[header] How to stretch a horse [title] Prepare your horse. [step] Move to an open area where your horse has a free range of movement. Grab a small treat that your horse will be interested in; carrots work particularly well for this stretch because of their length.
[header] How to stretch a horse [title] Prepare your horse. [step] Move to an open area where your horse has a free range of movement. Grab a small treat that your horse will be interested in; carrots work particularly well for this stretch because of their length.
Let your horse run free without outside encouragement while you begin your stretches. [substeps] You'll want to avoid pushing your horse too hard. Large, soft treats such as hay or soft cloth will also work. You don't want to overdo it with the treats because your horse will be startled by them. [substeps] If your horse is more expensive, buy a halter from a horse store instead. [title] Arrange some gauze to cover the horse's body. [title] Stand just behind your horse's front legs. [step] The following stretches should be done on both sides of your horse, and from a position parallel to or just behind their front legs.