Kim Breetz Horsemanship

14/06/2024

I want to extend a huge thank you to Team Equine Custom Built Saddle Pads for their incredible products that keep my horses comfortable and performing at their best. Your attention to detail and commitment to quality are truly unmatched.

A special shoutout to Chambers Horsemanship for an amazing week of training and collaboration. Working alongside you is always a fantastic experience, and I’ve learned so much. Your expertise and guidance have been invaluable in refining our skills.

I’m especially excited to share how well SV Shasta Playgun has been progressing in her training. She’s been working hard and is getting ready for her first show. I couldn’t be happier with her development and can’t wait to see her shine in the arena!

Thank you again, Team Equine, for supporting us every step of the way!

27/04/2024

A huge thank you to Chambers Horsemanship for inviting me to assist with their clinic in PA! 🐎 It was an incredibly fun and educational experience. From the dedicated team to the enthusiastic participants, every moment was filled with learning and growth. Looking forward to more adventures together! Thank you Team Equine for keeping my horse comfortable this weekend!

10/04/2024

Just somethin' about that logo 😍

18/03/2024

Tying- is it a dying skill?

The amount of horses I come across who can’t be safely tied, who break cross ties regularly, who break halters and snaps under normal every day circumstances, is a bit worrisome to me.

Many people maintain that tying is cruel, an unneeded skill. They may say they have no need for tying at home. That might be true, but then there are the what if’s-

What if you get in a trailer wreck, and the only safe place you have to keep your horse is tied somewhere?
What if you have to evacuate for a natural disaster and the only place you have to keep your horse is tied somewhere?
What if you’re at a show, trail ride, clinic, event, and there is no stall for you?
What if you can’t be near your horse while you attend to an emergency? Many times I’ve had to quickly tie my horse up to run and close a gate, catch a loose cow, chase a baby down, etc.

If you’re not teaching your horse to tie safely, you’re short changing their ability to stay safe in life.

Of course, there are cruel ways to teach tying and quiet, systematic and logical ones. People sometimes generalize in thinking- because someone did it roughly somewhere, it must all be done that way. Tying and the education for it can be done well, and should be done this way to educate a horse to tying safely. There doesn’t need to be and shouldn’t be drama.

But to me, a horse lacking the education to tie safely is missing out on a very important part of his education.

03/03/2024

23/02/2024

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A rideable horse doesn’t equal an educated horse.

A gentle horse doesn’t equal an educated horse.

Lots of horses are gentle and rideable but they’re not what I’d consider broke/educated. If I’m plow reining a gentle horse and she’s no idea what my leg means, she’s not educated.

An educated horse goes where I want, when I want, at the speed I want. They understand how to move one part of their body or their body as a whole. They know how to reach for me when I reach for them. They are soft from head to tail when I ask them to stop or when I ask them to get round.

Educated horses don’t need to have me use the reins as the brakes. They can be ridden on a loose rein and maintain the walk, the trot or the lope through the energy I give them in my seat.

Their facial expression is good, and the mouth and tail should be quiet.

They understand how to ride between the reins and our legs and shape up as asked. And — here’s the big one — they shouldn’t weigh anything in your hands.

Now, does an educated horse (for me) need to be open caliber reiner broke? No, of course not. That’s a whole separate level of refinement. But they should be able to do a mid level cow horse turn around. Their head and their feet should be attached to the reins - I don’t want the head doing its thing and the feet doing something else. I want unity.

I often hear, “I don’t need the bells and whistles, I just want to trail ride.”

That doesn’t mean your horse should be any less educated. When I add a leg they answer with “how soft should I be in my ribs or should I go faster?” The answer shouldn’t be “I’ll get to your request but it’ll be next week.” That’s absolutely not safe. But that’s often the accepted answer from horse folks that just want to trail ride.

Just because you’re not going to do fancy stuff on them doesn’t mean they shouldn’t be educated. They’re safer if they’re softer and have learned to look to you for leadership.

This is just some food for thought as I sip my coffee this morning in preparation for the day.

Happy to answer those comments or questions you have as they relate to horse training.

