My horse Gus is the spooky type. Every ride was a guessing game, was he going to be good or spook at every moving object in sight. Calming secret has helped take the edge off and give Gus the confidence he needs to face the "scary" object rather than flee from it. I recommend this to anyone who has a spirited horse with a little too much energy. It does not make them lazy, just calmer. Equine Secrets is the best!!!!