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07/03/2025

Queso’s geing there!
Although it took a little convincing and a lot of patience we are finally making progress.

Video in the comments.

07/02/2025

Queso update!

Well looks like we are finally getting this dragon to stop breathing fire when it comes to farrier work. After a not so pleasant experience with trims in the past, this guy was not very confident when it came to giving his feet to humans. So long story short, he ended up wih us for some confidence building and the hopes of a good experience with a trim.

It’s been an arduous process and a real test of patience as well as horsemanship but I can say he is officially standing to be trimmed. We got one front foot down and one to go. Although it’s not perfect(yet) we will have finally put some distance between Queso and the risk of mechanical founder!

The best part about it is the connection he’s starting to search for now that he’s letting his guard down a bit. Which is a good thing because next thing up is back feet!😬

07/01/2025

Which do you prefer flowers or horses?

The flowers pair is one of a kind, hand drawn and tooled by yours truly.

With the horse I HAD to turn the horse into a mustang by addingg a BLM brand to its neck and could really personalize them by adding your mustangs brand to the bottom.

$65 a pair

If your in the market and have an idea let’s talk!

06/03/2025

There are a lot of ideas floating around on social media about what makes a good horse.

Some folks think the faster you apply pressure, the faster you’ll get results. That if a horse gets scared, they’ll “learn to deal with it.” Or worse, that if someone well known does it, it must be right.

I’m going to share something I never thought I would that 100% pertains to where I stand. I’m not sharing this for pity but rather for the perspective of the other side of the whip.

I grew up in a house where abuse, both physical and verbal, was normal. I know what it feels like to be beat, berated, pressured, scared, and shut down. That doesn’t make you reliable. It doesn’t make you strong. It just makes you quiet and at the time resentful of the person putting you through it.

However I was very fortunate in one way. Every other weekend, I went to my dad’s place. That was my safe haven. A place where I was built up, not torn down. A place where I was shown that trust doesn’t come from fear. It comes from belief. That’s where I started to understand what it means to be treated like you matter.
That contrast shaped everything for me. Especially how I handle horses.

So no, I don’t believe in overwhelming a horse to make them “trustworthy.”
I don’t believe in force disguised as leadership and I won’t follow a method just because it’s popular especially if it doesn’t feel right to me.

I was once told, “Come on, you know we all do it.” Well… No, we don’t all do it and we shouldn’t blur the lines just to feel better about doing the wrong thing.

It wasn’t pressure that built me back up. It was patience, and someone who gave a damn about my perspective. I ride and train with that same philosophy.

I’ve pulled out of so many of the Mustang competitions that I’ve entered because I won’t put a horse in a situation they’re not mentally ready for. Not because they couldn’t do it, but because they weren’t there yet mentally.

I’m not in this to win ribbons or build a brand on fast results. If taking the time to do it right costs me business then so be it. I can sleep at night knowing the horse came first.

It’s not about being soft. It’s about being honest.

It’s also NOT about avoiding pressure. It’s about knowing how to use it with purpose rather than punishment.

I’ve been on the receiving end of training that breaks you down instead of building you up and that’s not something I want to be a part of.
📸:Feline Klaus

05/20/2025

One of the biggest challenges Queso came with was the urgent need for a hoof trim—but without the ability to safely handle his feet. Normally, I don’t start right away with hoof work, but this is a special case. In this video, we’re taking the first steps toward safe handling and eventual trimming—building trust one foot at a time..

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05/13/2025

Gotta love the knowledge Wendyjwinn is always sharing!

We are hoping to have her out for a clinic, if you’re interested send me a message and we can discuss details!!

05/09/2025

Amigo is officially packing a bit as we prepare to step into the two rein. Right now, it’s just a halfbreed he’s carrying, but the plan is to transition to a spade bit down the road before we attach the reins and curb strap.

To me, this marks a big moment in the life of a bridle horse. It’s a sign that they’re leaving adolescence behind and stepping into their role as a disciplined, willing partner.

05/07/2025

Queso has arrived! 🧀

When this handsome fella stepped off the trailer, I’m pretty sure I gasped out loud. He’s BIG, he’s BEAUTIFUL, and he’s an absolutely captivating red roan!

Tonight, he gets some well-earned feed and rest after a long day of travel. I’m really looking forward to getting started with him.

This horse and his owner found us thanks to some of YOU who kindly recommended us in a mustang group when they were searching for a trainer. I can’t express enough how grateful I am for the folks who consistently share our content and recommend our services.

Those small acts of kindness have made a huge impact, not just on this business, but on my family’s life. Your support, whether it’s liking, following, sharing, or sending clients our way, means the world to me.

Thank you from the bottom of my heart!

02/19/2025

It’s that time of year to drop the winter coat here in Arizona. We are LOVING this BioMane Products grooming brush & I think Diosa🖤 agrees!😂

Oh also the smell of the detangler is absolutely delightful! I think lil mama is loving her mane getting detangled and braided thanks Feline Klaus!

02/13/2025

I finished Clouds new bosal yesterday and the hanger for it this morning. Immediately after we went for the inaugural ride in it and could not have asked for a better ride. This was the first flat bosal I’ve made and can’t wait to make another to add to the quiver.

Cloud leaves at the end of the month and we are extremely excited to see where he takes Karen Marcello in the coming years!

That also means we may have a possible opening in our training schedule if you’re looking to have your horse trained!😉

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