the Wychwood philosophy
Natural Horsemanship
This is the philosophy of working with horses by appealing to their instincts and herd instincts. It involves communication techniques derived from wild horse observation in order to build a partnership that closely resembles the relationships that exist between horses.
Wychwood Stables is nestled in the valley of Mnandi in Centurion Pretoria. The stable yard practices Natural Horsemanship and is the Home of Happy Horses.
Wychwood Stables is nestled in the valley of Mnandi in Centurion Pretoria. The stable yard practices Natural Horsemanship and is the Home of Happy Horses.
Relaxing with your horses
Trusting
Natural horsemanship has become very popular in the past two decades and there are many books, videos, tapes, and websites available to interested equestrians. This philosophy has capitalized on the use of behavioural negative reinforcement to replace cruel practices used in some methods of training, the ultimate goal of which is a calmer, happier and more willing partner in the horse.
Horses are social herd animals, evolved for social interaction and the ability to escape predators. The horse has a highly developed communication system "speaking" primarily through body language. It is possible for us to learn to use body language to communicate with the horse. Horses use ear position, head position, speed of movement, threatening gestures, showing of teeth and swinging of hips, and many other signals to communicate. They are quick to escalate a behaviour if early warnings are not heeded. Similarly, in natural horsemanship, the handler or trainer uses body language along with other forms of gentle pressure with increasing escalation to get the horse to respond. Horses are quick to form a relationship of respect with us, if we treat them in this fashion; "firm but fair" is a motto.
Horses are social herd animals, evolved for social interaction and the ability to escape predators. The horse has a highly developed communication system "speaking" primarily through body language. It is possible for us to learn to use body language to communicate with the horse. Horses use ear position, head position, speed of movement, threatening gestures, showing of teeth and swinging of hips, and many other signals to communicate. They are quick to escalate a behaviour if early warnings are not heeded. Similarly, in natural horsemanship, the handler or trainer uses body language along with other forms of gentle pressure with increasing escalation to get the horse to respond. Horses are quick to form a relationship of respect with us, if we treat them in this fashion; "firm but fair" is a motto.
www.hempfling.com Here we are informing about Klaus Ferdinand Hempfling. He is worldwide known for his unique natural way of communicating with horses via body language.Klaus lived with wild horses in wilderness to observe their animal language and natural horse behaviour. In the beauty of this nature he developed his principals of the 'first encounter' of human and horse.
One of his specialities is the work with difficult and aggressive horses.
He is working with these powerful, dignified creatures in accordance with nature. The development of the rider's "presence" and an orientation to holistic principles is integral to this work.
Klaus has the ability to "know" a horse within a few seconds and within a few minutes of the first meeting, he establishes a relationship so firmly that anything after that is completely based on trust. His gentle and natural preparation for further training and riding makes very happy horses. He considers the horse's psyche and communicates via body language with these beautiful creatures.
Already his first basic book, 'Dancing with Horses' met with overwhelming success. In the book 'What Horses Reveal' he describes his unique Horse Characterization system of 26 different horse types which is a great help for everyone dealing with horses to understand them better. Klaus newest book, 'The Horse Seeks Me', explains his work in front of his background of 20 years practical experience with partly very difficult horses in his so called borderline demonstrations.
One of his specialities is the work with difficult and aggressive horses.
He is working with these powerful, dignified creatures in accordance with nature. The development of the rider's "presence" and an orientation to holistic principles is integral to this work.
Klaus has the ability to "know" a horse within a few seconds and within a few minutes of the first meeting, he establishes a relationship so firmly that anything after that is completely based on trust. His gentle and natural preparation for further training and riding makes very happy horses. He considers the horse's psyche and communicates via body language with these beautiful creatures.
Already his first basic book, 'Dancing with Horses' met with overwhelming success. In the book 'What Horses Reveal' he describes his unique Horse Characterization system of 26 different horse types which is a great help for everyone dealing with horses to understand them better. Klaus newest book, 'The Horse Seeks Me', explains his work in front of his background of 20 years practical experience with partly very difficult horses in his so called borderline demonstrations.
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