What a day! Bathed 2 minis that have never had a bath before. I finally gave up on clicking for this exercise.. not enough hands for hose, treats, clicker and directing horses in right direction! Tomorrow I'll resume training Buddy to be lead pony on my carousel. Thanks for the great videos.. I'm learning so much that I've fallen in love all over again with my minis!
This was absolutely BRILLIANT!! I can't wait to incorporate some of these techniques into training my minis!! Never even thought about using the clicker on the minis!! I use it on my dogs...why not the minis! But LOVE your ideas for cart training!! WONDERFUL!!
This is one of the best training videos I've seen! It is extremely positive and the steps taken insure that the pony will be comfortable in his new job. Major props- you are an outstanding clicker trainer and your work is fantastic!
+EternalFreewill You are very kind. I am so glad to see people embracing this amazing form of training. I'm also glad to say I feel I've advanced in my techniques since I filmed this. Thank you again for your kind words. --Peggy Hogan
What a refreshing take on this... I have a mini mare that I'm going to start introducing driving to. I'll avidly look into your other videos for general Clicker training. Thank you for sharing!
Thank you so much! I did make an additional video of part two. The point is we really can use so many of our daily activities to use in our training, and combined with the clicker/reinforcement it can be so enjoyable for the horse. Thank you again. Please feel free to join my group on FB at Clicker Training Horses - Peggy Hogan
Loren, I train with pelleted feed to keep the calories down. I also start minis a LOT later than most, in terms of pulling weight. I do lots and lots of training in preparation though :-)
that was really good! I new about clickers for dogs but never thought to use them with horses! When I end up training a horse I'll think about using a clicker.
Thanks for posting this! I've been wanting to train my pony (even though she's not a mini) to drive! We're working on it right now, the only thing missing is the cart, lol!
Where is part 2? Also - I am working on this stuff with my mini, but I am fairly new to clicker training and don't really see anyone actually clicking once the horse gets going hitched up - I mean, do you really keep stopping and getting out to treat, and what motivation does the horse have if you don't?
@glovie2I think a good replacement word is 'yes' also. If you only use yes for marking the behavior you want. I do it with my pony and he has picked up on it quite well. He also really blossomed personality wise since starting this type of training. He was abused by a whip before I got him, and aggressively trained w/NH after that. Needless to say when he saw a lunge line, round pen, or whip he was nippy and uncooperative. Now he plays with my whip and tries very hard to understand things! = )
This has been a very valuable valuable lesson for me. I use a clicker with my dog but never thought of using it for my mini horses. How young can I start cart pulling training? I have a 6 month old and a 14 month (fillys), that I'm working with. Do you use verbal commands also?
It DOES help them to learn to be square. Also, it teaches them that standing still while the human does LOTS of different activities associated with the cart is a GOOD thing!
Compare: In pressure/release training the horse is moving away from pressure. The skilled trainer sees each minute effort and gives the release as the teaching tool. No one thinks these frequent releases are excessive. In positive reinforcement the animal is moving towards something it desires and learns to offer behavior in an effort to receive the reward. The skilled trainer reinforces and therefore teaches by rewarding the slightest efforts that builds towards the finished behavior.
Kristin, this mini was a rescue, and probably one of the most difficult horses I've trained. If you learn the techniques utilized with clicker training, you'll get results. Truly.
+Kylah Yvonne The mat is used to teach them to station or stand still. It also helps to have them understand what they need to do when tacked up. If you don't use cross ties for tacking, you can tell just how comfortable or UNcomfortable your horse is with the process. Thanks for asking. :-)
Thank you for posting this video. I train minis to drive and am always looking for new ways to train them. Plan to use the wheelbarrow tomorrow. Do you use a log for them to pull before you hitch them? About how long does it take you to train a mini to pull a cart. It takes me about 7 months but I take alot of time and always want it to be fun. check out my site Dinah 1956. Thanks again for posting this video!!
What a day! Bathed 2 minis that have never had a bath before. I finally gave up on clicking for this exercise.. not enough hands for hose, treats, clicker and directing horses in right direction! Tomorrow I'll resume training Buddy to be lead pony on my carousel. Thanks for the great videos.. I'm learning so much that I've fallen in love all over again with my minis!
This was absolutely BRILLIANT!! I can't wait to incorporate some of these techniques into training my minis!! Never even thought about using the clicker on the minis!! I use it on my dogs...why not the minis! But LOVE your ideas for cart training!! WONDERFUL!!
Hi Peggy,
both great jobs: training Mantra and the video! I love all of them.
Katja
This is the most awsome way to start cart training!! Or any training for that matter.
aww he/she is so cute, good job on the trainging 2
Lol it's like training a dog! So cute! Must. Have. Mini. Horse.
This is one of the best training videos I've seen! It is extremely positive and the steps taken insure that the pony will be comfortable in his new job. Major props- you are an outstanding clicker trainer and your work is fantastic!
