ddranch wrote:
Build a working relationship through regular interaction like you described and the eye will come to you.

I want my horses to look for me and track me as I walk about the property doing my chores.
I want them to follow me with their eye and be curious.

If a horse is coming in slow I will pick a close buddy of theirs and pay extra attention to them and the desire builds to the point that they will compete for your attention.

This can easily be done without food.



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 I've found butt scratches on each side, at the base of the tail, will win them over, every time. But you had better be careful what you wish for. As they will come rushing up to you, & turn their butt to you, to scratch!