04/02/2024

Excitement level is through the roof! Just received my new saddle pads and I can't contain my joy! Can't wait to saddle up and get to work with these beauties. Big thanks to Team Equine for providing top-notch gear that's sure to enhance our rides! 🐴🌟

22/01/2024

Thrilled to announce our upcoming journey back to Fantasia and Equine Affair! 🐴✨ The anticipation is real, and I can’t wait to reunite with the captivating atmosphere and all things equine!
Team Equine

Tonight, the spotlight is on... FANTASIA! This year's show is sponsored by Equine Medical & Surgical Associates. We are thrilled to be able to bring you a two-hour extravaganza with some truly exciting performances by an incredible line up of performers this spring at Equine Affaire in Ohio. Whether you've been attending Fantasia for years or this will be your first show, we can't wait to hear what you think! What's your favorite kind of act to see in Fantasia?

Psst... tickets are on sale today! Visit our website to purchase online.

19/01/2024

🌨️ Today marks the first snow day of the season, and I couldn't help but feel like a kid again spending the day riding SV Shasta Playgun 2020 (Shasta) and Bonita Pepper Jin 2021 (Bonnie) through the winter wonderland. ❄️ A big thank you to All Star Chiropractic - Hebron Chiropractor for helping me feel good enough to get back into the saddle! 🙏 Thrilled to share that Team Equine saddle pads have been keeping Shasta and Bonnie incredibly comfortable throughout the snowy adventures. 🐴

08/01/2024

Thank you Jerry Marcum Design!!!

Playing with a different kind of horsepower today! Check out the new logo that I just finished up for Kim Breetz Horsemanship.

Message me today for pricing on a new logo for your own business or team!

06/09/2023

SOLD

Meet Kite “Fly High in the Sky”, the exceptional 6-year-old titled Mustang! This seasoned trailblazer is your ideal camping companion, with numerous successful overnight trips under his belt. Whether in the arena or out on the trails, Kite shines as a team player, seamlessly riding in a pack or alone. He's got a laid-back personality and proudly carries a flag. Conquering obstacle courses is a breeze for him, as he remains calm and relaxed throughout. Kite's gentle nature extends to his interactions with other horses, as he ranks lowest and never engages in bullying behavior. He's also a pro at ponying and mentoring young c**ts. Don't miss the chance to make Kite your ultimate riding partner!

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27/03/2023

We had an amazing time at Road to the Horse 2023!! It’s great to see all the fantastic horsemanship. Congratulations Mike Major Horsemanship for your second world championship! Loved all the clinics and entertainers.

Mary Kitzmiller Horsemanship, Luke Gingerich Horsemanship, Double Dan Horsemanship, Guy McLean, Cameron Horsemanship & Performance Horses

Chambers Horsemanship

27/03/2023

Congratulations Mike Major Horsemanship! We had a great weekend supporting you and your team!

It’s always great adventures and tons of learning spending time with Chambers Horsemanship!

Congratulations to our Friend Mike Major of Mike Major Horsemanship !!!! 2x World Champion C**t Starter at Road to the Horse 2023!!

We are so proud of Mike and his team/family for their amazing accomplishment!! Chambers Horsemanship was happy to be there cheering you on!!

Follow us on Chambers Horsemanship page, Instagram and tik tok!! We are here for all your versatile horsemanship needs. Clinics, horses available, lessons, and fun!!

Kim Breetz Horsemanship Kim Breetz Joyce Voet Jody Stacey and Jeffery Stacey

21/03/2023

Im very happy with how well Fly High in the Sky “Kite” is progressing. He’s always up for an adventure and learning new things!

12/11/2022

Happy Veterans Day - Thank you to all that have served our country 🇺🇸

25/09/2022

Congratulations to Cherokee and his new owners!

04/07/2022

Wishing everyone a happy and safe 4th of July!! 🇺🇸🎇🎆

25/12/2021

SAFE HORSES ARE NOT BUILT BASED OFF DESENSITIZATION

I can’t really remember the last time I picked up a tarp. For those not familiar with me, I built my business starting c**ts and taking on the horses that no one else wants to deal with. I never could ride a buck, maybe a crow hop so my methods had to be tailored to communication and trust. Which is what we want anyways right?! Most owners miss the concept of how to properly prepare a horse to keep them save.

Safe horses are built off yielding and direction. It’s how horses communicate in a herd setting so it only makes sense when we translate in a horse/human relationship. When your approach is tailored in this manner, the horse finds confidence through movement. Relaxation though movement follows. He cannot entirely brace through movement. He finds direction through movement. He finds feel through movement.. See where I’m going with this? Think how you approach your horse today.

One of many topics discussed in my Clemetson’s virtual groundwork 101 fb group. PM to join before January 4th!!

08/12/2021

I’ve been really happy with how this little guy has been coming along.

