The Power Of Positive Horse Training

Author : Sarah Blanchard
Publisher : Turner Publishing Company
Page : 257 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 2007-08-20
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9780470250334

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The Power of Positive Horse Training by Sarah Blanchard Pdf

"This book is a welcome addition to the literature in the field of horse training and should be in the library of any serious, caring horseperson." --Gincy Self Bucklin Author of What Your Horse Wants You to Know and How Your Horse Wants You to Ride: Starting Out, Starting Over With unique insight based on years of experience, author Sarah Blanchard describes horse training based on positive motivation and cooperation instead of subservience and domination. The Power of Positive Horse Training: Saying Yes to Your Horse helps you understand your horse's agenda and explains rewards-based training. It goes beyond theory and: * Helps trainers and riders create a logical, consistent system of requests, responses, and rewards * Teaches communication skills and methods that build respect and a rewarding relationship * Describes nine specific, progressive exercises designed to improve communication and cooperation between horse and rider * Explains how to use positive training techniques to solve six common behavioral problems This book helps you forge a bond of understanding and trust with your horse that leads to enhanced responsiveness and teamwork. . . . and make riding a pure joy.

Author : Shawna Karrasch
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 192 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2021-11-30
Category : Pets
ISBN : 164601037X

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Positive Reinforcement (R+) Training for Horses by Shawna Karrasch Pdf

Author : Patti Dammier PhD
Publisher : iUniverse
Page : 108 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2019-04-06
Category : Pets
ISBN : 9781532070273

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Behavior Modification for Horses by Patti Dammier PhD Pdf

Unlock the myth and mystery surrounding the current horse training literature. Understand the reasons that make any horse training method work. Use the effective methods developed by research scientists that created the powerful tools of behavior modification that can help trainers and riders create successful horse performance. Learn the power of behavior modification that allows any horse behavior or training method to be explained. Create reasonable, achievable lessons for your horse. Create rider aids and cues that truly reward the horse. Increase desirable horse behavior while decreasing the undesirable. Learn step-by step lessons to train horse behavior. Behavior Modification for Horses was written by a rider and trainer with over twenty-five years of experience working with the best riding masters in Europe. Patti Dammier brings the best expertise of both worlds: horse training and a professional background as an educator and researcher—an innovative approach that takes the work of scientists and explains behavior modification based on horses. It is time to move away from the trendy and quick-fix horse-training methods and learn the basic principles of behavior modification that teaches anyone to create a positive training environment and a method to obtain desirable behavior from horses.

Author : Patti Dammier PhD
Publisher : iUniverse
Page : 108 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2019-09-25
Category : Pets
ISBN : 9781532081828

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Positive Horses by Patti Dammier PhD Pdf

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.

Author : Hannah Weston,Rachel Bedingfield
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 318 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2019-11-09
Category : Nature
ISBN : 1916210104

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Connection Training: The Heart and Science of Positive Horse Training by Hannah Weston,Rachel Bedingfield Pdf

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.

Author : PATTI. DAMIER PHD
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 152 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 2019-09-25
Category : Pets
ISBN : 1532081839

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Positive Horses by PATTI. DAMIER PHD Pdf

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.

Author : Hertha James
Publisher : Independently Published
Page : 230 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 2018-12-22
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1792125593

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Precision Horse Training with Positive Reinforcement by Hertha James Pdf

This ninth book in the Life Skills for Horses series looks at ways we can learn to be more precise with our body language. When we strive to cut the static or 'noise' out of our body language, the horse will begin to notice that our body orientation, our breathing, our gestures and our energy level can indeed be significant.Horses are expert readers of each other's body language. Even across considerable distance, the flick of an ear expresses a whole sentence. As a horse gets to know a person, he applies the same skill to reading that person's body language.As we learn to remain relaxed and be totally consistent with the way we communicate, we enable the horse to correctly read even our smallest intent.This illustrated book outlines twelve Training Plans that can be developed into Individual Education Programs to suit each specific horse and handler partnership.If you are new or new-ish to equine clicker training (positive reinforcement training), the first chapter details how to get started. The book includes an extensive glossary explaining concepts in everyday language. Each chapter has links to free YouTube video clips that help explain the tasks.

Author : Alexandra Kurland
Publisher : For Dummies
Page : 384 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2022-11-23
Category : Nature
ISBN : 111991003X

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Horse Training For Dummies by Alexandra Kurland Pdf

Been through the desert on a horse with no name? Dummies can help! Horses are intelligent, powerful animals, and they benefit from training and positive interactions with their owners. Dummies offers easy-to-understand, no-nonsense explanations and tips for teaching useful behaviors and stimulating games that satisfies your horse’s curiosity and desire to please. Horse Training For Dummies is an invaluable guide for anyone who works with horses. It focuses on the importance of positive training and understanding the unique body language and cues from your horse. From choosing the best training approach or solving behavioral problems, readers have all the answers at their fingertips with Horse Training For Dummies. You’ll be riding off into the sunset in no time! Inside: Improving the rider-horse connection How to train safely and effectively Decoding horse body language Choosing the right training method Troubleshooting common behavioral issues Fun tricks and games to play with your horse Basics of grooming, medical care, and more

Author : Patti Dammier, PhD
Publisher : iUniverse
Page : 139 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2014-08-27
Category : Pets
ISBN : 9781491739570

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Horse Makeovers by Patti Dammier, PhD Pdf

Horses are beautiful creatures who respond favorably to humans because we have the ability to create a positive relationship with them. But how do we create a positive learning environment that will obtain desirable behavior from horses? In her guidebook, a professional educator and Grand Prix dressage horse trainer shares step-by-step lessons and powerful tools of behavior modification that will help horse trainers and riders create successful horse performance. Dr. Patti Dammier relies on over twenty-five years of experience in horse training and professional research and education to offer an innovative approach that uses scientific evidence to teach basic principles of behavior change. Through her methods, case studies, and key points, riders and horse trainers will learn how to: Establish goals and objectives specifi cally tailored for each horse Create reasonable and achievable lessons Develop rider aids and cues that reward behavior Decrease undesirable behavior without unnecessary force Manage risk and ensure a safe learning environment Horse Makeovers is a guidebook for anyone eager to learn an educated approach to training horses that utilizes proven scientific research, resources of learning theory, and techniques of positive motivation to achieve results.

