One of the most common complaints horse owners have about the common ground manners of their horses, involves clipping their ears.
Most horses will show at least some hesitation to having their ears clipped, especially the first few times.
If you know the secrets to keeping your horse calm they will eventually get used to having their ears clipped.
There are basically two types of clippers manufactured for trimming your horse's ears - electric cord models and battery operated cordless models.
I recommend the cordless models because you don't have to worry about the cord getting wrapped around your horse's legs or spooking them as it is dragged across their face.
With the clipper in the OFF position, begin gently rubbing the clippers on your horse's ears, face and neck.
Once you can do this with no problem, turn the clippers on.
Again, rub them over your horse's neck, moving towards their ears.
Do this slowly so they can get used to the sound and vibration.
Once your horse is used to this, try clipping the ears.
Take your time and don't be forceful.
Your horse will probably never love it, but they should tolerate it for short periods.
I can only imagine how annoying it is and how much it must tickle.
You should be understanding of that.
This process of slowly introducing new things works in many areas of training.
If your horse has a problem with you brushing their face, be persistent, but slowly move from neck to face.
It may not work the first time, for clipping or anything else, but with consistency and patience, your horse will learn not to be frightened or bothered.