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25.01.2022 http:// Terminology Tuesday // Over the last week, we have been discussing The three Rs that affect the speed of learning. So far we have covered Repetition and Re...inforcement. Today... Recency! The more recently an animal has performed a behaviour the more likely it is to be elicited again. A change in behaviour will be more effective if the response is trained "close together". When animals canter or gallop, there is a "leading leg": one foreleg is noticeably leading the others and seems to stretch out further. On a circle, the leading leg should be the inside foreleg, as in nature. When animals change direction they do a flying change: They swap from one leading leg to the other. In most training disciplines the leading leg is trained on command from a combination of rein, seat and leg signals. However, some horses become habitual in their leading leg and favour one only. This habit can be changed if the "non-favourite" leading leg is immediately re-signaled once it has been practiced by the horse for a certain number of strides. Spacing the new behaviour close to the previous behaviour for a number of sessions makes a significant difference to the speed of its acquisition. (Excerpt from the book The Truth About Horses, p. 69)

24.01.2022 http:// Friday Fact - Dealing with baulking // First and foremost, if the horse baulks at obstacles, it should never be punished. The horse is simply showing you tha...t its training is not consolidated at this level and the horse is experiencing fear or confusion. Its important to rule out any physical problems such as pain before attempting to re-train the horse. Re-training should begin at home over low, non-threatening obstacles (even poles on the ground if the horse shows the behaviour there). When the horse starts to slow/baulk on approach, its head should be maintained facing the obstacle; any turning away steps should be corrected with an opposite turn step signal. The horse must never be turned in the direction in which it veered. The signal for go should be applied until the horse steps forwards (even one step at this point). The outcome is that the horse goes over the pole/obstacle, but remember that it is simply the go response that is being trained - the pole is incidental - so every correct step must be reinforced with release/reward. It is important not to let the horse turn away from the obstacle because as this removes the obstacle from the horses visual field and puts distance between the horse and the obstacle, the horse remembers the turn away as successfully solving the problems. This is classic escape learning. Dont forget that you are likely dealing with fear, so train slowly and gradually, start at a distance if needed, and reward often. Do not increase the challenge until the horse feels confident and comfortable with the previous level. **This is a stock photo for attention purposes only.

23.01.2022 What a beautiful experience <3

23.01.2022 To Rug or Not To Rug thats the question As we move towards winter, the nights and mornings are already a bit cooler and most of us put on an extra layer w...hen we go and see our horses. But, does this mean its time to drag out the rugs we stored away last spring? This article explains why we should not necessarily judge what clothing our horses need based on how we feel for two very good reasons. The first is, of course, that the horse has a fur coat. The second is that due to its size, the horse does not lose heat as rapidly as we do. This means that at the same temperature, the horse will actually feel warmer than we do! Follow the link below to read this interesting article

23.01.2022 Maddy living her best life in the Lavender field

22.01.2022 Dear Maddy has finally found her forever home. Maddy came into care back in 2014 and unfortunately hasnt had the easiest journey. Shes now doing well and has recently settled into her beautiful forever home. Her adopted family are very smitten with her and it seems the feeling is mutual as she follows them closely as they meander around the property. The EAQ team are delighted to see her in such a happy place. <3

22.01.2022 TO RUG OR NOT TO RUG... the age old question! Heres a great video which explains how horses maintain warmth even in conditions where we find ourselves reaching for an extra jacket. Although this is an English video the theories are much the same however bearing in mind Australia generally has a much hotter climate! Over-rugging causes overheating which can lead to a range of health issues including colic, dehydration, skin issues, etc. Rugs reduce the horses ability to self regulate their temperature so if in doubt leave it off! If your horse is damaging its rugs by rubbing, scratching or rolling excessively he may well be trying to let you know hes just too hot. https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=1903406443007290

19.01.2022 Happy days for Maddy <3 Maddy is living her best life with her forever family. Shes made great friends with the family cat and spends her days pottering and getting involved with activities around the property. This is why we do what we do. <3

17.01.2022 What a little cutie <3

17.01.2022 Merry Christmas from everyone at EAQ. Wishing you, your family and your fur kids peace, love and safety throughout the holiday season.

