Weaving is also generally born out of boredom and involves the horse continuously rocking its head and body from side to side. In severe cases, this can lead to stress and loss of condition. They're much easier to correct if you know their origin. Understanding herding instincts will help you interpret your horse's behavior. Another way of relieving the symptoms is to provide regular small feeds in order to keep the horse occupied.
Rug tearing and eating bedding are also symptoms of boredom.
Generally, keeping the horse occupied with regular exercise and frequent feeds is the best cure for these vices. Replacing bedding with something inedible, such as paper, is another way of discouraging the horse from eating its bedding. The main aim should be to tackle the underlying causes of boredom so as to prevent the occurrence of further vices. Such vices often result from previous pain, bad habits or inadequate training. Many horses have developed the annoying habit of walking away when being mounted .