Download or read book Companion Horse Training Using Positive Reinforcement written by Hertha James and published by . This book was released on 2020-12-02 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Many people enjoy the company of their horse, pony, donkey or mule without ever riding. Many people enjoy doing groundwork as well as riding. This book is for all of you.The routines in this book are unique because they require no 'gear' other than a fence line or a set of six rags to act as focal points. It contains links to prerequisite skills in case these need to be taught or improved to get the most out of a routine.While there are twelve routines in the book, you may find many months-worth of training to hone the individual skills that make up the routines. Each routine is designed to sharpen handler and horse skills by chaining a series of mobility exercises into a fluid routine.The primary focus is to maintain and build the horse's confidence. Maintaining confidence and willingness to try again is always more important than achieving a routine. The routine itself is an end-point to give a purpose for teaching all the elements required.If we are consistent and keep the fun in our work, we end up with a horse that is light as a feather in response to the clear signals we have developed.
Download or read book Humane Science based Horse Training written by Alizé Veillard-Muckensturm and published by Alize Veillard-Muckensturm. This book was released on 2022-11-09 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Humane, science-based horse training is a type of training where the user combines an evidence-based understanding of equine behaviour with their genuine love and respect for horses in order to train and handle horses in an ethical yet effective way. This book with introduce you to the science behind animal training and explain how you can use positive reinforcement and other non-coercive techniques to train a wide range of behaviours. It also includes over 25 step-by-step training plans so you can go out and teach your horse to give his feet, lead calmly, back up, play fetch and so much more. This book is written by animal trainer and behaviourist Alizé Veillard-Muckensturm who holds a 1st class Bsc (Hons) in animal behaviour and welfare from Hartpury University. The 2nd edition has 30+ new pages including a new section on consent training, 7 new training plans, new theory exercises and answers to frequently asked questions.
Download or read book Positive Horses written by Patti Dammier PhD and published by iUniverse. This book was released on 2019-09-25 with total page 108 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Horse training isn’t a mystical procedure. In fact, there isn’t mystery in the methods necessary to teach any skill. To learn any skill there is a logical sequence that if adhered to, allows a behavior to be taught and learned. Creating a Positive Horse consists of using positive methods, which in turn creates a positive attitude. Positive Horses explains those positive methods necessary to create horses that perform on taught/learned cues, both on the ground and in the saddle that are systematically rewarded, but also have an extremely positive attitude to their trainer/companion. The system uses the method, ‘Behavior Modification’. This book is about: • Explanation of basic educational methods using systematic sequences that support training horses. • Creating the goals and objectives for each individual horse rather than a “one size fits all” approach. • Training using positive reinforcement— how food rewards creates useable cues, instead of the trainer performing meaningless behavior that the horse doesn’t understand. • Horses learning basic cues: come, stand, walk on, and halt, which provides safety on the ground and assists in the next work in the saddle. • Applying basic training to other equestrian disciplines. • Addressing training method failure, because the trainer doesn’t assess the correct the behavior to reward and doesn’t understand the methods. • Horse case studies exemplifying the use of behavioral methods.
Download or read book Positive Horses written by PATTI. DAMIER PHD and published by . This book was released on 2019-09-25 with total page 152 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Horse training isn't a mystical procedure. In fact, there isn't mystery in the methods necessary to teach any skill. To learn any skill there is a logical sequence that if adhered to, allows a behavior to be taught and learned. Creating a Positive Horse consists of using positive methods, which in turn creates a positive attitude. Positive Horses explains those positive methods necessary to create horses that perform on taught/learned cues, both on the ground and in the saddle that are systematically rewarded, but also have an extremely positive attitude to their trainer/companion. The system uses the method, 'Behavior Modification'. This book is about: - Explanation of basic educational methods using systematic sequences that support training horses. - Creating the goals and objectives for each individual horse rather than a "one size fits all" approach. - Training using positive reinforcement- how food rewards creates useable cues, instead of the trainer performing meaningless behavior that the horse doesn't understand. - Horses learning basic cues: come, stand, walk on, and halt, which provides safety on the ground and assists in the next work in the saddle. - Applying basic training to other equestrian disciplines. - Addressing training method failure, because the trainer doesn't assess the correct the behavior to reward and doesn't understand the methods. - Horse case studies exemplifying the use of behavioral methods.
