Solving Mounting Issues

Solving Mounting Issues

Author: Chandra April 12, 2022 Duration: 42:08
There can be many behaviors horses show us that they are uncomfortable being mounted and ridden. Walking off while you are getting on is one of the most common. I’ll talk about this behavior and others, why they are happening and how to fix them.

Chandra hosts Contemporary Horsemanship Podcast, a space dedicated to thoughtful conversations about working with horses. Rather than presenting rigid rules, this podcast explores the nuances of equine behavior and the practical application of modern training methods. Each episode feels like a candid discussion, breaking down why horses react the way they do and how we can build clearer, more trusting partnerships with them. You'll hear specific insights on interpreting subtle body language, refining groundwork, and applying riding techniques that prioritize mutual understanding over dominance. It’s for anyone who spends time around horses and wants to move beyond simple commands to a deeper, more collaborative connection. The focus is always on sharing accessible, useful knowledge that listeners can immediately relate to their own experiences at the barn or on the trail. By tuning in, you join a community curious about the evolving art of horsemanship, all delivered through Chandra’s grounded and relatable perspective. This isn't about quick fixes; it's about fostering a lifelong, rewarding dialogue with these incredible animals.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

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Podcast Episodes
Cold Weather Behavior [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 24:53
Having a horse that has more energy or gets spooky durning cooler weather is pretty common. It can also be very frustrating. I’ll discuss some reasons why this happens and how to deal with it.
The Science of Horse Training Part 7: Punishment [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 31:20
In this episode, I’ll talk about the punishment side of the learning quadrants. Unlike reinforcement, punishment is effective when it decreases or stops a behavior. Lots of people use punishment effectively or ineffectiv…
The Science of Horse Training Part 6: Reinforcement [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 40:51
There are four learning quadrants. They are positive reinforcement, negative reinforcement, positive punishment, and negative punishment. I’m going to stick with the reinforcement side for this episode. It is common for…
The Science of Horse Training Part 5: Operant Conditioning [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 35:27
Operant conditioning is the kind of conditioning that you will see most often during training and it is more obvious than classical conditioning. Operant conditioning is when an animal operates on its environment to get…
The Science of Horse Training Part 4: Classical Conditioning [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 41:46
Classical conditioning is happening all the time, for better or for worse. It is essentially learning by association. This can work in a negative way such as when you hear a bee buzzing right before you get stung. Now yo…
The Science of Horse Training Part 3: Desensitization and Habituation [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 47:18
I’ll talk about what desensitization and habituation are and how they differ. Most importantly I’ll cover how they affect the horse during training. What we are usually doing and calling desensitization is actually not a…
The Science of Horse Training Part 2: Sensitization [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 44:03
I’ll talk about the role sensitization plays in training horses. I’ll also cover what unconditional and conditional reflexes are. These topics are the beginning of training a horse to respond to different cues, either wi…
The Science of Horse Training: Reflexes and the Startle Response [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 35:24
I want to do a series on the science behind horse training and behavior. First I want to talk about reflexes. Why they are important to clicker training and why normal reactions in horses can cause us so much frustration…
Why Horses Kick [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 32:30
I want to talk about common reasons why horses kick and some ways that we can help to change that behavior.