Training & Behavior

Many horses are bought with high sporting expectations – but what does this do to their mental health?

Side reins provide stability - but they also come with risks. Learn which mistakes lead to overbending and why stretching is essential.

Learn more about common mistakes in the use of auxiliary reins, their biomechanical and psychological consequences, and the rider’s ethical responsibility.

Auxiliary reins are a controversial topic. Learn more about correct use, when they can be helpful & and where caution is needed.

Learn what side reins, martingales & similar aids are used for, how they affect biomechanics and which alternatives exist.

The biomechanics of the basic gaits: learn how to recognize movement patterns, lameness and rhythm faults at an early stage. Read now!

How does a horse carry a rider in a healthy way? Everything you need to know about the thoracic sling, carrying fatigue and correct training.

Learn how anatomy & biomechanics influence equine health. Correct training, core training principles, warning signs & more!

Learning for Life in the Stable: Horses support child development. Motor skills, empathy, responsibility, and confidence through interacting with horses

Children and their love for horses: learning to ride, safety, good riding instruction, and owning a pony. A guide for parents with valuable tips.

Mental preparation for groundwork: posture, energy, inner calm, and a conscious balance between presence and composure

Key points for groundwork with horses: the right equipment is the foundation for trust and safety.

The ideal training area for groundwork with horses: safety, the right surface and minimising distractions

Preparing the Horse for Groundwork: Building trust, establishing the first signals, correct timing. Foundations for successful training.

Find out what role the right treats play in clicker training — from healthy base rewards to motivating jackpots.

Discover the connection between clicker training and trick training in horse education — from small beginnings to the big show.

Learn how to teach your horse complex tasks with clicker training — using the example of retrieving a feed bucket.

Discover the basics of clicker training for horses: from proper conditioning to the precise use of the clicker.

Why do sport horses need hacking out? Discover how outdoor training boosts performance and supports mental well-being. Plus: top safety tips.

Planning Your Horse’s First Hack?Here’s how to introduce them to the big wide world—calmly and confidently.

How Can Young Horses Safely Gain Hacking Experience? Find out why early outings without a rider lay the foundation for confident, reliable horses in the future.

Using natural obstacles in horse training?Discover how logs, puddles & more can help turn your horse into a bold and athletic partner.

What are the risks and rewards of riding out?Find out how realistic judgement can turn challenges into valuable experiences.

How do you best prepare your horse for hacking out? Discover why the most effective groundwork starts in familiar surroundings.

This question is much discussed within the equestrian community. We explain how foals learn what is good and how humans can outsmart them.

Circus lessons and clicker training are a sensible and fun way to keep the horse busy in all weathers.