Download or read book Clicker Training for Your Horse written by Alexandra Kurland and published by Ringpress Books. This book was released on 2001 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Trick Horse Companion written by Allen Pogue and published by . This book was released on 2014-07-22 with total page 244 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Higher education for your horse! Trick training is one of the best-and most enjoyable-ways to enhance the intelligence, adaptability, predictability and desire of today's companion horse. In the process of teaching your horse many new skills you will discover - a safer, more confident equine companion-a "thinking" horse a horse with a "can-do" and "want-to-do" attitude a horse who displays willing compliance a better performance horse, whether in the show ring or on the trail And you will improve your horse's desire to interact and engage with you move beyond mechanical, rote learning to a new level of intelligence and self expression give your young horse a curriculum of learning that will send him to the head of the class improve everyday skills such as trailer loading, veterinary treatment, working with the farrier and hoof trimmer interact with your horse on a reciprocal level beyond your wildest dreams "Sue and Allen's Enlightened Trick Horse Training is, to my knowledge, the first trick-training method that honors the horse's intelligence and individuality." - Susana Gibson Founder and Publisher trailBLAZER magazine The Trick Horse Companion brings Trick Horse Training into the modern age of animal behavioral science. It bridges the human desire to be as one with the horse and develops a lasting and functional bond with the horse. Today's more enlightened horse enthusiasts want to know how to forge a closer relationship that includes the happiness of the horse. The Trick Horse Companion clearly explains how and why horses think and act as they do which is elementary to creating a mutually satisfying and sustainable horse/human bond. Most animal behaviorists agree horses are among the smartest of all domesticated animals, and the authors believe they are capable of much more than is ever asked of them. Horses make strong associations between objects and actions which is why we utilize plenty of props, including pedestals to mount, large balls to herd, small balls to retrieve, beanbags to sit upon, Frisbees to retrieve and cleat boards for targeting. Enlightened Trick Training is not an end point but rather a bonding and educational journey. It encourages communication and desire for interaction from the horse which promotes willing obedience as he learns to engage and respond on a higher level. All categories of Tricks are presented seamlessly and build upon each other to result in a highly- educated and responsive horse. A horse who is truly a companion, an individual that will enrich your life. "Companion" signifies the horse is elevated in his relationship with us and is a pleasure to spend time with. A companion horse may be a performance horse of any discipline or sport, a saddle or trail horse or a rescue horse-and he is a safer horse. Horses make powerful associations between objects (props) and actions, and by adding positive reinforcement including food treats, you can expect to see rapid results. Horses love this education because it is easy for them to understand and it's fun-not like work, but more like play. In all elements, the trick quickly becomes the reward rather than the work."
Download or read book Equine Empowerment written by Jessica Gonzalez and published by . This book was released on 2018-09-06 with total page 230 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Science based training is not just a way of modifying behavior, but an entire way of living with animals. A solid understanding of our species' natural history helps us best meet their needs and bring out their fullest potential. With an understanding of learning theory and behavioral science we can really begin to influence our companion's choices in the kindest way possible. Positive Reinforcement techniques allow us to develop a strong bond based on mutual understanding, empathy, and compassion. With the help of ethology, biology, and neuroscience, we can better understand how our horses think and feel. Using all this objective, science-based information, as well as our desire to be kinder to horses, we can reshape the horse-human connection. This book dives deep into the sciences behind how horses behave, learn, and feel with many custom designed charts and diagrams for visual learners to enjoy. There are over 70 instructional worksheets for you to apply this information to real life situations and individual equines. In these, we've detailed how to train a wide variety of ground and mounted behaviors as well as how to address emotional and behavioral problems.
Download or read book Positive Reinforcement R Training for Horses written by Shawna Karrasch and published by . This book was released on 2021-11-30 with total page 192 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Knowing Your Horse written by Emma Lethbridge and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2009-09-08 with total page 208 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: If you understand how your horse learns and why your training is effective, you can train faster, more ethically, and more sympathetically. Emma Lethbridge thoroughly but simply explains learning theory, and how to apply it in a way that is both efficient for training and holds the horse’s welfare paramount. Knowing Your Horse will be a key resource for those wishing to better understand their horse’s behavior, and to make the most of that understanding to improve their training techniques.
Download or read book Connection Training The Heart and Science of Positive Horse Training written by Hannah Weston and published by . This book was released on 2019-11-09 with total page 318 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A practical guide to using reward-based training techniques to create a true partnership with your horse. This leads to lifelong connection, effective problem-solving and joyful performance.
Download or read book Horse Follow Closely written by Gawani Pony Boy and published by Fox Chapel Publishing. This book was released on 2006-03-01 with total page 145 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: • An insightful and meaningful reader about relationship training methods between man and horse • Features an overview of how horses came to live with Native Americans and the impact on their lives • Provides philosophies and techniques for relationship training methods • Also includes Native American stories and legends about their special relationships with their horses
Download or read book Teaching Horses with Positive Reinforcement written by Katherine Bartlett and published by . This book was released on 2018-10-22 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Horse Training written by Thanh Cardinal and published by . This book was released on 2024-01-14 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This tutorial will provide you with an explanation of how a young horse is often introduced to training. You will receive a detailed explanation of the standard method and acquire the essential information to respond appropriately in case of any initial mishaps. Diving into the smallest click-and-treat points for each essential ability is the key to any teaching and learning scenario. This makes it possible for the horse to figure out how to get his next treat on a consistent basis. For each "piecework" that is required to complete the ultimate goal, the horse is paid. A reward system is a powerful motivator. It also has a designated term. The practice is known as Horsemanship, and your equine companion has a strong desire for it. The primary differentiating factor in the Saddle Up horse training technique lies in its ability to provide straightforward and precise training procedures that yield rapid and enduring outcomes. Currently, rather than at an unspecified period in the future. The uncertainty surrounding the process of learning horse training can stem from various factors, including the initial steps to take, handling horse-related issues, considering potential factors and symptoms, experiencing emotions that provoke challenges, apprehension about which questions to ask, or simply following a conditioned pattern from the past. The key concept to grasp is that horse training is a skill that requires dedication and meticulous handling. It is a straightforward process that numerous individuals have successfully mastered, overcoming any challenges or difficulties associated with horse training. By doing so, they have improved their quality of life and discovered a fulfilling path that ensures enduring happiness. I, too, have personally experienced these positive outcomes.
