Owner
Cleveland Arena & Stables
Cleveland, Texas, United States
• Created and incorporated Cleveland Arena & Stables.• Performed and supervised ALL aspects of my full-service horse boarding, training, and lesson facility.• Trained horses for riding, harness, show, or other work using knowledge of breed characteristics, natural training/gentling methods, and the uniqueness of each horse.• Specialized in working with abused, neglected, spooky horses and had tremendous success in rehabilitating them and either returning them to their owners or finding them forever, loving homes.• Worked with horse owners during their horses' training program to ensure a smooth transition.• Observed horses' physical conditions to detect illness or unhealthy conditions requiring medical care and provided the necessary care. Contacted veterinarian when needed. Administered prescribed medications.• Retrained horses to stop undesirable habits such as kicking, bolting, or resisting bridling or grooming.• Responsible for all record-keeping for boarders and horses in training documenting their health, diet, behavior, and training progress.• Provided riding instruction to beginner through intermediate riders in both English & Western disciplines.• Organized and led groups of inexperienced riders on trail rides.• Directed and assisted workers in the maintenance and repair of facilities.• Operated a horse-drawn carriage service where we hauled our Draft horse and carriage to local weddings, events, and children's parties.• Responsible for all marketing and procurement of new clients.