Dogue Shop Horse Training Services

Dogue Shop offers personalized, science-based training services designed to strengthen the relationship between horsess and the people who care for them. Grounded in Social Cognitive Animal Training (SCAT), our approach goes beyond teaching behaviours. We help horses develop the confidence, trust, understanding, and skills to make choices, solve problems, and participate actively in their everyday lives by making decisions.


Gaby Dufresne-Cyr training a 6 month old foal using social cognitive animal training outside during winter

Social Cognitive Horse Training 

We offer groundwork training for foals, young (green), or wild horses. We focuse on attachment, trust, choice, emotional regulation, confidence, safety management, and cooperation, establishing communication throug positive reinforcement conditioning.

Individualized Training Goals

  • Manipulations or accepting touch
  • Teaching to wear tack
  • Grooming and hoof care
  • Safe turnouts and loading
  • Veterinary care compliance