07/12/2021

Set standards, not goals.

During this time of year, many people start to reflect on the year and set goals for the coming year. While I do believe in the power of goal setting, there is something about a goal that feels limiting.

You either achieve that goal, or you don't.

But standards, on the other hand, are something you live by. Standards are the daily expectations you set for yourself, for your horses, and for those around you. Standards are reflective of your character and what you want to be known for.

Standards create habits. Habits create consistency. And, consistency creates success.

13/11/2021

I’ve built almost my entire career on mistakes

I’ve had some luck with teachers who’ve given me great examples and some great information-
But by and large, I’ve fumbled around and messed up. I’ve started young horses and gotten them back later to find glaring holes. I’ve made every kind of mistake there is with clients and in business. I’ve made a hot mess of trying to combine two styles that don’t work, or dropping one entirely and creating a rigid system that doesn’t fit horses.

I’ve been overly sensitive and shut off. I’ve been too accommodating and too strict. I’ve been everything in the middle. Ive avoided connections with colleagues I didn’t agree with for fear of compromising, and compromised my work by associating with riders I didn’t agree with. I’ve gone nearly broke and taken years to recover from my mistakes in business.

From where I stand now, I look back on the winding road of my career, full of its potholes and blemishes, and I feel proud. No matter what I messed up on or struggled with, I kept going.

Learning to be a good teacher comes easy after being a bad teacher. Being a good c**t starter is easier after dissecting your mistakes with young horses.

Mistakes are a great learning opportunity. Don’t be afraid to make them, and don’t think a failure is the end. It is often the beginning.

12/11/2021

The fastest way to confuse your horse is to correct a problem before it happens. If you anticipate a problem and cue your horse accordingly, your horse won’t know what they are supposed to be doing.

Don’t be afraid to trust your horse. Allow them to make mistakes. Over time, your horse will learn your style of communication and will build confidence with your cues. Once they feel confident, they will begin to understand how to avoid making mistakes.

02/11/2021

BGS Trouble Thing “Trouble” was such a trooper at the Ranch Horse Show yesterday at Kentucky Cowtown Arena. We have lots of room for improvement on both of our parts but I’m so proud of how far we’ve come. Enjoying this journey together.

30/10/2021

Check out Mack, sells in February!

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26/10/2021

Beyond blessed to have such a willing and hard working little horse! I couldn’t have moved most of this without her!

12/10/2021

22/09/2021

Trouble and I had a great time this past weekend at Millennium Quarters Equine Services with Tammy Lickliter working on our Ranch riding! Meeting new people and expanding knowledge. Nothing beats time with your horse and being surrounded by so much knowledge to absorb.

05/07/2021

Having a great time in Texas working horses with Chambers horsemanship!

27/06/2021

Little Covid went back home after 30 days of learning to become a gentleman and how to behave in society. Very pleased after a rocky start with charging, biting and kicking. He is leading, sending, yielding hindquarters, yielding forequarters, backing, flexing, following the nose exercises, side passing on the fence and desensitizing to various obstacles and even content with gunfire! Looking forward to see him back next year to get him started under saddle for his two year old year.

04/05/2021

What are your legs saying to your horse ?
These three pictures illustrate the only position your legs should be for proper signals!
1. An open leg
2. Calf contact
3. Stronger calf closer heel.
Anything different from the above pictures is no longer a signal. More is punishment. How hard of punishment is a variable with every application.
In previous articles I’ve written that proper pressure is defined by: As little as possible but as much as necessary.
I’m going to say that in 90% of training situations, too much pressure is used as a signal!
First we must understand, that to a horse a spur is like a fly bite! Think about “how” your horse reacts when a horse fly bites it’s belly. Minimum, the horse will want to bite/nose the irritation away. Then he may kick, pin his ears or shake his head. What it will not do, is to move the other direction quickly! The harder one Spurs, the more the horse wants to look at the spur.
Very soon, taking a lope the horse will be looking outside swishing the tail pinning ears and missing leads.
Spins, may start bad or start ok and get worse as it goes. Rundowns will have the horse looking back over it’s shoulder and not running willingly or running off.
If a rider takes the time to use their legs as shown in the pictures before they use a spur soon the horse will start to breath when it feels a leg. If your too strong, every time you move your leg the horse will hold it’s breath, become ridged and stiff!
A final tip. If you feel your going to have to spur hard, support the opposite rein before you use the spur so it cannot look at that spur so easily!
Happy horses breath! Breathing horses are soft!