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. One of the benefits of shaping is "Discretionary Effort." Watch this video to see how this mare shows her enthusiasm for having a rider on her back.
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.
(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)
Peggy Hogan Monty Gwynne have short classes that are affordable, focused on a theme, applicable to any level of expertise, very hands-on, and packed with the latest in behavior science! Not to mention fun!?
--Nancy Hull--
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.
The mutual relationship between you and your horse is special and unique. We support that relationship with personalized coaching in our popular online study groups.
Peggy Hogan will be presenting at Clicker Expo Live in 2023. We would love to see you online! Don��t miss out on this amazing learning opportunity!
Clinics:
Are you interested in studying with Peggy Hogan at her facility with her horses?
Please contact her for more information.
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.
