Listen "71. Beginner‘s Guide to +R Horse Training (Pt. 1)"
Episode Synopsis
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This episode is all about the basics of training with +R (positive reinforcement) and Clicker Training. From top to bottom!
🔥OUTLINE + TOPICS COVERED🔥
◆ What is +R? Why should I? How do I?
Quadrants & Operant Conditioning
What are the main differences between -R/traditional and +R?
Can anyone do it?
Can any horse do it? Is there an age limit or a breed?
What all do I need to train with +R?
What is the clicker about
Bridge/marker signal
What do I use as Reinforcement? (Type of treats, scratches, what horse likes, overfeeding, dependent on learner)
How do I start?
Pick a behavior
Setting up the environment (health, physical environment)
Trainer etiquette (Trainer self-awareness for success)
Horse etiquette
Session length
Low criteria
Rate of reinforcement
Timing with the clicker
Got the behavior… Where do we go from here?
Put on Cue (How to choose good cues)
Put on Stimulus Control
When do we increase our criteria?
When do we move on to new behavior? What do I need to master before I move on? How do I know when I’m ready to progress to the next step? How do I make sure I’m going slow & breaking down without rushing/pushing?
What if I have to use +P/-R in an emergency? Does that undo everything?
Realize you are stepping into the role of the trainer. You must know what you are doing before you try to tell the horse what to do!
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Disclaimer: This content is for educational, informational + entertainment purposes only, not professional consultation. While we take precautions and fact-check, topics discussed should be considered opinions and listeners should practice due diligence before taking any action. If you participate (by commenting, submitting a question, or reviewing), understand it is at your own risk, accept full responsibility for any resulting liability/harm, & anything written may be used for discussion.
This episode is all about the basics of training with +R (positive reinforcement) and Clicker Training. From top to bottom!
🔥OUTLINE + TOPICS COVERED🔥
◆ What is +R? Why should I? How do I?
Quadrants & Operant Conditioning
What are the main differences between -R/traditional and +R?
Can anyone do it?
Can any horse do it? Is there an age limit or a breed?
What all do I need to train with +R?
What is the clicker about
Bridge/marker signal
What do I use as Reinforcement? (Type of treats, scratches, what horse likes, overfeeding, dependent on learner)
How do I start?
Pick a behavior
Setting up the environment (health, physical environment)
Trainer etiquette (Trainer self-awareness for success)
Horse etiquette
Session length
Low criteria
Rate of reinforcement
Timing with the clicker
Got the behavior… Where do we go from here?
Put on Cue (How to choose good cues)
Put on Stimulus Control
When do we increase our criteria?
When do we move on to new behavior? What do I need to master before I move on? How do I know when I’m ready to progress to the next step? How do I make sure I’m going slow & breaking down without rushing/pushing?
What if I have to use +P/-R in an emergency? Does that undo everything?
Realize you are stepping into the role of the trainer. You must know what you are doing before you try to tell the horse what to do!
See This Episode's Page!
🔥💙 WHERE TO FIND US 💙🔥
Site: https://equitheory.com
Contact: [email protected]
Merch: https://equitheory.com/shop
Patreon: https://patreon.com/equitheory
Listener Survey: https://forms.gle/UPetxzw5HuVHRuz79
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/equitheory/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/equitheory
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@EquiTheory
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jetequitheory
Twitter: https://twitter.com/equitheory
EquiTheory Podcast — Hosted by Jill Treece of JETEquiTheory
Disclaimer: This content is for educational, informational + entertainment purposes only, not professional consultation. While we take precautions and fact-check, topics discussed should be considered opinions and listeners should practice due diligence before taking any action. If you participate (by commenting, submitting a question, or reviewing), understand it is at your own risk, accept full responsibility for any resulting liability/harm, & anything written may be used for discussion.
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