EXCLUSIVE MEMBER CONTENT: Join Sandra Poppema from Hippologic as she answers your most pressing questions about positive reinforcement training in this intimate Q&A session.
In this exclusive members-only video, Sandra challenges conventional wisdom about treat-giving, explaining why the equestrian industry's fears about creating "pushy horses" are often misguided. She shares touching insights about the powerful connection formed when hand-feeding treats, likening it to how humans naturally bond through sharing food.
Sandra addresses real member questions, including:
How to approach yard owners who prohibit hand-feeding treats
The biggest challenges horses and owners face today
Why the physical connection during treat-giving creates a unique bond
How to reframe treat-giving as "training" and "food reinforcement"
Sandra shares a moving story about a rescue horse who had never experienced the joy of taking food from a human hand, highlighting how this simple act of connection can help rebuild trust between horses and humans.
This intimate conversation goes beyond technique to explore the philosophy of treating horses as friends rather than possessions, with practical advice for navigating traditional environments while staying true to your values.
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