The Horse Tamer with Pat Parelli

Born in 1954 in Livermore, California, Pat Parelli is a pioneer in Natural Horsemanship, transforming horse training by emphasizing psychology and communication over force. His career began as a stablehand and rodeo competitor, earning the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association's Bareback Rookie of the Year in 1972. In the 1980s, he launched the Parelli Natural Horsemanship Program, which gained global acclaim for its revolutionary approach.

With more than 200,000 students and 150 Licensed Parelli Professionals worldwide, Parelli's influence is unparalleled in the equestrian world. He has earned recognition from prominent figures, including Olympian David O'Connor and Queen Elizabeth II, and was named the Humane Society of the United States' Humane Horseman of the Year in 2009. His impact has cemented his legacy as a leader in humane horse training