There seems to be a universal misconception about using a reward system (Clicker Training) when ‘training’  horses. To the left you see the positive results of using a very short…

EXCELLENT ARTICLE by CORALIE SMYTH — THE SECRET OF INSPIRED TRAINING All top trainers use this to some degree, some more than others, but the very best trainers, whether they…

8-17-2012 Last night I worked with an older mare who had issues with standing quietly in the trailer. No problem loading up (stock trailer) but then when asked to turn…

I’d posted a link to the 2nd part of my CHA conference presentation on another forum and was accused of not posting the entire thing thus being deceptive and lying….

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  The Thinking Horse: Cognition and Perception Reviewed Evelyn B. Hanggi, MS, PhD An excerpt :: Practical applications of positive reinforcement have been researched with respect to the use of these principles to…

… “I think, Bob, that physiologically, the anticipation of a primary reinforcer (food, sex, water) will cause a very sharp rise in the dopamine levels which cause the horse to…

Last year we had several months that included PLAY DAYS here on PENZANCE. I’m excited that I can now report that this coming season, 2012, will also see regular PLAY…

Intrigued?  Curious? Wanna know more? Check it out:  [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=efcjt96jMMs]

This clip explains and exhibits a bit of how I work with horses of all ages, breeds, types, sizes and temperaments.