A literary field companion into the heart of the horse-and the soul of connection.
Herd Wired takes readers on a transformative journey into the equine mind, exploring how horses experience the world through their senses, emotions, and social bonds. Internationally recognized equine behaviorist Kerry M. Thomas, founder of Herd Dynamic Profiling(TM) and Sensory Soundness(TM), distills more than three decades of research into an accessible and thought-provoking guide for horse owners, trainers, breeders, and enthusiasts.
At the core of Thomas's work is the belief that every horse is an individual with a unique psychological "wiring" that shapes how it perceives, processes, and responds to its environment. By understanding herd dynamics-the emotional and social framework that guides equine interaction-readers gain the tools to see horses not just for what they can do, but for who they are.
From decoding the subtle language of the herd to examining how sensory processing influences training and performance, Herd Wired bridges science and storytelling. Along the way, Thomas highlights real-world applications: making better breeding decisions, choosing training strategies that fit the horse's natural tendencies, and developing deeper partnerships built on empathy rather than control.
More than a manual, this is an invitation to reimagine the relationship between horse and human. Herd Wired challenges readers to step beyond traditional views of training and horsemanship, opening the door to a more compassionate, effective, and rewarding connection.
Whether you are a competitor seeking an edge, a breeder looking to preserve temperament, or simply a horse lover searching for greater understanding, this book will change how you see your horse, your role, and the emotional language that unites you.
About the Author :
Kerry M. Thomas is an internationally recognized equine behaviorist and founder of Sensory Soundness(TM) and Herd Dynamic Profiling(TM). With more than 30 years of research and applied study, he has pioneered methods that reveal how horses think, feel, and process their world. His innovative systems, including Sensory Soundness Mapping(TM) and the Human Compatibility Score, are used globally to improve training, performance, and horse-human communication. Kerry's work has helped identify elite racehorses such as Runhappy, Beauty Generation, and City of Light, and his insights have been featured in the Wall Street Journal, Los Angeles Times, Horse Magazine, and Arabian Magazine. His debut book, Herd Wired: In Pursuit of Discovery, captures the philosophies and field studies that have defined his career.
Review :
"Kerry nails it with this new book. Your horse has an operating system and "Herd Wired" is the owner's manual, a fascinating read for anyone who aspires to understand their equine friends from the hoofs up." Mark Coomes former Louisville Courier-Journal Turf Writer
"Herd Wired should be required reading for anyone who engages horses! Thanks for being an equine ally, Kerry!" Lissa Pohl Equine Assisted Learning Expert
"This book contains answers to questions I hadn't even formed in my own mind yet!! Do yourself a favor and get a copy of this book it will make the connection from theory to real world application seamless, as though Kerry is standing beside you guiding you into the horses mind." Phil Grace, Australia
