It’s all about shaping and CHOICE!
Shaping is a wonderfully creative, kind and generous way to train horses. The foundation of shaping is encouraging horses to offer behavior and then building desired behaviors through positive reinforcement.
Shaping allows the horse to be an active participant in the training process; imagine a horse seeking a way to improve his canter depart or balance a halt on his own. These the type of results that begin to emerge through the power of shaping when a Volunteering horse is created.
The Volunteering Horse becomes happier and more fun to be around. Allow the horse his full personality, listen to the choices he makes, and hear his voice. This is what builds a great, mutually understanding, trusting relationship.
We have a variety of videos, lesson plans and products to facilitate your learning experience.
If you like to learn from videos, we have a wide variety you can download and watch at your convenience.
We also have multiple online clinics. Small classes and plenty of teaching videos make this a great way to expand your skill level.
Peggy Hogan fell in love with horses at age three when her sister put her on a pay-per-lap pony ride in Griffith Park, Los Angeles. Like many people, she loves animals and has a passion for training.
Learning from clicker trainers of other species, Peggy investigated ways to add more shaping, capturing, luring, and targeting to her program. She experienced how horses would offer complex behaviors freely if given the choice.
Watch Peggy’s videos; you will see a variety of horses, at liberty, offering behaviors that range from agility to freestyle to medical procedures. Her techniques have been used for horse rescue, too. Learn more about Peggy on her blog
Find out what our clients say about their experiences in our clinics, online courses, and personalized training.
I have taken all the online classes she has offered and still I managed to learn a few things.
Everyone came away with new or refined skills or a new behavior. Thanks Peggy and Laurie for another job well done.
(CLINIC) Peggy’s clinic was a most amazing learning experience as well as tremendous fun with a wonderful group of people. I learned so much in a short time that will stay with me throughout all my training experiences, with horses and dogs as well (and goats and donkeys, too!)
She is patient and kind, and her care and concern for the welfare and well being of all animals simply shines through her. I feel privileged to have met her and was able to share in and benefit from her knowledge. I hope to be able to attend or host many clinics in the future!
Meaghan Arpe
(CLASS AND LESSONS) Peggy has the unique ability to teach us the ease of shaping behaviors. Using the horse’s natural ability to bring behavior from the inside to the outside. In contrast to controlling behavior from the outside as in traditional training.
Her "think outside the stall" online courses are extremely educational. You get quick feedback on your progress along with learning from other students. I have also been lucky enough to have some live lession. My advice: don’t pass up the chance.
As a KPA graduate, Peggy has enhanced my knowledge tremendously. My horses and I are grateful!
Edie DeMaria, VDM
(CUES CLASS) Another fabulous course from Peggy and Laurie. My horse knows quite a few cues and this course helps to solidify that knowledge and adds another level to our learning. Being part of a group where you can follow everyone’s progress is inspiring, all the constructive comments are thought provoking, helping us, the handler, to work through our own ’issues’ and finding a solution. From doing this course I now have a much better understanding of adding cues, proofing them and moving on to using multiple cues.
Julie Jordan
(SHAPING CLASS) This is a great class and a fabulous way to both present information and for students to seek feedback. Shaping is such an important aspect of clicker training and Peggy and Laurie were awesome about providing feedback and suggestions for participants. Loved the video presentations from both instructors and students.
Kris Murphy
You can study in your own home by downloading videos, written material and lesson plans that are right for your skill level. Lessons can be printed and taken to the barn for easy study! Click here to download a free two page sample of a Clicker Tip.
We recognize that the mutual relationship between you and your horse is special and unique. We support that relationship with personalized coaching available on Facebook in our popular online study groups. Follow this link to find out about current courses and be sure to join us in the next class.
You can also check back regularly to see our latest blogs. Peggy’s blog
Peggy Hogan will be presenting lectures at Clicker Expo in 2020. We would love to see you there in Louisville, March 13th - 15th! Don’t miss out on this amazing learning opportunity!
Clinics:
Pennsylvania - Apr. 4-5
Santa Barbara - Apr. 17 - 19
Peggy is hosting a three-day intensive clinic in Santa Barbara, with guest clinician Monty Gwynne.
Participants and auditor spots are open. Contact me for more information.
Peggy will be in England and Scotland for 2 clinics in June.
More information
Please contact Peggy for current clinic possibilities.
Pick the learning modality that fits your needs. We can arrange to have a clinic, workshop and even private lessons in your area. To learn more about hosting a clinic download this form.
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Peggy Hogan and the horses.
Welcome to our gallery. Here you’ll see pictures of our beloved horses, past, present and those who have gone over the rainbow bridge. We will change the pictures from time to time so please come back and visit.
