This is our first session analysis! Join us as we discuss a session we worked through with a horse the other day, what principles I drew on for the decisions I made, as well as why I did or did NOT do something! We break this down using my favorite metaphor - the color metaphor. Listen along and learn something new! Disclaimer: Our website, related social media platforms, and podcast are for informational purposes only and do not constitute advice and/or training. Shadowed Behavior, LLC is not providing instruction for any person and/or horse via our website, related social media platforms, a ..read more

Join us as we discuss one of the most debated topics in equine behavior today - Positive Reinforcement vs Negative Reinforcement: Which do horses prefer? In this episode we review articles covering training using some of these methods as well as the differences (& implications) of rule governed behavior and contingency shaped behavior (update - horses can only do one of those!). We also discuss how extinction bursts could look different for positively reinforced behaviors compared to negatively reinforced behaviors. We wrap up with a reminder that these consequences are not mutually exclus ..read more

For our first episode we decided to give you some background on ABA, including foundational knowledge such as the definition and seven characteristics. Then we dive into some key terms & principles such as your ABC's of behavior, types of consequences, categories of antecedents, functions of behaviors, and schedules of reinforcement. Disclaimer: Our website, related social media platforms, and podcast are for informational purposes only and do not constitute advice and/or training. Shadowed Behavior, LLC is not providing instruction for any person and/or horse via our website, related soc ..read more

The Shadowed Behavior Podcast is where we will dive into YOUR horse behavior questions! By combining equestrianism and applied behavior analysis, we will devote an episode to each question we receive to discuss the behavioral principles involved that you need to be successful. Submit questions to us ASAP as there is a line building up! Disclaimer: Our website, related social media platforms, and podcast are for informational purposes only and do not constitute advice and/or training. Shadowed Behavior, LLC is not providing instruction for any person and/or horse via our website, related socia ..read more