Do (she/her) is a Dutch reward-based horse trainer and equine behavior coach with a talent for making learning both engaging and accessible. With a background in communication sciences, she excels at breaking down complex information into practical steps. Her main focus is on improving communication between the horse and the rider, creating happy independent learners that love training and interacting together.
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Both in her own training and in her teaching she focuses on active participation, giving her learners choice and control over the process. This approach is especially evident in her husbandry training, where she helps create cooperative horses for stress-free care routines.
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Do teaches predominantly online, working with students worldwide. She is a Fear Free Pet Professional and a supporting member of the IAABC as well as currently pursuing a diploma in Equine Behavior Science & Technology. Committed to lifelong learning, she regularly expands her expertise by attending courses, conferences, and collaborating with peers. She follows a LIFE approach to animal training.
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With colleague Angelica Hesselius she launched the Reward Based Horse Academy, to help educate the instructors of the future.
Review
"I really like the warmth and positivity in Do's coaching, it's easy to share everything without feeling bad about mistakes or doubts you might be having. She offers many insights and helps you in a structured way."
In the media:
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Article in Dutch magazine "Equizine": R+ training voor medische handelingen
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Article in Dutch magazine "Bit": Help, mijn paard loopt door me heen!
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Guest in Dutch podcast "De Paardenpodcast": Meer Yes gevoel door startbuttons
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Guest in English podcast "Reward Based Riding": Session Structure to help with clarity & frustration
What people say about me:
I have spread some reviews about me and my work throughout the website. On the training page I have added some more in a review carrousel. Check it out here.
My social media
I share knowledge about reward based horse training, debunk myths, share how to video's and explain theory behind the practice. Good place to start learning and get to know me and my approach a bit better. Check my instagram page here or have a look at my latest post here below.