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Originally Posted by smash
i know this will sound nuts to some, but it works treat.
you are standing there, with a head collar on.
when they go to nip, RUN to the end of the lead, and then wiggle the lead rope (quiet firmly), as soon as he sort of goes, "what the"
STOP, walk quietly back to his side and stand there (say nothing, and dont touch him)
you will need to repeat this about 4 to 5 times.
you will then notice he will stand next to you, and not EVEN TRY TO NIP YOU.
why???
because, he is nipping you to tell you to get out of his space, and you go "yep no worries, but aint it damn uncomfortable when i do", he will go "yes it is, it is much nicer when you are standing close to me"
nipping stops, too easy really.
cheers
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I have never heard of this strategy before Smash, but I like your logic! I am going to try it during rugging time.
I agree totally with Sil - my boy is mouthy and a combination of treats and half hearted smacks have made him think nipping is all a big game - and he is better at it than me!!! We got rid of the problem for a while but unfortunately everyone that handles the horse has to think along the same lines for it to work - hard to make happen when people feel the need to give your horse carrots and play with his mouth.