Horse Behaviours Behaviours in horses mean many different things, it changes from wild to domesticated horses of any breed it is important for humans to be able to observe and recognise different types of behaviours in order to recognise the signs of ill health and to be able to effectively communicate with their horse whilst spending time with it in any situation. They do many different things and communicate to other horses in the wild not just verbally but using body language to get across what they want to another herd member or maybe another horse. Whether it is showing aggression or passiveness it all comes through body language. Body Language Front legs Pawing the ground In domesticated horses this can be a sign of impatience