Aha Trivia Stuff Everyone Should Know
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What should you do before handling a horse to help keep both of you safe?

Approach quietly and let the horse know you are there.

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  1. Approach quietly and let the horse know you are there ✔
  2. Run toward the horse waving your arms
  3. Stand directly behind the horse

Why: Letting a horse know you are near helps prevent startling it, since horses can react quickly when frightened.

Huh, didn't know that: Letting a horse know you are near helps prevent startling it, since horses can react quickly when frightened.

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Answer: Approach quietly and let the horse know you are there. Letting a horse know you are near helps prevent startling it, since horses can react quickly when frightened.

  1. Scouting America: Horsemanship www.scouting.org/merit-badges/horsemanship
    Describe the safety precautions you should take when handling and caring for a horse.
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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