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Mark Langley Horsemanship Solutions for Partnership

Mark Langley Horsemanship Solutions for Partnership

Mark Langley 100 Episodes Sep 20, 2026

Mark Langley offers horse training advice from a psychological perspective, addressing real questions with practical and compassionate solutions. The podcast focuses on overcoming common horse problems without dominating techniques, instead influencing the horse's mindset for lasting success and partnership.

Episodes

A Quiet Head: Understanding Head Shyness, Head Tossing & Bit Chomping in horses
A Quiet Head: Understanding Head Shyness, Head Tossing & Bit Chomping in horses Sep 20, 2026 2195 Mark answers member questions about head shyness, head tossing, bit chomping, nipping and cribbing, looking beyond the behaviour to understand what horses are actually thinking and feeling. “Memories can be changed and you can create new associations with things.” Listen to this podcast episode to learn what you can do to help your horse through these situations. Get access to Mark’s complete trai
Changing the Horse’s Mindset: Eye Brace, Resets & the Worry Cup
Changing the Horse’s Mindset: Eye Brace, Resets & the Worry Cup Sep 13, 2026 2513 What does Mark mean when he talks about eye brace, resetting a horse, emptying the worry cup, shutting out and shutting down? In this special episode, Jenny asks Mark to explain some of the terminology he uses when assessing and working with horses — and, more importantly, what is actually happening in the horse’s mind. Mark explains what a healthy “flow” mindset looks like, how to recognise when
Is it okay if..? Understanding What Your Horse Is Telling You
Is it okay if..? Understanding What Your Horse Is Telling You Sep 6, 2026 1560 This week Mark looks at some common horse behaviours and asks a simple question: is it okay if…? What if your horse looks around on a trail ride? Doesn’t want to work in a particular arena? Nips during rehabilitation exercises? Or becomes increasingly anxious the further you get from home? Rather than simply trying to stop the behaviour, Mark explains how to look at what the horse is communicating
Why Horses Suddenly Stop Loading: what your horse is really telling you at the trailer
Why Horses Suddenly Stop Loading: what your horse is really telling you at the trailer Aug 30, 2026 1288 Some horses refuse to load. Others load perfectly for years before suddenly deciding they don't want to step into the trailer anymore. So what's really happening? And a look into why, if getting a horse on with something behind it is easier, why Mark doesn't advise it.  Plus - ever been told to "make the outside of the trailer uncomfortable"? Listen to find out why this doesn't build confidence an
When Should You Persist… and When Should You Stop?
When Should You Persist… and When Should You Stop? Aug 23, 2026 1293 This week, we're asking Mark for his opinion on three common questions horse owners often face. Should you keep riding a horse that's making you lose confidence? Is it harmless when a young horse constantly mouths everything, or is it a habit that needs changing? And when it comes to massage, chiropractic care, stretching, red light therapy and acupuncture—are they really worth the investment? Dra
Helping Horses Feel Safe to Learn
Helping Horses Feel Safe to Learn Aug 16, 2026 1874 This week, Mark answers three member questions about horses that appear very different—but all share the same underlying cause. Learn why an ex-harness horse becomes defensive during saddling and rugging, how to help an impatient young horse stand quietly, and why a horse that leads well can still struggle with worming. Rather than focusing on the behaviour itself, Mark explains how changing a hor
Why Your Horse Doesn't Want to Go Forward
Why Your Horse Doesn't Want to Go Forward Aug 9, 2026 1611 Why does one horse plant their feet while another refuses to trot? Although the behaviours look different, they often share the same underlying cause. In this episode, Mark answers questions from members about horses that stop, shut down or resist moving forward under saddle. He explains why adding more pressure isn't always the answer, and shares practical training ideas to help horses become mor
Are Biting, Spooking & Rushing Really the Same Problem? Understanding the Root Cause
Are Biting, Spooking & Rushing Really the Same Problem? Understanding the Root Cause Aug 2, 2026 1944 Could a horse that bites during handling and another that rushes under saddle actually be struggling with the same underlying issue? In this episode, Mark explains why behaviours like biting, spooking, rushing and resistance are often connected—not by disobedience or dominance, but by anxiety, confusion and the way horses have learned to respond to pressure. Through two real member questions, Mark
When Leading Gets Sticky: Solving Common Groundwork Challenges
When Leading Gets Sticky: Solving Common Groundwork Challenges Jul 26, 2026 1620 What do you do when your horse gets stuck, spooky, hyper-focused, nippy, or simply isn't responding the way you'd hoped? In this episode, Mark answers member questions about common groundwork and leading challenges, including young horses lacking confidence, horses becoming dull to pressure, sensitivity around touch, nipping behaviours, and horses that become fixated on distractions in their envir
Advice for when your horse says "no"
Advice for when your horse says "no" Jul 19, 2026 1958 What To Do When Your Horse Says "No" – Pressure, Persistence & Knowing When to Stop What should you do when your horse braces, freezes, pulls back, or simply refuses to go forward? In this episode, Mark explores one of the most common challenges horse owners face: what happens when a lesson isn't going to plan. From leading problems and barn-sour behaviour to trailer loading setback
Helping Anxious Horses Find Calm, Confidence & Self-Regulation
Helping Anxious Horses Find Calm, Confidence & Self-Regulation Jul 12, 2026 1905 Why do some horses remain anxious, reactive, or constantly on high alert no matter how much experience they have? In this episode, Mark answers member questions about highly anxious horses, reactive off-the-track Thoroughbreds, hypervigilant horses that struggle to relax, and horses that lack confidence on the trail. If you've ever wondered why your horse struggles to settle, constantly scans the
Imprinting: how early handling shapes a horse's mind - the fine line between familiarity and numbness
Imprinting: how early handling shapes a horse's mind - the fine line between familiarity and numbness Jul 5, 2026 1568 How much should we handle young horses—and when does familiarity start to become numbness? In this episode, Mark explores the fine line between creating a horse that is comfortable around people and creating one that has learned to switch off. He discusses why some horses become dull to pressure, how awareness can be lost through excessive noise and repetition, and why quality communication is oft

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