Turn Play into Partnership

Positive Reinforcement Horse Training: Our Reward-Based, Playful Approach

Woman and horse playing a target touch game at liberty.

Training your horse doesn’t have to feel serious or stressful. At Horse Tricks 101, we use reward-based training — a friendly, practical approach built mostly on positive reinforcement (+R also written R+). That means giving your horse something they love when they get it right — whether that’s a treat, a scratch, or a short […]

15 Fun and Interesting Groundwork Ideas for You and Your Horse

Horse groundwork ideas

Before you go riding, spend time on your groundwork. Your rides will be safer and much more fun (for you and your horse). NEVER go out for a ride if you are worried your horse might not do what you ask. You need to be sure you and your horse have an excellent connection before […]

Does your horse come running when called?

Does you horse come when you call?

There’s nothing quite like the feeling of your horse running to you—not because they have to, but because they want to. But it wasn’t always that way for Bella. When Bella first arrived, she was nearly impossible to catch. I’d walk into the paddock, and she’d walk away. I’d take a step closer, and she’d […]

Steps To Teach Your Horse to Stand Still and Wait

Teaching your horse to stand still and ‘Wait’ without being tied up is a very handy trick! With just a few minutes of daily practice, you can teach your horse to calmly wait for you. ‘Wait’ has many uses…   You can use it to teach your horse to stand on a pedestal or stay […]