Kicking its stall walls can cause significant damage and put other horses, handlers and humans in dangerous situations. Most likely, the horse is trying to express something they are feeling by doing this.
One way of dealing with kicking issues is using a “kicking chain.” These are soft cuffs which wrap around your horse’s legs with short chains attached that hit when they kick.
QuitKick Stall System
Stall kicking can be very dangerous for horses. Not only can it damage stalls and create chaos, it may cause leg injuries. Luckily, there are multiple solutions available to you to stop this behavior, from chains to water squirts to devices designed specifically to stop it – with some more gentle methods than others such as the Quitkick Stall System that utilize sensors around a stall to send signals that cause two bursts of water squirted at them when sensors detect kicking; not painful but still scaring enough fright to stop any further kicks.
One solution to stop horses kicking in their stall is installing a kicking chain around their lower legs, which will hit them each time they kick, deterring further behavior. Other strategies may include spraying them with water, covering his feet with sheets or adding padding so those who enjoy banging doors find it more challenging. Trainers sometimes even add padding so horses who love banging door can find it more challenging!
If the cause is boredom, owners might try introducing items like stall buddies and toys. Other solutions might be increasing exercise for their horse on a daily basis and providing it with high-quality nutrition.
If the horse’s behavior stems from wanting to leave its stall early or fed too soon, giving into his behavior should be addressed as quickly as possible. Giving into him by turning out early or feeding will only reinforce it further – one good alternative would be the QuitKick Door Kicker which is an electronic device specifically designed to prevent horses from kicking at stable doors by instantly sending a signal that activates two jets of water above. With consistent and instant responses like these it will soon teach them not to do this and it won’t affect their relationship with humans at all!
QuitKick Kicking Chains
QuitKick is a range of quick and easy to fit devices designed by equine professionals to stop horses from kicking stable doors and walls painlessly. Stable kicking can be harmful for horses as it causes injury to feet, legs and hooves while damaging walls or doors – not to mention costing money, annoying owners, veterinary fees and farrier fees; prior to QuitKick being invented this problem could only be remedied through long hours of one-on-one training sessions.
This device can be secured above the hock and when a horse kicks, its chains will hit against its lower leg causing discomfort for him or her. When used together with other kicking deterrents such as kick bars or horse stall liners, this system becomes even more effective at stopping kickers from doing damage.
Kicking chains should only ever be used as temporary measures and under the guidance of an experienced trainer, as prolonged misuse could cause physical and psychological harm to an animal. Positive reinforcement training has long been considered as the superior means for combatting undesirable horse behaviors.
Schutz Brothers AD Kicking Chain
The Schutz Brothers AD Kicking Chain is an effective training tool designed to reduce negative behaviors like kicking, pacing and pawing in horses. Ideally worn around a hind leg pastern for maximum effect when discouraging this behavior – such as creating noise and an unpleasant sensation when trying to kick. Front legs may be used too deter pawing horses. Constructed of premium heavyweight harness leather with stainless steel hardware for durability and strength; prolonged use may cause physical and psychological harm.
Positive reinforcement training methods are widely considered safer and more humane alternatives to using harsh tools like hobbles or kicking chains, such as hobbles or kicking chains from Schutz Brothers. All our horse training equipment – including these chains from Schutz Brothers – comes backed by our HorseloverZ 100% customer satisfaction guarantee!
Supra Kicking Chain
The Supra Kicking Chain is an effective, hassle-free solution for horse trainers seeking an efficient means of curbing kickin behavior in horses. Constructed with soft leather materials to prevent chafing and featuring a durable nylon strap with fleece lining for extra comfort, these chains attach around ankle cuffs so when an attempt at kicking occurs they engage to make kicking uncomfortable – helping decrease and eventually eradicate kickin behavior that could potentially harm both horses and people alike.
If your horse is kicking, the first step should be identifying why. Horses often kick to warn other horses when they come too close and may not mean it as aggressive behavior; others may kick out to let you know they are experiencing pain; if this seems likely then be sure to have them checked for any injuries or issues as treating pain kicking as a habit may lead to further problems both for them and you.
Some horses may occasionally kick their stall when being fed as this is part of herd life and helps establish their pecking order within their herd. You can help prevent this by giving their food at the same time every day or feeding before placing them into their stall so they aren’t feeling rushed while being fed.
Some horses become distressed when being loaded onto a trailer, which can be stressful for them. You can try to reduce their stress levels by gradually getting them used to loading up in it over time and taking them out immediately when ready. Furthermore, encouraging eating could reduce kickback. Or you could put another horse or in an empty field nearby so as to lessen stress levels further.