved to tears by Gracie’s total trust in you. Giving peace to me in a challenging situation. Thank you for sharing ☮️

I GOT MY BRACELET!!! I GOT MY BRACELET!!! I GOT MY BRACELET!!! WOOHOO!!!!!Its gorgeous 😍 ✨️ 💖 ❤️ 💕 ♥️ I love love love it!!! Thank you Graeme!💜💜💜

@StableHorseTraining

2 жыл бұрын

You're very welcome! I'm really glad you like it, thank you very much for purchasing one 😊

Can almost hear Gracie saying to Amnie. "He's mine. Stay away!"

Gracie is beautiful. Definitely a typical happy Arabian, very puppy like.

I love how you gave Gracie not only the affection she needs, but also the corrections on her attitude towards Annie - also showing her how you care about Annie, too. I think you're teaching her how to be a socially responsible horse. Don't know how long it will take Gracie to emotionally mature, but what a great start. Thank you, Graeme.

@StableHorseTraining

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you :) Yes, I hope it's helping her along the way

awww how sweet when she's asking you to scratch.. the paw, blow and then she starts itching herself. "Dad, I'm itchy! scratch me please!"

My horse's ears are perfectly healthy, and he loves it when I dig in there.

Awe she is just a snuggle bug ….wanted some attention and human touches. …super sweet

Gracie may be a little "weird" and a high-maintenance girl, but your love for her shows in your every interaction with her, and words about her and the feeling is obviously mutual. I've always had a soft spot for the "problem children" too. 😊

There is nothing more beautiful than the eyes of a horse. Great video, loved seeing both girls enjoying their day with you.

I love how Gracie tilts her head when you scratch her ears 😜

These moments are just the best! :) I feel so relaxed watching Gracie ark for scratches... Makes me miss my old horse.

Thank you! They both are adorable, each in her own way😍. They have so different temperaments. 🐎👍👏🌷

@StableHorseTraining

2 жыл бұрын

Yup, almost opposites...

Precious Annie!

What a treat! Baby Annie and Baby Gracie!!💜💜💜

My goodness she is just SO gorgeous … just next level beauty and snuggly 😍

Gracie just loves you she wants you all to herself 😊

Annie was so cute slowly creeping over to you one step at a time. Each time you panned to her she was a little closer. Gracie appears to really enjoy this time with you. She seems to feel happier with Annie because Annie listens to her without yelling back. Of course, it might be quite different when the camera isn't on.

@StableHorseTraining

2 жыл бұрын

They're quite good together when it's the two of them. Rather than Annie absorbing Gracie's energy and doing more, Gracie gets quiet

Annie is looking Good 👍👍

Gracie doesn't want your attention going to Annie, lol

Sweet Gracie ...so cuddly ...my cats can rub on me . They need scratches too and they can't knock me over ... When a horse puts it's weight on rubbing it could , so i would not allow it , other then showing itchy spots . Cats like the same rubbing at the face ...the eyes and the area above and the cheeks are favorite for scratching

Great hangout :) I like how you processed the idea of horses rubbing on you. Good thoughts.

Out of my three horses only the gelding will rub his head against me and I can usually tell when he's aggressive or gentle, and like Gracie and Annie they all have different personalities, great advice Thankyou for sharing

Awwwwe😂😂😂😂the way u tell them to back off is soo funny but sweet ❤❤

So sweet! Annie is such a good girl! Her colors are beautiful!! Gracie is a love bug ! Gracie a beautiful girl. I love her dark eyeballs..❤️🐴❤️🐎

I HOPE ANNIE HELPS GRACIE BECOME MORE HERD FRIENDLY!!

Both horses are wonderfull 🥰.

Love this ! Lots of good advice. This is a goal for me . Sitting in the same space with Him and He doesn’t climb in my lap 😱Bear does all of those scary things right now . We Will have the Gracie and Graeme Moments one day ♥️. Laura 💜 Bear

Do you think being around another horse as calm and peaceful as Annie can help Gracie to channel her own relaxed sort of no-caresies attitude?

@StableHorseTraining

2 жыл бұрын

Yes, that's what I'm working on exactly actually :)

Such a nice quiet calm relaxing video 😁👍

When they come to you and lean on and rub

Your animals are so fun to watch.

