FAQs

What types of Horses do you accept into training?

I mainly work with horses that I own but I will occasionally work with a client horse. Clients are taken on a case by case basis, always reach out, as I am always open to talking with you and I may be able to direct you to someone who can help you. Client horses can range anywhere from untouched to green under saddle. If I believe a horse is not fit for my training program or has an underlying issue that needs to be addressed before training, I will not work with the horse. 

How long do horses typically stay in your program?

This varies largely depending on the horse and your goals for the horse. Training can be as short as just a few months or as long as a full year. When it comes to my own horses, I train them for at least 6 months before considering selling them. This time allows me to get to know the horse and its needs, facilitating an honest and successful sale.

How do you determine when a horse is ready for sale?

When looking at my own horses, I decide when they're ready to sell based on three main factors. First: soundness. If a horse is not completely sound and healthy, it will not be posted for sale. Second: safety. All of my horses are trained to be safe and reliable. If I do not feel confident that any rider (with the correct experience level) can ride my horse, I will not post it for sale. And third: ability. When I train a horse, I am always aware of what they are capable of. My goal is to produce horses that can comfortably work at the highest level possible for their abilities. Only when a horse sufficiently meets these criteria will it be posted for sale.

How do you prioritize horse welfare in the program?

When training horses, welfare is always my top priority. This means that my horses live in a way that is conducive to their mental and physical wellbeing. This includes 24/7 turnout with other equines, constant access to forage, diets formed with veterinarians to meet individual dietary needs, and consistent checkups with trusted veterinarians to monitor their health. Before training begins, all horses receive a full veterinary exam to rule out any underlying pain and to provide preventative care such as deworming, floating teeth and vaccinating. During training, horses are not worked with more than 6 times per week and depending on age and physical health, horses may get let down time before beginning training or extra off days throughout the week.

How do you determine the price of your horses?

When determining the pricing of my horses, there are many things I keep in mind. First, I think of who I want to buy this horse. If the horse is a great fit for a large range of riders, it will have a higher price, but if it needs a very specific rider, its price will be lower. Second, I am aware of any reasons why someone would not want the horse. When selling a horse, I prioritize transparency and part of that is not expecting someone to pay the same amount for a horse with a past injury as one without an injury. Whether or not an injury affects the horse's price is mainly based on if the injury affects the horse's performance or soundness, which is always disclosed in the ad. Third, I consider its training level. This is what will determine a horse's price range. A horse that can only do beginner level riding will be in the upper 4 and lower 5-figures depending on the factors listed above. While a horse that is showing at an advanced level such as 1.20m+ jumping or 2nd Level dressage will be priced closer to mid 5-figures. Lastly, I consult other equestrians. I speak with my trainers and friends, giving them all of the horse's information and ask them where they believe it should be priced. My horses are priced in a way that properly represents every aspect of their abilities.