Characteristics of horses that make them suited to helping people:

1. Horses are body language experts.

Because horses are prey animals, they have become experts at reading the body language of every animal or person around them. It is how they communicate with each other. They have had to develop this skill for their survival.

2. Horses are Large & Powerful animals.

Because of their size, they can be intimidating. This presents a natural opportunity for people to overcome their fear and develop confidence in the presence of the horses

3. Horses are Social animals

Because horse live in herds, they have learned all the things that make living with others work. Horses know how to live in community with others because they are herd animals. To survive in a herd they quickly learn: leadership, boundaries, teamwork & effective communication.

4. Horses are Sensitive

They are keenly aware of the emotional environment around them. Horses can sense the motives and emotions of those around them. They are always authentic and know when those around them are or are not being authentic.

 5. Horses  are Mirrors

Horses react as a mirror to those who are with them. They reflect back to people who they really are.