Download or read book THE CLINICAL COMPANION OF DONKEY DENTISTRY written by The Donkey Sanctuary and published by Troubador Publishing Ltd. This book was released on 2020-03-24 with total page 240 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This handbook has been produced as the first book in a series of in depth handbooks that will complement The Clinical Companion of the Donkey. It is a comprehensive and easy reference handbook on diagnosis, treatment and procedures for donkeys with dental conditions. It includes a chapter on nutrition to support the donkey with a dental condition and also a chapter on the important topic of prevention and routine care. With illustrations and images from our vast libraries and also from the collections of the authors, this handbook will be valuable to all those carrying out dental work on donkeys across the globe. It starts with a handy list of definitions of the important dental conditions in donkeys, all illustrated with colour photos.
Download or read book What Horses Really Want written by Lynn Acton and published by Trafalgar Square Books. This book was released on 2020-07-07 with total page 437 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A book chock-full of answers to horse-behavior questions that will change your horse's life for the better. Horses want partners they trust. Meeting their need for security makes them more tuned-in, calmer, and more reliable. In her engaging book, highly illustrated with professional color photographs, certified riding instructor Lynn Acton, MS, shows you how, with practical step-by-step instructions. You’ll see that progress can be surprisingly fast with methods that are gentle, time-tested, backed by science, and that make intuitive sense to your horse. Discover how to earn trust and make training more efficient by engaging horses’ innate intelligence, maintaining clear two-way communication, and considering their point of view. This leadership approach has been used successfully for centuries by people of all backgrounds and skill levels on horses at all levels of training. Acton refers to this relationship as Protector Leadership because you are the horse’s protector. In these pages, she combines extensive horse experience and an academic background in social dynamics with in-depth research. She interprets and cites the scientific findings that explain why Protector Leadership works, and offers valuable insights into equine psychology while exposing myths that are sources of problems. Plus, Acton includes “Things to Try” at the end of each chapter—fun and easy-to-implement exercises that help you engage your horse as a thinking partner Throughout, the narrative includes stories of Acton's progress with her own horses, including mistakes and hindsight, and especially the transformation of the book’s "cover girl" Brandy from a dangerous throwaway to a happy, reliable partner. Clear, detailed photographs show the subtle body language of horses and people, and illustrate critical interactions that make a real difference in our relationships, communication, and training. These are a few of the concrete skills you will learn: · Earn trust starting the moment you meet a horse. · Recognize “misbehavior” that actually means your horse is thinking like a partner. · Turn pressure into clear communication instead of stress. · Use Positive Reinforcement for better learning, behavior, and reliability. · Turn anxiety and spooks into confidence building situations. · Discourage unwanted behavior without punishment. · Allow your horse appropriate choices and freedom. As your bond strengthens, you can enjoy watching your horse’s true personality blossom. A thoughtful, progressive book for riders of all disciplines and students of the horse of all experience levels.
Download or read book Equitation Science written by Paul McGreevy and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2018-02-12 with total page 420 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A new edition of a highly respected textbook and reference in the rapidly emerging field of equitation science. Equitation Science, 2nd Edition incorporates learning theory into ethical equine training frameworks suitable for riders of any level and for all types of equestrian activity. Written by international experts at the forefront of the development of the field, the welfare of the horse and rider safety are primary considerations throughout. This edition features a new chapter on research methods, and a companion website provides the images from the book in PowerPoint.
Download or read book The Art of Liberty Training for Horses written by Jonathan Field and published by Trafalgar Square Books. This book was released on 2020-01-20 with total page 242 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Horse trainer Jonathan Field has made a name for himself with his unique ability to give people simple, understandable, doable steps that lead to working with a horse “at liberty” in a safe and progressive manner. True engagement with a horse at liberty isn’t just about removing tack and stepping outside the arena—it’s about connection, trust, and communication through movement. Enrich your relationship with your horse, improve your “feel,” and teach your horse to respond to the subtlest of cues; no matter your discipline, whether you compete or ride for pleasure, liberty training can change the way you interact with horses forever.