+EternalFreewill You are very kind. I am so glad to see people embracing this amazing form of training. I'm also glad to say I feel I've advanced in my techniques since I filmed this.
Thank you again for your kind words. --Peggy Hogan
that was so cute, nice job! TY for posting and making this. Tooo Cooool!
What a refreshing take on this... I have a mini mare that I'm going to start introducing driving to. I'll avidly look into your other videos for general Clicker training. Thank you for sharing!
Thank you so much! I did make an additional video of part two. The point is we really can use so many of our daily activities to use in our training, and combined with the clicker/reinforcement it can be so enjoyable for the horse.
Thank you again. Please feel free to join my group on FB at Clicker Training Horses - Peggy Hogan
Loren, I train with pelleted feed to keep the calories down.
I also start minis a LOT later than most, in terms of pulling weight. I do lots and lots of training in preparation though :-)
that was really good! I new about clickers for dogs but never thought to use them with horses! When I end up training a horse I'll think about using a clicker.
I Loved This!!! It Really Helped Me Train My Mini Donkey, Jenny !!!!
Wow how old id he?I might be getting a mini this Friday Ive been begging my grandma for him for months and finally I get to go see him!
Great video. Thanks for sharing.You've given me some great ideas that I'll use in training.I'm a first time mini owner and this is very inspiring. :)
Thanks for posting this! I've been wanting to train my pony (even though she's not a mini) to drive! We're working on it right now, the only thing missing is the cart, lol!
LUCKY! The mini at my stables is of scared of EVERYTHING. So we realy cant do much with him, but we love him anyways :D btw GREAT job with the pony
we have a rescue shelti but she is just too lazy!
haha
you are my an awsome trainer
thanks for the vids
seems like you got to give alot of treats.
love this video!
I am so happy. I have ordered my clicker for my miniature and I can't wait to get it! :)
Where is part 2? Also - I am working on this stuff with my mini, but I am fairly new to clicker training and don't really see anyone actually clicking once the horse gets going hitched up - I mean, do you really keep stopping and getting out to treat, and what motivation does the horse have if you don't?
Thanks @Pat Dillahey. Keep me posted. Would love to hear your progress. You can come join me on FB for some great discussions.
Is there any downside to clicking with the tongue, which leaves the hands free?
does the pony learn to bite? being that they are eating out of the hand all the time?
@glovie2I think a good replacement word is 'yes' also. If you only use yes for marking the behavior you want. I do it with my pony and he has picked up on it quite well. He also really blossomed personality wise since starting this type of training. He was abused by a whip before I got him, and aggressively trained w/NH after that. Needless to say when he saw a lunge line, round pen, or whip he was nippy and uncooperative. Now he plays with my whip and tries very hard to understand things! = )
This has been a very valuable valuable lesson for me. I use a clicker with my dog but never thought of using it for my mini horses. How young can I start cart pulling training? I have a 6 month old and a 14 month (fillys), that I'm working with. Do you use verbal commands also?
Where is part two?
Hi Dennis, it's too bad you didn't stick around to respond to the post you started. It was a great question.
Hi, what is the exact purpose of the mat? Is it to get him to place his feet squarely?
It DOES help them to learn to be square. Also, it teaches them that standing still while the human does LOTS of different activities associated with the cart is a GOOD thing!
Hi could i just ask what it is you use for treats?
"Stand still and get treats, and all I have to do is tolerate this weird leather thing? Deal!"
Compare: In pressure/release training the horse is moving away from pressure. The skilled trainer sees each minute effort and gives the release as the teaching tool. No one thinks these frequent releases are excessive.
In positive reinforcement the animal is moving towards something it desires and learns to offer behavior in an effort to receive the reward. The skilled trainer reinforces and therefore teaches by rewarding the slightest efforts that builds towards the finished behavior.
What do you reward him with
Jack Murray she uses pelleted feed
Hi there @csedbdeyes - please find the link in my videos, I can't post it in a comment.
I wish it was that easy with my mini. :(
Kristin, this mini was a rescue, and probably one of the most difficult horses I've trained. If you learn the techniques utilized with clicker training, you'll get results. Truly.
Why do you need a mat to train a mini horse to drive
+Kylah Yvonne The mat is used to teach them to station or stand still. It also helps to have them understand what they need to do when tacked up. If you don't use cross ties for tacking, you can tell just how comfortable or UNcomfortable your horse is with the process. Thanks for asking. :-)
+Peggy Hogan thanks for telling me😂
Thank you for posting this video. I train minis to drive and am always looking for new ways to train them. Plan to use the wheelbarrow tomorrow. Do you use a log for them to pull before you hitch them? About how long does it take you to train a mini to pull a cart. It takes me about 7 months but I take alot of time and always want it to be fun. check out my site Dinah 1956.
Thanks again for posting this video!!