Good way to be the herd leader, Graeme. Gracie is acting like a well adjusted horse today, except for cutting off Annie.. Annie seems to have changed color since she arrived; maybe because of season changes or just growing up, but she is getting prettier and prettier.

@StableHorseTraining

2 жыл бұрын

I think her color is changing a bit, yes

Annie's coat looks like satin now that her winter coat is gone.

I think it depends on the person and also the control you have. Horses who think they can rub when they feel like it can be a pain. Not so bad in the field, friendly, maybe but with bridle on and all those buckles? Ouch! Leaving him with a friend while you go pee? he has to behave, not knock em over. What are you gonna do when next time and no-one wants to help out? The best fun one is horsey rubbing on that curious toddler. Oopsie? Reckon if you don't train in control, don't train in what might be seen as bad habits. But Gracie having a little rub on you, is still adorable. I'm just saying for the rest of us mere mortals 🙄

Watching your videos reinforce that its an individual thing...If its a strange horse than yes we need to cautious...My horse is so trusting and communicates so well...My horse rubs her face on me after i take her fly mask off and once she stops or i brush her face and eyes she stops.....

@annieshattuck8171

2 жыл бұрын

If you know your horse and and always your always aware i believe they know

@StableHorseTraining

2 жыл бұрын

Pretty much. Horse by horse and person by person

Very very interesting video! I do feel for Gracie in the fact that she can be so contented and calm while you were handling her then be startled into flight so easily. Wonderful that you can give her those calm times. She’s so beautiful. On the other hand, dear Annie has the fortune to have a peaceful mind, as you said. Life will be so much more enjoyable for her. Luck of the draw I guess. 😊 and breeding would no doubt play a part. My own horse had an “Annie “ nature for which I was always grateful, I had full confidence in her that she would cope with any situation, apart from trains!!! Unsurprisingly, big scary monsters!! I agree that horses rubbing on you can be dangerous, I witnessed my friends horse be too enthusiastic resulting in her falling against a concrete trough and injuring her jaw. It can go from cute to problematic in a flash as you said. Wonderful video, thanks Graeme. 👍😁

@StableHorseTraining

2 жыл бұрын

Yup, sometimes it doesn't take much for a horse to do too much and knock somebody over or hit them in the head

💓😊 That was nice.

Beautiful day. Interested in the rubbing stuff

What a great video! Question for you: I followed your advise to keep a horse moving when they're being a bit territorial/aggressive. Big improvement: she moves away now instead of getting upset. How can I improve my relationship with her, though? I'd prefer to not have to bribe her with treats. I can only really approach her to bring her in and out of her stall/field. Any suggestions?

@StableHorseTraining

2 жыл бұрын

Yup. Get really good at finding her scratchy spots. When she does move away, reach out and try to draw her. Find a nice spot to scratch and thank her for listening to you etc etc.. Rinse and repeat until you have what you need. It might not even be a lot of scratching, maybe light rubs, check the eyes a little bit, ears maybe

Interested to know about the rubbing

So much trust awesome

Does Gracie not like Annie? I’ve never seem Gracie so snuggly! 🥰

@StableHorseTraining

2 жыл бұрын

she doesn't mind her, she'd just like to make sure to keep the scratching post to herself

My horse will run over to me & present body area where horsefly is so as to ask me to get it off. I can swat or smack anywhere to kill it & she will stand perfectly still until I get it. Have your horses done that, is it normal behavior?

@StableHorseTraining

2 жыл бұрын

It can be. Horses will go to another horse or human that they know will help them for sure. It's a good thing :)

😄

Do horses "laugh"?

@StableHorseTraining

2 жыл бұрын

Not that I'm aware of

@beestarr1845

2 жыл бұрын

Do they show "delight""?

@StableHorseTraining

2 жыл бұрын

I guess they can show content

I find it disrespectful rubbing on u .

@StableHorseTraining

2 жыл бұрын

I find that to be an interesting viewpoint. I imagine that you have told your horse to get off of you at one point and then they disobey your orders, hence disrespect. Horses that have fantastic relationships mutually rub on each other all the time.