Safety With Horses

Safety tips for trail riding at night. Here are a few suggestions that may increase your safety when riding out on trail in the dark.

Tips for keeping you safe when you horseback ride along roadsides. Safety recommendations for riding your horse or pony along roads or highways.

Learn how to fall off of a horse or pony with greater safety. Avoid falls, and prevent injury if they do occur with these tips.

Learn how to do an emergency dismount to avoid a fall or being taken into a dangerous situation by your horse. Learn the steps to getting off quickly while your horse is walking, trotting or cantering.

Learn to do an emergency stop if your horse bolts or runs away. Here’s how to stop when you feel your horse getting out of control.

Learn how to maximize your safety and enjoyment when riding your horse or pony in an arena or ring. Learn the rules of arena riding.

Do you know how to stay safe while grooming, riding and driving? Test your horse and pony safety knowledge with this quiz.

From riding to driving, trailering to grooming, here are tips to help keep you safe. Horses are large reactive creatures. Learn how to maximize your safety when working with them.