Head Snatching

[katiex2]

Ok I have a warmblood mare (8 years old but treat her as a 4 year old) who I have had for 3 months now. She is very green and I am presently attempting to school her up. She can now walk, trot and canter on command and is proving to be quite a quick learner. However, she has now started head snatching!!! She is in a sweet iron loose ring french link and seems happy in it but as soon as I try to take a contact she is resisting. I am getting her teeth checked next week but what do you guys think???? Would welcome any thoughts!!!

 

[Box_Of_Frogs]

Sounds as if she's unhappy in her mouth in some way (well, duh!) Teeth first, tack second, riding third. Has she always gone in that bit? Is it pinching? Thick tongue? Does she do it on the lunge without a rider? Might she be happier in a happy mouth? I'm not an expert at all so that's just some thoughts that you've probably already gone through! If all else fails, I'd get a good instructor on the case! Good luck! x

 

[bellaM]

I had a horse that done this and it was because she was in pain with her back partially because her saddle didn't fit, I would also get the teeth done too.

 

[catembi]

Maybe try a comfort bridle? Cat used to be v snatchy & inconsistent with his head, but he pretty well stopped it apart from when he was excited when I changed the bridle.