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How to find a the right trainer for starting a colt?

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dawnb
Reg. Jan 2008
Posted 2021-04-06 9:00 PM
Subject: How to find a the right trainer for starting a colt?


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I had a guy lined up last summer to start my now 3 year filly this spring, but had to retire do to health issues.  Now I'm in hard spot.  I have used this goy for the last 15 years.   How do you screen trainer that they aren't going to wreck your horse or not do much and charge you like they did? Thank you

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kwanatha
Reg. Dec 2003
Posted 2021-04-06 9:59 PM
Subject: RE: How to find a the right trainer for starting a colt?


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Get a referral from your trainer

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TwistedK
Reg. May 2006
Posted 2021-04-07 3:22 PM
Subject: RE: How to find a the right trainer for starting a colt?



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I have a few reining trainers I'm watching that I plan to send mine too when she's ready to break for her foundation. I want her broke.

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krystin_fro
Reg. May 2004
Posted 2021-04-07 5:18 PM
Subject: RE: How to find a the right trainer for starting a colt?



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If you are in MN, Mark Gunderson. Hands down. 

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okhorselover
Reg. Feb 2016
Posted 2021-04-07 8:12 PM
Subject: RE: How to find a the right trainer for starting a colt?



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TwistedK - 2021-04-07 3:22 PM


I have a few reining trainers I'm watching that I plan to send mine too when she's ready to break for her foundation. I want her broke.


Who will you use 

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TwistedK
Reg. May 2006
Posted 2021-04-08 7:29 AM
Subject: RE: How to find a the right trainer for starting a colt?



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Looking at a lady in Indiana and a gentleman in Ohio. I like the way they both ride and how their horses respond as babies.



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SC Wrangler
Reg. Jul 2004
Posted 2021-04-08 6:07 PM
Subject: RE: How to find a the right trainer for starting a colt?


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Word of mouth and personal recommendations from clients.  My SIL starts a lot of colts, and puts a handle on many that are broke but are deficient in basic skills.  His clients come as a result of happy customers. He is currently booked solid thru late fall.  He is extremely conscientious about communicating with owners, letting them know how their horses are progressing.  He sends video regularly and often faces times while riding.

 

 

 

 

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dawnb
Reg. Jan 2008
Posted 2021-04-08 9:04 PM
Subject: RE: How to find a the right trainer for starting a colt?


I keep my change in my pockets


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krystin_fro - 2021-04-07 5:18 PM


If you are in MN, Mark Gunderson. Hands down. 


Where is he located?

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DirtDobber
Reg. Dec 2020
Posted 2021-04-09 7:39 AM
Subject: RE: How to find a the right trainer for starting a colt?





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I always go by references from people I know and trust. I was burned once and learned to do my homework after that. I don't have a probably with reaching out to trainers in other disciplines either.  

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krystin_fro
Reg. May 2004
Posted 2021-04-10 10:04 AM
Subject: RE: How to find a the right trainer for starting a colt?



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dawnb - 2021-04-08 9:04 PM


krystin_fro - 2021-04-07 5:18 PM


If you are in MN, Mark Gunderson. Hands down. 



Where is he located?


Murdock MN. His wife Heidi runs all over and wins. Super super nice and knowledgeable. 

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