My Book

Many problems are caused by too much focus on what we want from horses and not enough on what they need from us. When success is measured by obedience, what the horse thinks and feels can be overlooked. Is he calm, confident, and trusting? Or anxiously wishing he could escape? His behavior, performance, and reliability depend on the answers to those questions. The solution is a relationship (not a training program) that I call Protector Leadership because it meets horses’ need for security, clarity, and someone they trust to protect them. What Horses Really Want explains how and why this relationship works. Brandy and Bronzz help me demonstrate how it can work for you, too. Suggested exercises are included to help you apply what we demonstrate. What Horses Really Want is available in both hardcopy and ebook format.
In the US: Trafalgar Square Books or Amazon
Both Trafalgar and Amazon show the Table of Contents and a sample chapter.
In UK and Europe: Quiller Publishing
In Australia and NZ: Horse Books

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Text from the back cover, with chapter numbers added:
Earn a horse’s trust starting from the moment you meet him. Chapter 2
Discourage unwanted behavior without punishment. Chapter 9
Catch an “uncatchable” horse by showing him he will be safe when he is with you. Chapter 2
Interpret unwanted behavior so you can identify and address underlying causes. Chapters 7 – 8
Recognize “misbehavior” that is actually a positive sign that your horse is thinking like a partner. Chapter 6
Turn pressure into a clear means of communication instead of a source of stress. Chapter 9
Encourage your horse to stay with you when he is nervous and watch for your guidance and direction. Chapter 10
Use rewards to encourage learning and improve your relationship with your horse. Chapter 11
Reawaken your horse’s curiosity and ability to learn in new and potentially scary situations. Chapter 12 -14
Improve your horse’s reliability with a positive confidence-building system. Chapter 15
Strengthen your connection with your horse by allowing him appropriate choices and freedom. Chapter 16