Martin Ranch

Martin Ranch C**t Starting, Horse training, ranch performance horsemanship Martin Ranch specializes in starting young horses. I start all of the colts with ground work.

Horses are a passion for me and I truly love to watch colts develop as they begin to understand what it means to perform actions, not just REactions. The training methods that I use in the beginning stages help to lay a solid foundation for every type of horse, regardless of the discipline. I have started a wide variety of horses that have gone on to be succesful in many different avenues includin

g working cow horses, trail/family horses, reining, dressage and jumping horses. Among various other things depending on what the horse is being trained for, I teach them to respect my space, give to pressure, accept the flag and handle their feet. How quickly the horse moves through the ground work phase of his/her training largely depends on how much he/she has been handled up to that point, each horse is unique so I do approach every horse a little differently. Generally I do spend at least a week on ground work. After I am on the horse I continue teaching the horse to move away from leg and rein pressure, as well as soften his/her neck laterally and vertically. after a few rides in the big corral we head out to some of the pastures and trails and log some quiet miles that allow for the horse to relax and think. I believe that most horses can benefit from being ridden outside checking cattle ect. however if the horse is going on to be a performance horse we do spend more time "schooling" teaching the basics of hip and shoulder control, loping circles and softening at the poll. Thankyou for your interest if you have any further questions you can call or text me on my cell @ 519-591-8728 or email me at [email protected]

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Chet and North will be onto the next event in the Worlds Greatest today, the steer stopping. Check it out on the livestr...
02/21/2024

Chet and North will be onto the next event in the Worlds Greatest today, the steer stopping. Check it out on the livestream after the youth worlds greatest back number ceremony at 11. Chet is draw 57 in the John Justin.

https://www.nrcha.com/events/celebration-of-champions/

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Chet and One Time Up North will be making their way to the Colesium shortly for the Western Bloodstock World’s Greatest ...
02/14/2024

Chet and One Time Up North will be making their way to the Colesium shortly for the Western Bloodstock World’s Greatest Horseman preliminary herd work - draw 16. Don’t miss it live!

https://www.nrcha.com/events/celebration-of-champions/

Thank you to our sponsors!









The Martin Ranch crew made it to Texas and we’re well rested and ready to show!First showing is Victoria Seip Eisses and...
02/11/2024

The Martin Ranch crew made it to Texas and we’re well rested and ready to show!

First showing is Victoria Seip Eisses and Hard Time Train tonight in the Non-Pro Derby herd work - Set 6 Draw 47.

Tune into the livestream to watch

https://www.nrcha.com/events/celebration-of-champions/









Thankyou LDSS for coming out to learn about horse training as a career! The future of our industry is bright, the passio...
12/06/2023

Thankyou LDSS for coming out to learn about horse training as a career! The future of our industry is bright, the passion that these guys showed for horses was awesome! We have had several Co-op students from this school and all have been top knotch!

Four little cuties left! Australian Shepherd x Border Collie pups. Message Amy @ 519-292-8325 for more info.
10/23/2023

Four little cuties left! Australian Shepherd x Border Collie pups. Message Amy @ 519-292-8325 for more info.

Congratulations to all of our friends that made the finals! We all know what goes into it and wish you the best!!For th...
10/20/2023

Congratulations to all of our friends that made the finals! We all know what goes into it and wish you the best!!

For the ones who didn't,
Here's a little poem that came to me on the drive.

See you on down the road 🤙

Check out Chet Martin's video.

Beautiful Australian Shepherd x Border Collie pups! Great family and farm dogs! Message Amy at 519-292-8325 for more inf...
10/14/2023

Beautiful Australian Shepherd x Border Collie pups! Great family and farm dogs! Message Amy at 519-292-8325 for more info.

Owner Wendy Degroot of Southern Roots Farms, took over the reins on Purrfectly Smart here at the To***co Road Congress! ...
09/28/2023

Owner Wendy Degroot of Southern Roots Farms, took over the reins on Purrfectly Smart here at the To***co Road Congress! They had a beautiful run in the 4 yr old Non Pro Derby, coming away with the win!









Thanks Tara for the cool coffee mugs with our arena art on them! Happy Monday everyone!
09/25/2023

Thanks Tara for the cool coffee mugs with our arena art on them! Happy Monday everyone!

Sassys Smooth Cat got a little break from derby season yesterday to do some so good for their minds to get a break fro...
09/19/2023

Sassys Smooth Cat got a little break from derby season yesterday to do some so good for their minds to get a break from the arena. Good for us as well!









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8540 Hwy6
Arthur, ON
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Lil Mistevious owned by John Martin getting dirty in the Derby!

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#babycowhorse #nrcha

Annie had her baby and we couldn't be more excited! This is her at her first Futurity where she marked a 148 down the fence! Check out her baby's moves!

