Understanding Horses Vices
Horse trainer Christy Wood explains horse vices, their causes, and how proper management can support better equine health and behavior.
Big Blend Radio · Lisa D. Smith
Audio is streamed directly from the publisher (sphinx.acast.com) as published in their RSS feed. Play Podcasts does not host this file. Rights-holders can request removal through the copyright & takedown page.
Show Notes
In this episode of Big Blend Radio’s “ABC's of Horses” equestrian podcast, Christy Wood discusses common horse vices such as cribbing, weaving, pawing, pacing, and chewing. These behaviors can signal underlying issues like boredom, separation anxiety, excess energy, or dietary imbalances.
Christy explains how these habits develop, why they matter for a horse’s physical and mental health, and what horse owners can do to manage and prevent them. The conversation emphasizes the importance of observation, honest horse management, proper nutrition, and providing adequate socialization and stimulation.
Listeners will gain practical insights into recognizing abnormal behaviors early and creating healthier environments that support equine well-being and long-term soundness.
🔗 EXPLORE MORE
📖 Check out the NEW ABC'S of Horses Digital Podcast Magazine: https://online.fliphtml5.com/yhwzg/ABCS-OF-HORSES/
📰 Subscribe FREE to the NEW ABC's of Horses Podcast & Magazine Substack Channel: https://bigblendabcshorses.substack.com/
Christy Wood is a World Champion horse trainer, extreme trail obstacle champion, author, instructor, and owner of Wood N Horse Training Stables in Three Rivers, California. Learn more: https://wdnhorse.com/
🎧 Listen to more episodes: https://abcs-horses-christywood.podbean.com/
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.