Bonafide Behavior & Training

"Properly used, positive reinforcement is extremely powerful" -B.F. Skinner

Learn how to cultivate a relationship built on trust.
Create a common language between you and your horse.
Have fun.
Train effectively and ethically.

Person (Chloe) lunging chestnut saddlebred cross (Wonder) with a target stick.

"The question is not 'Why is the animal behaving this way?' but rather, 'What is reinforcing this behavior?" -Dr. Susan Friedman

Bonafide uses training based on science to work from the root of the behavior helping the animal cope, learn, and thrive while building a positive relationship with their human!

"Training is not a luxury, but a key component to good animal care." -Ken Ramirez

Create a happy horse today!

Frequently Asked Questions

Please reach us at bonafide.bt@gmail.com if you cannot find an answer to your question.

What is clicker training?

Clicker training is positive reinforcement based training using a marker signal (typically a mechanical clicker) to tell the learner the exact moment that earned them their reinforcer.

What is R+?

R+/Positive reinforcement is a quadrant in operant conditioning. Using R+, you add something desirable to increase the likelihood of the animal repeating the behavior in the future.

Does R+ work on all horses?

R+ works on all species, but being grazing animals, horses tend to be very invested in R+!

Bonafide Behavior & Training

"Properly used, positive reinforcement is extremely powerful" -B.F. Skinner

"The question is not 'Why is the animal behaving this way?' but rather, 'What is reinforcing this behavior?" -Dr. Susan Friedman

"Training is not a luxury, but a key component to good animal care." -Ken Ramirez

Frequently Asked Questions

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