Kate Sabin Horse Training

Kate Sabin Horse Training Kate Sabin Horse Training Kate Sabin was born in New York City and grew up in Montclair, New Jersey. "
-- from Drinkers of the Wind, by Carl Raswan

As a junior rider she trained and competed under the tutelage of Benjamin Purifoy at Suburban Essex Riding Club in West Orange, N.J. She competed as a member of the Smith College riding team while attending as a psychology major. At age 18 her first position as a professional riding instructor was at the historic Claremont Riding Academy in New York City, and at age 22 she was sponsored to train w

ith U.S.E.T. coach Frank Chapot at his private facility in Neshanic Station, N.J. After being sidelined for three years from injuries sustained in a car accident, she resumed work in the horse industry by starting colts for a thoroughbred breeding and training facility in Petaluma, CA. She began her own hunter/jumper barn in Sonoma County in 1993, and has continued with her own training in jumping and dressage since that time. Many of Kateā€™s students have competed successfully in both the hunter/jumper and dressage arenas but her emphasis has always been to focus on the process of creating partnerships and on the importance of staying true to the principles and art of horsemanship. Kate is also a certified Reiki Master offering services to animals and their people. "Never let his fire die out, but kindle it with words, and make him feel the joy that is within you; let him know that you are honored to be carried along on his strong shoulders and back and on his swift feet ... All the grace and precision of the animal are within you, and you become part of the complex creature. . . .

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12/16/2024

New Research Shows Horses Are Far More Intelligent Than We Thought:

Horses are far more intelligent than most people realize, with cognitive abilities that place them among the smartest animals.

They have demonstrated skills in problem-solving, emotional intelligence, memory, and learning that rival those of many other species. For example, horses are known for their cleverness in opening stable doors or untying knots, showcasing their capacity for strategic thinking.

Emotionally, they form deep, empathetic bonds with humans and can sense feelings like pride or shame, often mirroring their human companions' emotions.

Their impressive cognitive skills also allow them to recognize symbols, communicate preferences, and adapt to complex situations, such as responding to commands in therapeutic environments.

One study even revealed that horses can adjust their communication based on whether humans are aware of hidden food, increasing visual and tactile signals like looking or nudging when their caretakers were unaware.

This ability to understand and respond to the knowledge state of othersā€”previously thought to be unique to primatesā€”illustrates the sophistication of horse cognition. Horses actively attempt to communicate with humans in much the same way they would with their herd members, making horse-human communication a true two-way street.

While horses may not match the intellectual capabilities of elephants, they are often considered more intelligent than dogs or cats in some areas, excelling in equine-assisted therapies where their sensitivity to human emotions makes them invaluable in psychological treatments.

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Kate Sabin was born in New York City and grew up in Montclair, New Jersey. As a junior rider she trained and competed under Ben Purifoy at Suburban Essex Riding Club in West Orange, N.J. She competed as a member of the Smith College riding team while attending as a psychology major. At age 18 her first position as a professional riding instructor was at the historic Claremont Riding Academy in New York City, and at age 22 she was sponsored to train with U.S.E.T. coach Frank Chapot at his private facility in Neshanic Station, N.J. After being sidelined for three years from injuries sustained in a car accident, she resumed work in the horse industry by starting colts for a thoroughbred breeding and training facility in Petaluma, CA. She began her own hunter/jumper barn in Sonoma County and has continued training in jumping and dressage since that time. Many of Kateā€™s students have competed successfully in both the hunter/jumper and dressage arenas, but her emphasis has always been to focus on the process of creating partnerships and on the importance of staying true to the principles and art of horsemanship. Kate is also a certified Reiki Master offering services to animals and their people. "Never let his fire die out, but kindle it with words, and make him feel the joy that is within you; let him know that you are honored to be carried along on his strong shoulders and back and on his swift feet ... All the grace and precision of the animal are within you, and you become part of the complex creature. . . . " -- from Drinkers of the Wind, by Carl Raswan