May 20, 2013
Sometimes in this blog I mention that a pony was licking and chewing and refer to it as a good thing. When a pony is learning they often lick their lips, or chew. Its a good sign that they are digesting and thinking through the situation. Yawning is similar but is also a bit debated. Some feel that it is a sign of stress or distress. Some feel that it is a release of stress and decision to relax. Both are basically saying the same thing. The horse is stressed and releasing some of that stress.
All normal and positive behaviors.
Blue Ridge Pony 