Jenni Nellist - the equine behaviour specialist
I am an experienced equine behaviour consultant specialising in helping horse people like you to resolve problem behaviour, improve equestrian performance, and get a more enjoyable relationship with your horse. This is achieved by accurately assessing the origins and maintenance of specific problems, before tailoring ethical horse training methods such as clicker training, and appropriate management strategies to the individuals concerned. You will then be coached in the implementation of you and your horse's individual programme. I also teach people how to apply the principles of equine learning so that they can become better trainers and get better results. This may be during the training of a young horse, or to improve competition performance - it's up to you as to what you want to achieve!
So that you can be confident in using my services, I have a thorough understanding of natural equine behaviour, learning, welfare and the horse-human relationship gained from years of experience in the horse world and from applying myself academically. I have worked as a groom and trainer in an animal welfare establishment, a livery and competition yard, and at a stud. I have an honours degree in Equine Science from the University of Wales, Aberystwyth and a postgraduate diploma in Companion Animal Behaviour Counselling from the University of Southampton. I am also an excellent listener and coach, so this means that you can expect a high quality service for both you and your horse.
If you would like me to help you with an equine behaviour problem, or you would simply like to learn more about equine behaviour, welfare, learning and clicker training to improve your equestrian skills, then all you need to do is get in touch. My telephone number is 07974 569407. My email address is jenni.nellist@tiscali.co.uk. I regularly travel across South Wales and will travel to other areas by arrangement. I charge £30 per hour and include written notes for your reference.
What's on
Lluest Horse and Pony Trust Open Day Sunday 6th June
I'll be here demonstrating just what a powerful training tool the clicker is alongside Lluest and Voices for Horses', Emma Kurrels. Emma will be demonstrating with a pony from the Trust and I'll be putting my rescue dog, Ben through his paces. For more info see: www.lluesthorseandponytrust.co.uk
"Achieve a willing and motivated horse" Interactive Evening Presentations
An interactive presentation exploring the potential of clicker training; a highly effective, enjoyable and successful approach to training horses. Co-presenter, Theresa Toomey and I will look at how horses learn, what makes a good clicker trainer, how horse owners can use clicker training, and most importantly of all, how to begin!Tuesday 8th June at Llwynon Saddlery, Trecastle, nr Brecon, starting at 7pm. Advance tickets £5, on the door, £7.50
Thursday 17th June at Canolfan Gorseinon Centre, Gorseinon, nr Swansea, 6.30pm for 7pm start. Advance tickets £5, on the door, £7.50 For directions see the Gorseinon Development Trust website http://www.gdt.org.uk/contactnew.html
Saturday 17th July at Cefn Mably Horse, nr Cardiff, starting at 10.30pm. Advance tickets £5, on the door, £7.50
Please call or email for more information.
The Equine Market Watch Whole Horse Weekend, Saturday 26th and Sunday 27th June at the Rowanoak Livery and Learning Centre nr Brecon.
I'll be demonstrating just how effective the clicker is as a tool for training and communication with my ex-racer Khatani both morning and afternoon on each day. For more info see www.rowanoaklivery.co.uk
My blog
You may also be interested in my blog which can be found at www.horsebehaviouristinwales.blogspot.com
