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Bobby Passons
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Expertise
I can answer questions concerning horse training, foundation work, colt starting, western riding, rider confidence and problematic horses.
Experience in the area
20 years in horse training. Starting colts, problematic horses, rider confidence and Western riding. I have specialized in training good/safe trail horses. Shown in western pleasure, halter and trail classes. I worked in West Texas gathering wild cattle.
Organizations
AQHA, APHA, NREMT
Education/Credentials
degree in prehospital medicine.
Average Ratings
Recent Reviews from Users
K = Knowledgeability C = Clarity of Response P = Politeness| User | Date | K | C | P | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peggy | 04/18/12 | 10 | 10 | 10 | |
| Kathryn | 04/18/12 | 10 | 10 | 10 | I will go out and try this ..... |
| ralph | 03/16/12 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thanks Bobby. The part about LETTING him ..... |
| rohit | 02/28/12 | 10 | 10 | 10 | |
| rohit | 02/26/12 | 10 | 10 | 10 |
Recent Answers from Bobby Passons
2012-04-29 horse kicking:
Hi Joan, Your horse starts kicking once in the trailer. This is a very common problem. They kick and they paw after they are loaded. This is a "symptom of a cause". The symptom is the upsetting behavior
2012-04-25 mounting horse:
Hi Jackie, This is a very common problem. You saddle your horse and are ready for a nice, casual ride. You go to lift your foot and the horse either walks away or turns it's rump away from you. This
2012-04-17 Sadde breaking 4 yr old:
Hi Peggy, I completely understand your situation. And I commend you on take on the challenge of trying to start this horse. Don't worry about questioning your knowledge of training. Even the best of trainers
2012-04-17 Rearing:
Hi Kathryn, The simple fact is....this horse has you figured out and is calling all the shots. Basically....no respect for you what-so-ever even though you say she lunges just fine. I suggest that you
2012-04-15 Pony:
Hi Sophie, Your question is too vague to answer. I really need more information to answer. When you say "naughty", what exactly is your pony doing? The rearing part can be handled. But it sounds like
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