From Kicking to Calm: Valentine’s Incredible Hoof Training Transformation

Here is Tyler Johnson's testimonial about his experience with Valentine's feet handling at our 2026 Beyond the Saddle Holistic Clicker Training Program. Valentine struggled deeply with hoof handling. She would kick, resist, and had a very difficult time allowing her feet to be held, especially her hind feet.

As shown here, by the end of the program, Valentine was calmly resting her hooves on the hoof stand while Tyler gently filed and trimmed her feet.

This video also shares Tyler’s reflections and experience during the four-week immersive training program, where students explore holistic horsemanship, liberty work, nervous system awareness, relationship-based training, and the healing wisdom of the herd.

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