Hi Virginia, >>>From reading, it says that when the horse clues in what the click means, their expression lights up in understanding. So, if clicker was used consistently and correctly wouldn't the horse begin to trust because they've figured out the method of communication?
Absolutely, I wasn't referring to clicker training in my comments, quite the opposite, unless you are withholding food from an animal in an effort to get them to do what you want and that is not the case with anyone I know with horses. With clicker training there is definitely participation on the part of the horse. It is such good training for the person so they develop better timing, are clear about what they want and reward small steps. Just like anything there is the balance of on the part of the handler of realizing what a powerful tool clicker training can be and using with mindfulness. Robyn Icelandic Horse Farm Robyn Hood & Phil Pretty Vernon BC Canada www.icefarm.com
