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Horseback Riding/Expert Profile
Expertise
Professional trainer for 10+ years. I happily offer you my expertise, techniques, and advice covering: Hunters, Jumpers, Equitation, Showing, Training, Sales, Behavior, Stabling, Grooming, Tack, Barn Management, Rider Psychology, & Effective Communication.
Education/Credentials
AAS Degree, Veterinary Assistant, Professional Trainer
What do you like about this subject?
I love working with horses! They teach us patience and compassion. What more could a girl ask for? A second horse!
Something interesting about this subject that others may not know:
Economic Impact of the Horse Industry on the U.S. Economy: $112.1 billion Number of Americans Involved in the Horse Industry: 7.1 million Number of Full-Time Jobs Provided by the Horse Industry: 1.4 million Total Taxes Paid: $1.9 billion
Something controversial or provocative about this subject
The Rahall-Whitfield wild horse bill will restore the prohibition on the commercial sale & slaughter of wild free-roaming horses & burros.
Average Ratings
Recent Reviews from Users
K = Knowledgeability C = Clarity of Response T = Timeliness P = Politeness| User | Date | K | C | T | P | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mary Jo | 09/05/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank you again for your extensive help! ..... |
| Mary Jo | 09/02/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank you for your time! |
| Nicola | 07/14/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thanks very much, it's nice to hear ..... |
| Sarah | 03/14/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thanks sarah!! |
| Hal | 03/13/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank you for your help |
Recent Answers from Sarah Lothmann
2009-09-11 problem with lunging:
This is a bit tricky! Below are a few links that can help clearly explain proper lunging technique. My best suggestion is to slowly gain her confidence back with use of the whip while combining proper
2009-08-21 Showing/National ranking:
I have not heard of either the person or the farm in question. Although I live in Arizona and my knowledge (or lack there of) of her status is not something one can gage their decision on. There are
2009-08-16 Saddle:
Hi Linda, So many good questions! The first thing I want to share with you is most tack stores will allow you to take a saddle on trial. If you are considering a saddle offered by an independent seller
2009-07-08 Shoulder muscles:
Try working on your transitions, especially from the walk to the canter. Also work on your right circles with a counter bend. As you do so be sure to work from the trot applying collected downward transitions
2009-03-09 weight:
That's not a question I can easily answer "yes" or "no" to. The pony's comfort and safety depends on a few factors: the pony's overall condition the pony's strength and size the rider's
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