1. Stay calm and don't panic. Losing your cool will only make the situation worse.
2. Try to stay afloat. If you fall off your horse do your best to float.
3. Once you are floating, try to get your bearings. Figure out where your horse is and which direction the shore is.
4. If your horse is close, try to swim towards it. If you can reach your horse, grab hold of its mane or tail and let it pull you to shore.
5. If you can't reach your horse, try to swim to shore on your own. Use a breaststroke or sidestroke to swim towards shore.
6. Keep your head up and breathe. It's important to keep your head up and breathe regularly while you're swimming. Don't let water get into your lungs.
7. Once you reach shore, seek medical attention if necessary. If you've been injured in any way, it's important to seek medical attention.
Here are some additional tips for staying safe while swimming with your horse:
* Learn how to swim before you go swimming with your horse.
* Wear a life jacket when you're swimming with your horse.
* Swim in a safe area that's free of obstacles.
* Don't swim too far from shore.
* Be aware of the weather conditions before you go swimming.
* Never swim with your horse if you're under the influence of alcohol or drugs.