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N = Nominated for Expert of the Month
| Date | User | K | C | T | P | N | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009-05-10 | andy | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | |
| 2009-03-08 | Linda | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thank you so much! I really appreciate the time you took assessing our situation. Makes alot of sense. Take care, Linda |
| 2009-02-06 | Erin | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | Thank you and I appreciate your input. |
| 2009-01-25 | Jennie | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | Thank you very much. You have made me confident in my gut feeling that this trainer is not for me. A great and informed answer. thanks again, you have made me feel better. kindest regards, JENNIE |
| 2009-01-02 | jenny | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | thanks soooooooooooooo much u were a big help thanks agian!!!!!!!!!!!!!! You are great at horses thanks |
| 2008-12-07 | Jessica | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | hank yu so much. I wil definatly try ias soon as shets back into work. |
| 2008-11-11 | Amy | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thankyou so much ! I will try it tomorrow , and I will probably be back with more questions !! ~Amy |
| 2008-11-01 | siobhan | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | For getting back so fast and for suggesting sending photosgragh to help us more. I hadnt thought of that. Thanks alot |
| 2008-10-27 | Natasha | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thank you very much for helping me. |
| 2008-09-29 | Donna | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | |
| 2008-09-22 | Dawn Cante-Ha | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thank you very much for your advice. |
| 2008-09-20 | sara | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | |
| 2008-09-19 | Erika | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thanks for the quickest response!! We'll definitely be trying all of these things with her. |
| 2008-09-17 | sara | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | |
| 2008-09-15 | sara | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | |
| 2008-09-11 | sara | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | |
| 2008-09-08 | sara | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | that was a great help from u Sarah, thanks alot ! :) |
| 2008-09-06 | stephanie | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | thank you that answer was very helpful |
| 2008-09-06 | Heidi | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thank you for your ideas..I'm trying to get eberyone I know to ride her an I plan on starting to wear spurs this weekend, the hardest part is going to be introducing more leg pressure but I'll try my best. Thanks again. |
| 2008-08-24 | Anita | 9 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | Thank you for the quick reply. |
| 2008-08-21 | Mattie | 10 | 9 | 7 | 9 | No | Thanks for the informative answer. I really appreciate it when an expert actually goes into to the subject, instead of simply giving you a one or two sentance reply. It was really helpful. I think I will work to save up some money for a thrifty (and hopefully more well-fitting) show saddle. :) Thanks again, Mattie |
| 2008-07-18 | Darlene | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | |
| 2008-07-11 | Carrie | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | Thank you very much for your help. I appreciate all of the suggestions that you gave me. Thanks again. |
| 2008-07-05 | marcina | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | thanks for helping but me and my mare have a really good bond thats why im so confused but thanks for the advice. |
| 2008-07-01 | clodagh | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | thank you so much for your advice myself and my horse are getting on really well. .i decides to block out my fear and started thinking positive..she is know listening but still having fun and the bucking has stopped! |
| 2008-06-29 | Jenny | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thank you so much for your information it was extremely helpful and has helped prepare me for when the chiropractor come to check out my horse as what questions to ask. My trainer will be schooling my horse once a week. Thank you very much for your excellent advice and help me to understand what was going on and confidence to move forward |
| 2008-06-15 | JACINTA | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | thank you so much for answering my questoion and it makes scence like you said kingston could choose to stay away from journey but he like being right by him so it must not bother him as much as i thought thanks again |
| 2008-06-06 | Amy | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | |
| 2008-06-03 | Amy | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | |
| 2008-06-01 | Linda | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thank you! He loves to trot poles so we'll try that too. Linda |
Answers by Expert:
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.
I have been riding for over 23 years. As a kid I participated in 4H and Pony Club. I then worked as a groom and catch rode to pay my entry fees in the A Circuit. As a teenager I competed nationally in the Junior Hunters, USETs, and Medal classes. I've learned from and worked with some of the nations' best trainers. During college I began training professionally. I have prepared my students for both local and national shows. Recently I have organized two local equestrian groups for expanding general knowledge of horsemanship and for ensuring the welfare of horses. I continue my dedication in this industry by offering visual design services for equine businesses including, graphic design, web development, and photography.
Organizations
ASPCA, Desert Valley Equestrians, Arizona Equestrian Network, The Equestrian Paddock, & Equine Photographers Network
Publications
The Equestrian Paddock & Soon I will be announce another online publication featuring my monthly articles.
Education/Credentials
AAS Degree, Veterinary Assistant, Professional Trainer
Awards and Honors
Graduated High School with High Honors, College GPA 4.0, OHJA & KHJA Year End Equitation Championships as a junior rider, & ASPCA Maclay Class & USET Class wins.
Past/Present Clients
In the past I have worked for and with Laurie Story, Mindy Darst & Lochmoor Stables, Chris & Matt Payne, Scott Taylor, Camargo Stables, Marianne Murphy, the Lindner family, Brigette Carlson, Bobbi Theis, Cincinnati Theraputic Riding, Sweetwater Stables, Lucy Alibaster, Los Cedros, and Leslie Stohlgren. Currently I am working with private clients.

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