16.01.2022 http:// Terminology Tuesday - The Shaping Scale // Recently, we have been discussing the shaping scale, and how it relates to the training of various responses. So f...ar we have covered; Basic Response, Obedience and Rhythm. Today, we are focusing on Straightness. For the trainer, this means: Straightness occurs when multiple strides on your line emerge from one light aid. Applied to a basic response, such as go forward: Horse goes on your line and with a straight body from one light aid. Applied to a transition, such as canter: Horse canters on your line from single light aid. Applied to a movement, such as lengthening: Horse lengthens from one light aid maintaining 1/3, 1/4, centre and diagonal lines Because lightness is imperative for the horses well-being, our priority is to consolidate responses from light aids at every stage. Also, responding from light aids is your way, as a trainer, of knowing that the horse knows the right answer. During training, you should aim for a steady improvement in the horses responses by rewarding those responses that come ever close to the ideal. Now that we have the response from a light aid, have the ability to maintain a rhythm and stay on our line, we can aim for the horse to maintain a consistent contact creating outline. Next week, we will talk about the 5th stage of shaping: Contact. (Excerpt from the book Academic Horse Training, p. 41 - 42)

16.01.2022 This will be a fabulous course...

16.01.2022 Did you know that you get 10% off at our online shop if you subscribe to our mailing list? At our online shop, you can find amazing equestrian lectures, clickers, training tool kits and more. Have a look at our website: http://esi-education.com P.s. We ship worldwide!

16.01.2022 Happiest of birthdays to the horses today. Did you know? In the southern hemisphere, the Horses Birthday is celebrated by nearly all breeds on the first day of August. The reason for the selection of the first day of August in the southern hemisphere, as opposed to say the first day of January, May or November is that historically, the weather at the commencement of September is just beginning to warm up, prompting mares to commence their oestrus cycle, or come into seas...on. A mares oestrus cycle is stimulated by the presence of extended daylight, nature intending that foals be born eleven months later through spring and summer when feed is plentiful so that mares can produce good supplies of nutritious milk. Therefore, mares successfully bred early in September will produce foals in early August. Credit to: http://www.pedigree-dynamics.com.au/ See more

15.01.2022 Come along for a great night raising funds for local charities and NFPs. Great entertainment, food, drinks, raffles, auctions and lots of fun! Visit the event page to find out more or book your tickets. See you there!

15.01.2022 Sharing the love

13.01.2022 As a charity whose team are passionate about welfare - there are times we are called to help horses who are in need. Today has been a difficult one. We have said goodbye to a horse who urgently needed our help. These awful situations bring out the very best in people we surround ourselves with. This afternoon, one of my beautiful clients donated $200 towards the vet fees weve paid in the last 24 hours. Honestly? I cried. We are surrounded by love and kindness everywhere. And... as the new President of EAQ, I look forward to sharing wonderful stories with you all. Goodness knows in these uncertain times, we need the good feeling a heartwarming story brings.

13.01.2022 Wacky Wednesday...

13.01.2022 http:// Tuesday Terminology // As we announced yesterday, we are going to deep dive into the Three Rs, the key factors that affect the speed of training. Today: R...epetition. Some habits die hard. In general, the younger the behaviour, the faster it modifies; the less practiced it is, the quicker it can be replaced by other behaviours. The number of times a behaviour has been expressed or repeated influences its persistence and likelihood to result again from the same stimulus. This is simply the power of habit formation in action. A particular behaviour, however, is not just a product of the number of repetitions; in some cases, it only takes a few repetitions to acquire a learned response. Fear responses, for example, have been known to become installed in the horse in just one trial. For an explanation of this, you will have to stay tuned for our next post... Reinforcement. (Excerpt from the book The Truth About Horses, p. 69)

