Leading the Herd



I have had a lovely couple of weeks with lots of visitors and Easter carrots! 

I have mentioned before that I live as part of a herd....that is the horsey name for Family! In my herd there are four of us, the key to a peaceful and harmonious existence within the herd is good leadership and everyone knowing and accepting their place within the herd.

As in human families there is a hierarchy within our herd, I have secured the role of herd leader or dominance...Juno, Clover & Taylor all accept this (at the moment!) and understand that as Leader I make important decisions like where we graze and keep alert for potential danger. 
The role of leader can change and I will not always be the dominant horse, I accept this and when a new leader emerges I will respect my new position within the herd.

As an effective leader it is important that I have certain qualities such as patience and confidence, however a leader does not get angry, but commands respect through consistent and clear communication. If Juno gets too close to my dinner I do not need to become aggressive...a simple swish of my tail or flattened ear is enough to warn her off.

I have spent a great many years teaching these leadership skills to my human mum...I have helped her to understand the subtle art of non verbal communication and how this enhances her role as leader when interacting with me and my herd mates. 

I have had the great honor of helping other humans who come to see me for therapy, to develop their own leadership skills and improve their ability to communicate with other humans in their life. 

If you want to find out more about how I can help please get in touch!

IBSEN X 🐴

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