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mini mare behavoir

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Question
I have a mini mare that seems to be getting harder to catch or even come to me. She was fine for a while but now it seems like she backs off and will even try to run from me. I have had her for six months or more and don't know exactly went wrong. She is still with the same horses. Once you get your hands on her she is fine. The farrier could even get her when he came but he might not the next time he comes. She has only started this in the last week. What do I need to do? Thank you very much. Roxanne  

Answer
Hello,
My horses will get this way, too- when I only take them out to be worked.  
Take your horse out to play once in awhile, go out just to give her a treat, and go out, catch her, pet her, and turn her back out.  Make being with you a fun and enjoyable experience, not always work!
Hope this answers your question!  Let me know if it didn't.
~rb