MaryBeth Wiefels explains

HorseSpeak™

the Secret of Horse Whisperers

About MaryBeth

"Whether starting a young horse or deciphering the cause of a 'problem' horse, the key to understanding horses is to never stop listening to them and remember there is always more to learn."

---MaryBeth Wiefels

Having been greeted with sloppy kisses by two large dogs as she arrived home from the hospital mere days after entering this world, Marybeth has had a special connection with animals from that day forward. She began her first paid job at eight years old training neighborhood dogs and was hooked on animal training for life. From mice to mules, emus to equines, Marybeth has a unique connection and ability to understand the nature of animals and create a mutual understanding.

With an animal family made up of rescued and adopted animals numbering more than 50, she has had ample opportunity to observe and study the language of their behavior and interactions. A love for the free spirit of wild horses and fear for their desperate fight for survival led Marybeth to rescuing mustangs and gentling them for a future in good and loving homes. Handling wild mustangs demands a gentleness, patience, and respect that Marybeth has come to cherish. She considers these horses her mentors of HorseSpeak™ teaching her their language. This understanding, combined with a desire to better the relationships between horses and their people, has led Marybeth down the path of presenting seminars and clinics in addition to training. Marybeth has been featured on the cover of Ride Magazine, demonstrated at the famed Equine Affair in Los Angeles, and is a popular exhibitor at Western States Horse Expo with TC Bey Cedar of Hidalgo fame.

Marybeth's application of equine behavior and communication in training has developed into her own methodology she has termed HorseSpeak™. Whether starting a young horse or deciphering the cause of a "problem" horse, the key to understanding horses is to never stop listening to them and remember there is always more to learn.

Professional Qualifications

  • Clinician: has presented in over 40 clinics and seminars, including the Equine Affaire and demonstrations at the Western States Horse Expo
  • Trainer: Expert in equine behavior and psychology
    • Developed unique teaching method known as HorseSpeak™
    • Train and campaigned TC Bey Cedar of Hidalgo fame
    • BLM recommended trainer
    • United States Equestrian Federation Professional
  • Writer: Published freelance writer, many columns in Trail Rider magazine regarding training issues

MaryBeth and Al Hattal