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We train horses of all ages and types for a wide range of reasons and events. Just as with anything else, the basics are the foundation of any learning. We feel that all horses need to know how to walk, trot or gait equalivant, canter on both leads, give their head, stop, back, stand still and side pass as their basics under saddle. We also like them to lounge, stand tied, clip and haul. When we take an unstarted horse for training, we require a minimum of 3 months to teach these skills to the horse. It rarely takes that long to teach a horse to do these things but it takes that long and longer for the horse to retain these basics and develop them to a refined level of ability. We also like to introduce many experiences to the horse to teach it how to use the skills it has learned to deal with unexpected situations. We train in monthly increments for business purposes, as in any business, we need to be able to project income and expenses. That is why we charge by the month and training stalls must be reserved in advance. We only take as many horses to train as we can do justice to. We prefer to do different types of horses at certain times of the year for efficacy reasons though this can be modified. The seasoned show horses come in by February and go out later in the summer. The unstarted horses come in late in the year and we work them in the fall and winter.This gives them time for needed rest periods and the time to learn the basic skills in time to make decisions about whether they have show potiential for the next season. If they do then they will remain in training for sometimes years to elevate up the levels and into multiple events. |
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Horse training should be methodical, consistant, compassionate and interesting to the horse. When started in this manner they rarely buck or even object. They trust us and can't wait for their turn to be worked with. |
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| When good basics have been put into place, later if problems arise they can easily be fixed by going back to them.If the horse was well trained in the first place it will revert to the good habits in short order with a knowledgeable trainer or handler. That is one of many reasons a new horse owner should always buy a trained horse not a young one to train themselves. Not all horses are equaly talented or learn at the same rate. Also some types of riding or events take longer to train for than others. There can be physical set backs that delay training, 2 and 3 year old horses grow at unexpected times which can make it seem as though they have forgotten everything they have learned. |
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Comminication is the key to a good relationship with your horse as well as your horse trainer. Try to be upfront and honest about your expectations and expect the same from your trainer. We like to have a sit down and talk with all owners before we start training any horse, so we are all on the same page. Different horses understand training in different ways. Some training techniques or devices can be used but should be used spareingly and with great knowledge. Just because some thing works with one horse doesn't mean it will work with another. Some can be quite dangerous when used without experince. |
| Some times it is just safer to have help. We work as a team when we introduce the rider for the first time. The first few rides, many times are with one of us in the center repeating the commands that the horse has learn on the lounge line as the rider applies the leg signal. This makes it very simple for the horse to comprehend what is expected from the rider. |
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Even if you are not interested in showing your horse, proper training is your insurance that your horse will always be valued by someone that will give him a good home in the event that you can no longer care for him yourself. Now, more than ever, it is important that horses have good training. Many owners/buyers of today are less experianced with large animals than horse owners of years ago. Horses in todays society need better manners and temperments than ever before. For everyones safety, including the horses having a respected professional train your horse makes good sense. |
| Showing may or may not be for you but it is invaluable training and experience for any horse. The exposure to the sites and sounds of a horse show can't be duplicated at home. Usually the experince has a profound affect on the horse and adds greatly to the horse's overall composure. |
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We have experience training all types of horses including this Morgan gelding. Your trainer should know what is expected of your breed of horse, even though many of the same techniques work for different breeds and disciplines, the way they are applied usually varies. In addition to our basic training, we do give tune up riding, conditioning, correction of bad habits and show horse training. We have trained horses of several breeds for World Championship level competition in Halter, Hunter In Hand, Loung Line, Driving, Jumping, Hunter Over Fences, All Equitations, Showmanship, Trail, Western Pleasure, Hunter Under Saddle, Hunter Hack, Saddle Seat Pleasure, Side Saddle, Western Riding, Reining, Barrel Racing, Pole Bending, Keyhole, Fig 8 Stake Race, Rope Race, Working Cow horse, and Steer Daubing. |
| We give evaluations and offer consultations |
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