How a horse escapes the arena

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@hceemvallei.sport_

Horses are instinctual prey animals. When startled, adrenaline overrides arena training and boundaries. This flight response narrows their field of view, causing them to treat decorative hedges as natural obstacles to clear in search of open safety.

Recognizing this panic reaction helps riders anticipate flight paths, prioritize safety, and apply effective de-escalation techniques.

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