Why is my horse yawning?

Did you ever see your horse yawning and wondering if he was tired? Well, yawning in horse language could actually mean a lot more. Continue reading to find out why your horse is yawning.

When your horse is yawning, it could mean that he is sleepy. But often, this is not the case. A horse often yawns to release tension. For example, when you’re using the Recuptex rug, the horse can start yawning as the muscles in his body are relieved. Other signs that your horse releases tension from its muscles are chewing, sighing, or a relaxed body posture. 

A yawn can also be caused by stress. In this case, the horse uses the yawn to lower his stress level. While stress is not always something to avoid, it is good to eliminate unnecessary stress factors.

If your horse is bored, it can also start yawning. Just be careful when your horse is yawning extensively. Then the yawn can indicate your horse is in discomfort. For example, when he has gastrointestinal issues or colic pains. Keep a good eye on him in this case and check for other symptoms, consult a vet if needed.

A horse yawn can mean a lot of things. Therefore, it’s essential to know your horse and monitor other signals to give him the best care possible.