Every horse has a unique personality —and understanding it is the key to deeper trust, better training, and emotional well-being. The Horse Personality Portrait is a research-based assessment designed to reveal your horse’s temperament, character, and learning style through observable behaviour.
Using a custom questionnaire, I create a detailed personality portrait that aligns with equine behaviour science, breed tendencies, and the Big Five personality traits. Your profile includes an easy-to-follow training and handling plan tailored to your horse’s mental and emotional makeup.
This isn’t a generic quiz. It’s a tool for thoughtful horse owners who want real insight—not trends or gimmicks. Whether you're training, retraining, or simply trying to connect, this profile helps you understand your horse on a whole new level.
Get started today and learn what your horse has been trying to tell you.
Horse Personality Portraits
Understand your horse on a deeper level — and train with clarity, empathy, and purpose.
Every horse has a personality.
However, not every training method makes space for it.
Your horse is more than a body to condition or a behaviour to fix. They are thinking, feeling, and emotionally complex partners. When you start to understand who they are — not just what they do — everything shifts: communication improves, trust deepens, and training becomes a conversation instead of a battle.
That’s where the Horse Personality Portrait comes in.
What is a Horse Personality Portrait?
It’s a customized psychological and behavioural profile of your horse, created through an in-depth, fillable questionnaire and my expertise in equine emotions, behaviour, and learning styles.
This is not just for “problem horses.” It’s for curious, compassionate horse owners who want to know:
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What drives my horse’s behaviour?
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How do they process the world emotionally?
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What training style fits them best?
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How can I support them as an individual, not force them into a mould?
What You’ll Receive
Based on your answers, I’ll create a complete personality report that includes:
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One or a blend of 4 core horse personality types
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A deep dive into your horse’s traits using the Big Five personality model (adapted for equines)
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Observations about your horse’s motivations, sensitivities, and stress responses
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A personalized training and handling plan
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Suggestions for daily care, emotional support, and enrichment
You’ll walk away with a clear, emotionally intelligent roadmap to build your horse’s confidence, unlock learning, and strengthen your bond.
Why It Matters
Most training issues aren’t just about technique — they’re about misunderstanding.
When you recognize your horse’s emotional needs and personality, you:
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Build trust faster
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Avoid shutdowns and overreactions
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Create a safe, reliable partnership
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Tailor training in a way that works for this horse, not the horse in the book
Whether your horse is sensitive and expressive, stoic and thoughtful, or somewhere in between, this process brings you clarity, confidence, and connection.
How It Works
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Fill out the detailed online questionnaire (30 - 45 minutes)
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I review, analyze, and create your horse’s personality portrait
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You receive a multi-page PDF with your horse’s full profile and training plan
You can also book a follow-up session to go through the report together, or begin a custom coaching program based on your horse’s profile.
For Owners Who:
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Want to do right by their horse emotionally
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Feel stuck with behaviour or progress
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Are you starting a young, new, or sensitive horse
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Believe training should be grounded in empathy, not just obedience
Ready to understand your horse on a whole new level?
Is the Horse Personality Portrait (HPP) for you?
The Horse Personality Portrait is designed for riders, trainers, and horse lovers who want to go deeper — to understand their horse’s mind, not just manage their behaviour.
If you've ever felt like something is off in training or connection, even when you're doing everything "right," the HPP helps you see what’s really going on.
It’s not just about what your horse does — it’s about why.
The HPP is for you if:
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You’re a horse owner who wants better communication. You want to understand how your horse thinks, learns, and responds — so you can stop second-guessing and start building trust with confidence.
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You’re a trainer or coach who works with many different horses. You’re looking for a clear, science-backed framework to adjust your training approach to each horse’s unique learning and emotional style.
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You’re selling or rehoming a horse and want them to go to the right person. The HPP adds clarity and depth to sale listings, helping you find the kind of home where the horse’s personality will truly fit.