Our Open Derby horses worked great at the Spring derby in Ohio! Thankyou NewYork Reined Cowhorse Association for putting on a great Show in Garwood! Thankyou to all of our awesome employees and customers and sponsors that allow us to do this! #equipurina #winningrecipe #westernrawhide #jimtaylorcustomsaddles #figureseventherapy

We love the "death stare" this young dog has. When they have an intimidating presence about them, they can often move cattle without needing to get physical. This pups name is Crush, we purchased her as a started dog from Seth Abramson and are very excited about her! She has a ton of drive and is becoming a very useful part of our day to day work! #bordercollie #ranchdog #stockdog #martinranch

Gunna Slide Me Again owned by Mane Lane Quarter Horses, showed up again this past weekend! Tying to win the Open on Friday and winning it on Sunday! This special mare has been a consistent performer her entire career and also a big part of Chets' reining career! Thankyou to the Ruthvens for trusting us with her! "Katie" has some babies on the ground already, who look to be as athletic as she is! #equipurina #winningrecipe #figureseventherapy #westernrawhide #jimtaylorcustomsaddles

A little over a year ago Krista Larouche made a goal of showing at an NRCHA major event. Part of that goal included finding a horse that was able to help her achieve her goal. This past winter Krista took over the reins of Bet Shesa Royal Cat and the two have been killing it ever since! "Cheyenne" was shown by Chet through her Hackamore and two rein years, as well as at the Worlds Greatest Horseman this past February. She was bred and raised by Paul Masse and Brenda Orr who put her in training with the goal of building a solid NRCHA horse with a show record that would help the marketability of their mares foals. It has been fun being part of this special horses' career and now to see Krista have this success on her as well is super rewarding! Congratulations Krista on your 6th place finish at the NRCHA Eastern Derby!

Super excited to tie for Reserve Champions of the Open Two Rein Spectacular with Clay Volmer! Congratulations to Kyle Noyce on your win! Thankyou once again to our awesome assistants, our clients and friends who support us! Thankyou to our vet Walkerton Equine, Farrier Trent Schade of Schade Equestrian Services. And Ernie Perry, Chiropractor. We definitely could not do this without each one of you!! Thankyou also to our great loyal sponsors! #jimtaylorcustomsaddles #figureseventherapy #winningrecipe #equipurina #westernrawhide

Sassys Smooth Cat finished up great down the fence yesterday with a 215.5 winning a cheque in the Open Novice Horse Derby for Brent and Marie! Thankyou to everyone who supports us! #equipurina #winningrecipe #westernrawhide #Jimtaylorcustomsaddles #figureseventherapy

Its fence work day for the derby horses! Almosta Stylish Cat owned by Kim Vandersluis is draw 60 Sassys Smooth Cat owned by Marie Fraser and Brent Hulshof is draw 67 Hard Time Train owned by Mary Baks is draw 8 in the pre Futurity Good luck to all!

NRCHA Eastern Derby
NRCHA Eastern Derby

Sassys Smooth Cat owned by Marie Fraser and Brent Hulshof had a nice start in the Open Novice horse Derby with a 215 in the reined work! Tmrw we start with the cutting for the Futurity. Chet will be showing Hard Time Train for Mary Baks. Thankyou to all of our supporters and sponsors! #equipurina #winningrecipe #westernrawhide #figureseventherapy #jimtaylorcustomsaddles

Sindicat working the flag
Sindicat working the flag

"Working a 3 yr old on the flag this morning! Loving the expression this filly is showing, she tips her nose into that flag every turn, and her ears are up loving her job! " - Chet We are so grateful to partner with Purina again this year. They provide excellent nutrition for our young athletes-in-training, seasoned athletes and everything in between. Proper nutrition is key in fueling these horses to be able to train at home, and perform in the show pen. Also a big thanks to Leis Feed & Supply , our Purina provider for their excellent services. Give them a shout if you need feed! #equipurina #winningrecipe

NRCHA World Show here we come! #figureseventherapy #equipurina #westernrawhide #winningrecipe #jimtaylorcustomsaddles #tinandturquoiseboutique

Sassys Smooth Cat
Sassys Smooth Cat

We are doing final prep for the NRCHA Snaffle Bit Futurity! Good luck to everyone heading to the big dance! #jimtaylorcustomsaddles #westernrawhide #winningrecipe #equipurina #tinandturquoiseboutique

Bet Shesa Royal Cat
Bet Shesa Royal Cat

Bet Shesa Royal Cat crossed over into the cutting pen this morning and marked a nice 73 for Reserve of the 5k Novice horse! Congratulations to Greg and Nicole for the Win! Also to owners Paul Masse and Brenda Orr and thankyou for trusting our program! #jimtaylorcustomsaddles #WinningRecipe #tinandturquoiseboutique #equipurina #westernrawhide

Alberta Snaffle Bit Futurity highlight reel
Alberta Snaffle Bit Futurity highlight reel

Thankyou Alberta Reined Cowhorse Association for putting on another great event! We had a blast! Huge thankyou to our clients and sponsors for helping us get down the road to some of these shows! #equipurina #WinningRecipe #tinandturquoiseboutique #westernrawhide #jimtaylorcustomsaddles

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