Stopping a Rearing Horse: A Calm & Effective Approach

Question
hello sir, you are saying not to throw arms into the air like this in the picture. so, when the horse gets spooked or rears, what should i do to stop him from rearing using hands? do i need to shout or stay quiet?

Answer
HI -- IF THE HORSE REARS IN THE AIR, THEY WILL COME BACK DOWN AND GO BACK TO DOING WHAT THEY WERE DOING BEFORE THEY REARED. I WOULD STAY QUIET AND TALK QUIETLY TO THE HORSE AS YOU USUALLY DO. WAVING YOUR HANDS AND SHOUTING WILL ONLY SPOOK THE HORSE MORE. THANKS ED HESS