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THE ART OF COOPERATIVE CARE
From Basics to Advanced Strategies for Equines
If you’ve ever struggled with a horse that resists handling, moves away when you approach with a halter, or tenses up during routine care, you’re not alone. Many equestrians are told that their only option is to push through resistance, to “make” their horse comply. But what if there was another way?
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CARING FOR YOUR HORSE SHOULD NEVER FEEL LIKE A BATTLE
In this two-hour, immersive course, you’ll learn how to turn daily care into a shared experience—one where your horse chooses to participate. Whether it’s grooming, hoof care, veterinary procedures, or tacking up, you’ll gain the tools to create a low-stress, positive training experience that works for both of you.
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This course serves as the foundation for all of The Willing Equine's other cooperative care courses, featuring numerous visual examples of cooperative care behaviors, detailed step-by-step information, and nuanced support throughout.
...offering a hoof for cleaning, lowering their head for a halter, standing calmly for medical care
Imagine a world where your horse willingly participates in their own care...
Not out of fear or force, but because they trust you
That’s the heart of The Art of Cooperative Care—a transformative course designed to guide you from the fundamentals of cooperative care to advanced strategies that truly support both you and your horse.
HERE'S WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT
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FROM THIS COURSE:
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The why and how behind cooperative care
A fun and engaging way to train for the "every day" moments
Strategies to minimize fallout, frustration, stress, and maximize success
What *true* cooperation looks like
A general 'how to' for training your own cooperative care behaviors
Alternative low stress techniques to cooperative care
Through detailed and clear, accessible lessons, you’ll not only learn the “how” of cooperative care but also the deeper “why.” This isn’t about training tricks—it’s about building trust, reducing stress, and fostering a relationship that makes both you and your horse feel safe, understood, and connected.
WHAT YOU'LL LEARN
The Foundations of Cooperative Care
Understand choice, control, start, and stop button behaviors that empower your horse
Building a Willing Participant
Step-by-step techniques to teach your horse to stay engaged in their care
Beyond the Basics
Troubleshooting common challenges, from fidgety behavior to nervousness and avoidance
Advanced Strategies for Long-Term Success
Refining your approach for confident, reliable cooperation in real-world situations
FOR EQUESTIANS WHO WANT MORE THAN COMPLIANCE
This course is designed for dedicated horse owners and caregivers—people who believe that their horse’s wellbeing matters just as much as their own. You’re passionate about using positive, ethical training methods. You don’t want to rely on force, but you also need to ensure your horse receives the care they need.
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You don’t have to choose between kindness and effectiveness. You can have both.
If you’re ready to move beyond traditional methods and create a willing, cooperative partner, this course will give you the tools and confidence to make that happen.
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Join us inside The Art of Cooperative Care and start building a new kind of relationship with your horse—one based on trust, choice, and true partnership.