Out In The Great Basin
They spook easy though – then nothing left but a cloud of dust hanging in the air.
They spook easy though – then nothing left but a cloud of dust hanging in the air.
They spook easy though – then nothing left but a cloud of dust hanging in the air.
There’s more to horses than meets the eye.
I spent most of my life not knowing that.
Horses, as prey animals, are geared to be highly sensitive to their surroundings and the emotional state of their herd members for survival.
This super sensitivity allows them to pick up on subtle cues including body language and vocal tones, not only from other horses but also from humans. They also have incredibile memories for people, other horses and the lay of the land.
They are the exact opposite of dogs who as predators risk safety for food. Horses like peace and quiet, and will forgo food in favor of safety. If you are patient, treat them kindly and keep them safe they will do almost anything you ask. They are beautiful, gentle and above all generous creatures who let us on their backs to see the world in a different way. Horses and dogs– a great combination for a happy country life.
I went camping a few springs ago and most of the guys had tents. I had a cot, sleeping bag and a tarp. We camped in an open field with horses and some cattle. Twice during the night one of the horses came over to me, sniffed a few times then pulled my tarp off. Heheh. Maybe just curious.