13.01.2022 A beautiful horse and human bond <3

12.01.2022 Today we remember all those who have served or continue to serve our country to allow us the freedom we are so fortunate to have. To those men, women and animal...s including the horses we are forever grateful. Lest we forget Credit to the artist of this beautiful piece - unfortunately we are unaware of their name. See more

11.01.2022 Sharing lovely news about Dorian aka Duke. He has found his forever home & boy! Is he loved!! Hes been retrained and is now helping to teach beginner riders.

11.01.2022 Friday funny...

11.01.2022 Piet Wiepkema showed that when consistent signals lead to uniform responses, animals become free of tension, and their immune and digestive systems work at optimal levels. (Excerpt from the book The Truth About Horses, p. 52)

10.01.2022 EAQ have a horse in need of a home. Shes a TB mare, she has recently had a vet check, Hendra & teeth done. She is believed to be around 24 - but that isnt yet confirmed. Shes quiet & gentle - and would love to be in a paddock with another horse. Shes an ideal horse for someone to love, pamper and adore. It was difficult to get good photos as she was keen to have cuddles. Apparently, quite frightened of men - but that can be addressed. Please pm me if interested. Located around Brisbane area.

10.01.2022 Happy days for Maddy <3 Maddy is living her best life with her forever family. She's made great friends with the family cat and spends her days 'pottering' and getting involved with activities around the property. This is why we do what we do. <3

09.01.2022 Happiest of birthdays to the horses today. Did you know? In the southern hemisphere, the Horses’ Birthday is celebrated by nearly all breeds on the first day of August. The reason for the selection of the first day of August in the southern hemisphere, as opposed to say the first day of January, May or November is that historically, the weather at the commencement of September is just beginning to warm up, prompting mares to commence their oestrus cycle, or ‘come into seas...on’. A mare’s oestrus cycle is stimulated by the presence of extended daylight, nature intending that foals be born eleven months later through spring and summer when feed is plentiful so that mares can produce good supplies of nutritious milk. Therefore, mares successfully bred early in September will produce foals in early August. Credit to: http://www.pedigree-dynamics.com.au/ See more

09.01.2022 We have ESI practitioners all over the world By delivering courses in equitation science, ESI is building a worldwide database of trainers and coaches who c...an assist you with your horse. Find the closest ESI coach near you on our website: Australia - https://www.esi-education.com/espractitionersau/ International - https://www.esi-education.com/espractitionersint-2/

08.01.2022 NOTICE: OPEN MEETING VENUE CHANGED to Bendigo Bank Boardroom (Samford). Access via the stairs at the rear of the building. Wednesday 4th at 6.30pm. See you there :)

07.01.2022 Welcome to EAQs Facebook page. This is a summary of who we are and what we do, etc... please feel free to share and invite like minded horse people to follow our page.

06.01.2022 Dorian has also helped Emilia with her assignment too!

05.01.2022 Lest we forget <3

05.01.2022 Welcome to EAQ's Facebook page. This is a 'summary' of who we are and what we do, etc... please feel free to share and invite like minded horse people to follow our page.

03.01.2022 A great big shout out to Caribu Horse Wear who have once again donated a bunch of gear for us. Any gear that is unsuitable for horses in care is onsold at great prices to support our ongoing work to provide education and support to horse owners and carers. https://www.facebook.com/Caribu.Horse.Wear/

02.01.2022 The therapeutic power of horses <3

02.01.2022 Weve got another great weekend read for you! Andrew McLean talks about why horses rear. "Rearing is part of the suite of behaviours known as flight responses... that include bucking, bolting and shying. To drill down even further, it is a conflict behaviour, and what that means is that it is about conflicting motivations." Click here to read the full article: https://www.horsedeals.com.au/news/why-do-horses-rear