A story about riding in the Colombian Andes on the most amazing horses ever. An adventure of a lifetime!

This article explores using positive reinforcement with horses. What is it?What are the benefits? How does it work?

Anthropomorphism with horses can be a big problem, both for the horses and for us. What is it? How do we avoid it?

Attending to horse health before training is essential. When we have a behavioural issue we must look to possible health reasons first.

Making it easy for horses is not about settling for second best. It's about finding a solution that works for everyone, without stress.

Desensitisation with horses is essential for safety and ease of handling and riding.

The benefits to be gained from listening to horses are enormous, both for yourself and for the horses.

Conversations with horses that can set our paths forward together much easier and more pleasurable for everyone.

Sentience and horses - sentience is the ability to perceive one’s environment and experience sensations such as pain, suffering, pleasure or comfort. An animal that is sentient receives internal sensation and information from their environment, and interprets this as an emotion.

Training and detraining horses is happening all the time, and by being aware of this we can make positive moves forward with our beloved horses. Everything we do with our horses is either training them or de-training them.

Looking at the difference between bribery and reward with horses to promote their training and promote positive steps forward.

Imagine a relationship of mutual respect between us and our horse. In such a relationship there is time to be aware of the others needs and wants. Our horse is relaxed and happy in our presence. Respecting the horse creates a deeper connection and greater harmony.

Spending more time being in the happy place with horses will change both their lives and ours. How can we do this? Read on...

Training the horses brain is much more effective than training their body. Looking at effective training methods for the modern equestrian.

Discover how 'Finding the Present Moment with Horses' can enhance your connection with these majestic animals. Embracing mindfulness.