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Monty Roberts, Royal Friend and Horse Whisperer, Dies at 91
3 Aug
Summary
- Roberts died July 31 in Solvang, California, at the age of 91.
- He was known for his gentle, nonviolent horse training methods.
- Queen Elizabeth II was a strong supporter of his approach.
Monty Roberts, a celebrated equestrian trainer recognized for his gentle and nonviolent methods, passed away on July 31 in Solvang, California. He was 91 years old.
Roberts garnered international acclaim for his revolutionary approach to horse training, which he demonstrated to Queen Elizabeth II in 1989. The late monarch became a significant supporter, urging him to travel the world and share his concepts.
His philosophy, detailed in the bestseller "The Man Who Listens to Horses," emphasized trust, communication, patience, empathy, and respect. Roberts believed these principles could achieve what force could not, transforming horse training from a violent process into a partnership within minutes.
His daughter, Debbie Roberts Loucks, continues his legacy at their equestrian center in California, dedicated to spreading his influential ideas on compassionate horsemanship and leadership.