Author : Shawna Karrasch
Publisher : Createspace Independent Pub
Page : 234 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2012-12-17
Category : Pets
ISBN : 1480254908

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You Can Train Your Horse to Do Anything! by Shawna Karrasch Pdf

If you have ever wished you could get your horse to consistently perform to the best of his ability, On Target Training is for you. This effective new method combines the basics of clicker training (widely used on marine mammals and dogs) with a step-by-step target system that assures training success for any breed or any age horse. Karrasch explains reward reinforcement training in a way that makes it easy to learn. She guides the reader through all the basics, including teaching the bridge signal (using the clicker) and employing hand-held and stationary targets; she then cover aspects of training horses both on the ground and under saddle. Training advice is provided for: specific riding disciplines ‹ jumping, Western riding, dressage, and trail; behavior problems; trailer loading; working with young horses; and last of all, just for fun, teaching tricks. Shawna says: “A degree in psychology is not required to train animals. It is, however, helpful. All of the work we do as animal trainers (with horses too) is based in psychology, whether we are aware of it or not. The more you understand about these proven principles the better you are as a trainer. The focus of my training is helping people to gain a better understanding of behavioral psychology and the benefits of positive reinforcement in regards to horse training. I chose to make the move to horses partly due to the lack of positive reinforcement being used with horses. I recognized that horses were not trained the same as the marine mammals. I also saw that the training we implemented at Sea World would be a huge asset to the horse world. A lot of horse people, including professionals, don't know much about the proven principles of behavioral psychology. Therefore, I see a bigger need in helping horse folk to further understand the principles that govern the relationships we build with our horses.. It is really fun to see the light come on!!”

Author : Hertha James
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 246 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2020-05-11
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1792071213

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Training a Horse to Harness Using Positive Reinforcement by Hertha James Pdf

When I was no longer able to ride, I embarked on the challenge of teaching my horse to work in harness. I wanted to see how far we could get using clicker training, which was such fun. This illustrated book contains the detail of my planning for this project. The plans guided me through careful consideration of all the mini-skills involved with: -Long-reining.-Handler dragging strange things on a rope.-Staying parked in narrow spaces.-Stepping back into tight dead-end spaces.-Rope and stick relaxation.-Familiarity with the harness at different gaits.-Pulling tires - traces but no shafts.-Walking beside the cart pulled by human helpers.-Familiarity with the idea of shafts.-Hitching up and driving at home.-Generalize to different places.The key was to expand the horse's comfort zone slowly by making sure she always knew what to do to earn her next click&treat. I filmed each step of the process and the book includes links to the video clips.

Author : Jessica Gonzalez
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 230 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2018-09-06
Category : Horsemanship
ISBN : 0692181717

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Equine Empowerment by Jessica Gonzalez Pdf

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.

Author : Alexandra Kurland
Publisher : Ringpress Books
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2001
Category : Clicker training (Animal training)
ISBN : 1860542921

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Clicker Training for Your Horse by Alexandra Kurland Pdf

Author : Thomas Meagher
Publisher : Skyhorse Publishing Inc.
Page : 812 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2007-11-17
Category : Nature
ISBN : 1602390967

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The Gigantic Book of Horse Wisdom by Thomas Meagher Pdf

Can you recall the first time you rode a horse or galloped down an empty beach? The first time you heard the knowing “neigh” as the saddle shifted on the proud stallion’s back? Bring back those wonderful memories with this enormous 800-page anthology. Featuring personal insights from some of the world’s foremost equestrian writers, including Anna Sewell, Nicholas Evans, Cormac McCarthy, and others, it will surely pull the heartstrings of serious jockeys and casual riders alike. Traveling from the open plains to the cattle ranches of the beauteous Midwest, from the quiet seclusion of small town America to the clamor of New York, this special volume reminds us of all the little bits of wisdom we can learn from our equestrian friends. Skyhorse Publishing, as well as our Sports Publishing imprint, is proud to publish a broad range of books for readers interested in sports—books about baseball, pro football, college football, pro and college basketball, hockey, or soccer, we have a book about your sport or your team. In addition to books on popular team sports, we also publish books for a wide variety of athletes and sports enthusiasts, including books on running, cycling, horseback riding, swimming, tennis, martial arts, golf, camping, hiking, aviation, boating, and so much more. While not every title we publish becomes a New York Times bestseller or a national bestseller, we are committed to publishing books on subjects that are sometimes overlooked by other publishers and to authors whose work might not otherwise find a home.

Author : Sarah Blanchard
Publisher : Turner Publishing Company
Page : 186 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 2010-03-08
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9780470652275

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Jump With Joy by Sarah Blanchard Pdf

Many riders want to try jumping, but are intimidated. This guide helps riders of every age safely learn to jump by presenting a natural approach with progressive, step-by-step exercises, full explanations, and lots of photos and diagrams. It covers everything from preparing a green horse for the first jump to riding a challenging course in a show ring. It includes guidelines for every discipline and every breed of horse, plus information on the demands of different competitive events.