Positive Horses: A Positive Method for Training Horses Using Behavior Modification

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 behav