Equine Etiquette
Do's
Do - ask before approaching
Do - be alert
Do - announce your presence to a horse calmly and in a normal tone
Do - approach a horse from its side once you have it's attention
Do - stand by the horses front shoulder
Do - pet a horse below its neck on its body
Do - ask before feeding a horse
Do - maintain proper following distance when mounted
Do - give the horse verbal encouragement when riding
Do Not's
Do Not - approach a horse from the front or behind
Do Not - run toward a horse
Do Not - yell and shout or make sudden gestures or movements around a horse
Do Not - squat or kneel under or around a horse
Do Not - pet a horse's face or reach towards a horse's face
Do Not - feed a horse treats as these can upset it's diet
Do Not - verbally or physically abuse a horse when frustrated or upset