Equine Behavior Consulting
Know Your Equine.
Improve your training skillset Learn about feral horse behavior
What I Do
How Can a consult help you?
Problem Behaviors
Does your equine do things that worry you? A consult can help get to the "why" of behavior and provide you with the tools to change your equine's behavior.
Husbandry
Does your equine fly backwards when they see a vaccine or a hoof-stand? Learn how to change their feelings about equine care--or I can do this for you!
Email/Phone Support
Have questions? I offer support packages so you can reach out to me anytime with questions.
Support for Veterinarians
If you're a veterinarian or other horse professional, I can work with you directly on cases where you feel behavior modification may be beneficial. Please reach out anytime for a no-obligation chat about what I do!
Improve Training
Want to improve your training skillset regardless of discipline or background? Take advantage of the scientific understanding of how animals learn to jumpstart your personal training.
Education
I am passionate about the behavior of feral horses! Speak to me about educational talks at schools, clinics, Universities, or similar venues.
Scientific Principles
I keep up with the latest research on horse behavior and training so you don't have to! I use scientific guidelines to help diagnose and treat your equine's unwanted behaviors.
Remote Help
If you have good internet or cell service where your equine is housed, I can help you remotely and in real-time.
Positive Methods
I strive for the "Least Invasive, Minimally Aversive" solution. In other words: finding a treatment that uses positive methods and creates the least amount of conflict for the equine.
About Me
Samantha Couper
I have had a lifelong engagement with horses serving as a veterinary assistant, training horses, interning and instructing at a variety of barns. But, I always felt something was missing–How do we know how a horse feels and how do we make them feel better in difficult situations? For me, learning theory–that is the compilation of science behind how all animals learn–was the missing puzzle piece. I follow guidelines set forth by professional organizations, such as the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants. And, I strive to use the most up-to-date scientific understanding to ensure behavioral treatments are ethical and positive. I have a strong background in science, having completed a PhD at the University of Utah in Geology and a postdoctoral appointment at Los Alamos National Laboratory in materials science. During my time as a PhD student, I helped found a non-profit (Onaqui Catalogue Foundation) dedicated to using citizen science to compile observations of feral horses and educate the public about feral horse behavior. I consider observing horses in a feral or free-roaming environment to be an essential component towards ensuring our domestic horses are living their best lives. I am thrilled to be able to bring my personal observations and the latest scientific guiding principles to you and your horse.