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You’re buying a horse for your child or student. Safety, compatibility, and confidence-building matter. The HPP helps you make informed choices based on temperament — not just training or looks.
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You’re working with a “difficult” or misunderstood horse. If your horse seems reactive, shut down, resistant, or inconsistent, the HPP can help you identify the root cause and create a path forward that actually works.
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You’re a content creator or educator in the horse world. The HPP helps you deepen your understanding of your own horses and provides rich, authentic material to educate and connect with your audience.
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You’ve taken on a rescue or rehab horse. When history is missing, the HPP offers insight into behaviour, coping strategies, and emotional triggers — so you can build a recovery plan that fits.
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You’re a goal-driven rider who also cares about mental wellness. You want to make progress, but not at the cost of your horse’s wellbeing. The HPP shows you how to balance ambition with emotional attunement.
Want to know if your horse is shut down, anxious, eager, or overwhelmed?
The HPP gives you a tailored look at your horse’s real personality — not assumptions, not guesswork.
It’s a tool that turns behaviour into understanding and understanding into progress.
Personalized Horse & Rider Plans
Helping horse owners understand their equine companions through personality insights and tailored care strategies.
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What is a Horse Personality Portrait (HPP)?A Horse Personality Portrait is a customized behavioral and psychological profile of your horse. It’s designed to help you understand how your horse thinks, feels, and learns — so you can train, manage, and relate to them more effectively. This is not about labeling; it’s about deepening the connection between horse and human through observation-based insight.
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How is an HPP created?Each portrait is developed from a detailed questionnaire filled out by the horse's owner or primary handler. The questions focus on observable behaviors across everyday situations — from handling and grooming to training, turnout, and stress responses. The data is then analyzed using a combination of equine science, temperament theory, and lived experience to create an in-depth, individual profile.
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What does the HPP include?Every HPP contains: A Core Personality Profile – A clear narrative summary of your horse’s traits and tendencies A Big Five Personality Score – Adapted from human psychology to reflect equine-specific behaviors An Archetype Match – One of four key behavioral archetypes your horse leans toward A Situational Behavior Breakdown – How your horse typically behaves in different settings Tailored Training & Handling Strategies – Actionable guidance based on your horse’s personality
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Is this scientific or just opinion-based?The HPP is grounded in research-backed personality frameworks (like the Big Five) and refined through years of hands-on work with real horses. While it’s not a lab-based “diagnosis,” it is rooted in observable behavior and interpreted by someone with a deep understanding of both horses and humans. It’s practical psychology, not fluff.
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Can this help with training problems?Yes. The HPP gives you a window into why your horse might struggle with certain exercises or situations. By understanding your horse’s stress thresholds, confidence levels, and learning style, you can adjust your training in ways that are more effective, humane, and intuitive.
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Will the HPP change how I work with my horse?If you’re open to seeing your horse more clearly — yes. Many clients report immediate changes in how they approach training, management, and communication after reading their HPP. It's like finally having the instruction manual that makes your horse make sense.
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Do I need to be an expert to use this?Not at all. The HPP is written in clear, accessible language. It’s designed to be helpful whether you’re a new horse owner, a rider returning after a break, or a seasoned trainer looking for a second perspective.
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What kind of horses is this for?Any horse. All breeds, ages, and disciplines — from backyard companions to performance horses. The HPP focuses on personality, not pedigree or discypline.
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What if I don’t agree with something in the HPP?That’s totally valid. Personality is complex, and sometimes the picture comes into clearer focus over time. If something doesn’t resonate right away, I encourage you to observe and reflect — and reach out if you want to talk it through. This is a starting point, not a final verdict.
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How do I get started?You’ll start by filling out a detailed behavior-based questionnaire. Once submitted, I’ll personally analyze the responses and write your horse’s HPP from scratch. When it’s ready, you’ll receive a full PDF report via email. ( Print copies are avilable in Canada)