Improving Communication With Your Horse
To be rescheduled!!!
April 17–19, 2020
Placid Hill Stables
Brunswick, New York
I will be giving a day-long private clinic at Placid Hill Stables in Brunswick, New York on Saturday, April 18, 2020. If you are in that area, I am available the day before or after to visit your barn. Please contact me to discuss!
Art and Science of Animal Training Conference
February 22–23, 2020
Hurst Conference Center
Hurst, Texas
Terry will attend this conference featuring two days of lectures and conversations about the science of animal training and “what’s new” in the field of animal training.
Past Events
Equine Affaire
November 7–10, 2019
Eastern States Exposition
West Springfield, Mass.
Terry gave two lectures and two demonstrations at Equine Affaire.
Lectures
In Case of Emergency…
Sensible Ways to Prepare For and Handle Emergencies
How Your Horse Perceives Their World
Demonstrations
Reading Your Horse’s Body Language
What Your Horse Wants and What You Want, How To Make It the Same Thing
Problem Solving Your Problem Animal
An evening discussion with animal behaviorist and trainer Terry Golson
Thursday, March 7, 2019, Dover Sherborn Community Education
Wednesday, January 30, 2019, Concord-Carlisle Community Education
Tuesday, January 15, 2019, Bedford Recreation Dept
Tuesday, October 23, 2018, Acton-Boxborough High School
Thursday, September 27, 2018, Dover-Sherborn Community Education
Thursday, March 29, 2018, Dover-Sherborn Community Education
Do you have a rude dog? A horse that bolts? A cat that destroys furniture? Chickens that stay outside instead of coming home to roost? Using ethology and behavior science, Terry will give you a way to problem solve these problem behaviors. Knowing the basic nature of your animal, combined with understanding how they learn and cope with their environment, will enable you to live more peacefully with your animals. Recommended reading (though not required) Don’t Shoot the Dog! by Karen Pryor.
Progressive Equine Forum
February 22–24, 2019
Orlando, Florida
Invitation-only conference for horse trainers with a positive training perspective. We’ll be networking and sharing info.
Cooperative Medical Care For Horses
Thursday, November 29, 2018
12:00–12:45pm
Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine, North Grafton, Mass.
I’ll be speaking to the Behavior Club at Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine at Tufts University. Being a horse veterinarian is one of the most dangerous professions. To keep everyone safe, restraint and tranquilizers are often used. I’ll discuss horse ethology and behavior so that barn calls can be done with less conflict. I’ll also talk about training that the owners can engage in before the vet visits that can improve the experience for everyone, including the horse.
International Association of Animal Behaviorist Consultants Conference
April 19–22, 2018
Burlington, MA, USA
Cutting edge, science-based and practical education for animal training and behavior professionals.
Equine Affaire
April 12–15, 2018
Ohio Expo Center
Columbus, Ohio
Terry gave two seminars and a demonstration at Equine Affaire in Ohio.
Seminars
Barn Sour
And Other Behaviors that Keep Your Horse from Going Where You Want It To Go
The Bully in the Barn:
What Really Drives This Behavior and What To Do About It
Demonstrations
Using Treats for a Relaxed, Polite and Motivated Horse
Progressive Equine Forum
February 23–26, 2018
Orlando, Florida
Invitation-only conference for horse trainers with a positive training perspective. We’ll be networking and sharing info.
Equine Affaire
November 9–12, 2017
Eastern States Exposition
West Springfield, Mass.
Terry gave two seminars and a demonstration.
Seminars
Barn Sour
And Other Behaviors that Keep Your Horse from Going Where You Want It To Go
The Bully in the Barn:
What Really Drives This Behavior and What To Do About It
Demonstrations
Using Treats for a Relaxed, Polite and Motivated Horse
Positive Reinforcement Clinic
Saturday, January 30, 2016 8:30am – 12:30pm
Hermitage Farm, 179 Cherry Lane, Durham CT 06422
Training Horses with Rewards, a Porch Chat
Tuesday July 28, 2015 6:00pm–7:00pm
Complete Equestrian Saddlery
Bedford, MA
How do you reward a horse? Have you heard the terms “positive reinforcement,” “clicker training,” “pressure and release,” and “natural horsemanship?” What about “respect,” “dominance,” “compliant” and “cooperative?” They’re not the same! Terry Golson from The Cooperative Horse will lead the discussion. We’ll delve into the science behind what motivates behavior and makes training sessions successful. Lemonade and cookies on the porch. Free! Stop by anytime between 6 and 7 pm on Tuesday, July 28 at the Complete Equestrian Saddlery in Bedford, Massachusetts.
Horse Behavior Chat
Tuesday June 30, 2015 6:00pm–7:00pm
Complete Equestrian Saddlery
Bedford, MA
Come for a casual chat on the porch at the Complete Equestrian Saddlery, in Bedford, Massachusetts. I’ll get the discussion going, talking about horse ethology (the study of animal behavior in the natural environment.) There is new and insightful research into horse ethology that can help every owner better care for and train her horse. Find out what scientists are discovering about herd behavior, aggression, dominance, leadership, friendship, and more. Scientists are out in the field (literally!) and what they’re learning is upending many common assumptions. Let’s chat about the research and how it can help us to better understand and communicate with our horses. Cold drinks and cookies will be served. 6 to 7 pm. Free!
