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We're totally satisfied with the purchase of our Cisco
bred gelding, Reb. The training they put on him allowed
our daughter to show him safely and successfully the
week after they delivered him. We wouldn't consider
buying a horse from anyone else!"
Craig, Brenda and Abby Helton-Westby
Spanaway,WA
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"After
a very bad experience with a trainer on different
young horse we sent out, I was very anxious about
sending “Bugs Fire and Ice” to anyone. I am glad I
made the decision to send him to Jeff and Sue
Thompson at Western Sky Equine in 2006. They have restored
my belief that there are people out there that can
be trusted to do a good job and be up front about
everything.
We really
appreciate the communication between owner and
trainer and they have some very positive
equine skills that need to be known by more people.
I sent a young horse to them that I knew would be a
huge challenge. I don't know of anyone else who
could have taken “Bug” and done what they have done
in just three months, many others would have ruined
him. I’m so impressed that in just three months
training under them “Bug” is trailing and watching
cattle and doing things that some older horses would
refuse to do. The pictures they have emailed to me
document the successes they are having and it’s a
great way to let an owner know the progress of their
horse.
I keep in contact
with the owners of “Bugs” sire, “Millionaire
Playboy” on his progress and this is the comment I
received from Doug and Carol Schafer of Sandy Ridge
Stallion Station: "You made the right decision in
sending “Bug” to Jeff and Sue Thompson."
We have a yearling
filly which we will be sending to them next year.
We thank both of
them for all they have done."
Running N Ranch-Skeeter and Maggie Baertsch -Helena,
MT
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At
Western Sky Equine, we meet each individual horse where
they are and determine what it will take to
bring out the best in each one. Our approach is based on
our education and experience in communication and understanding
of horses and how they need each training session to be
presented to them in order to learn.
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Whether we’re starting a youngster or fine tuning a seasoned
horse, being safe and letting the horse learn in a manner
that makes sense to them is our goal. We focus on what each
individual horse has to offer and utilize what their
particular skills and abilities are.
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"We admire your expertise,
your sensitivity to clients and most important to
horses, and we always appreciate your enthusiasm for
this wonderful calling, this vocation."
Sylvan and Dottie Susag, Fairfield, MT
(Owners of Ginger)
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"Jeff and Sue's commitment to the horse and
rider are enormous. Their down-to-earth
attitude and straightforward lessons enable the horse and rider
to learn together and form a trusting relationship that can last a
lifetime."
Kelly St.
Onge, Great Falls, MT
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"I
would highly recommend Jeff and Sue Thompson
to start and train young horses. They have
trained
a number of them for me and have done a splendid job!"
From the desk of Nancy Dear, Birdtail
Ranch-Simms, Montana
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I chose Western Sky Equine for my training needs
with my colt because I needed an exceptionally
safe, well-broke horse, and our colt deserved
and needed consistent, professional training. I
wanted him to have the very best this state
offered.
I can say, unequivocally, that Jeff and Sue have
a real gift for being able to tune into each
individual colt's learning style and needs. They
have given me exactly the kind of horse I
desired. His training was exceptionally
well-rounded, including all the general work to
develop balance, strength, stamina, smooth
transitions, proper leads, etc. In addition,
they taught him roping and working cattle, basic
reining maneuvers, started him on barrels, ponying
and training colts off him, and even took him on
several overnight mountain trips. I couldn't ask
for better results- I’ve never had a better
broke horse- He is a dream!
Kathe Mensik- Red Lodge, MT
Miss Rodeo Montana Inc. Exec. Board Member and
Officer
Red Lodge Home of Champions Rodeo Royalty
Director and Kids' Events Chairman
Certified Professional Ski Instructor for 35
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SHOWING
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Bailey
Jo and Smoke winning money in Jackpot Trail Belt,
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Bailey
Jo showing "Dandy" to a win at the All Breeds
Show 2003 |
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Tyrell showing Dandy in Open Trail in Belt,
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Wendy
Miller schooling her young horse "Cory" at the
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FOALING
AND HANDLING
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learn respect and how to accept our presence. Long
Yearlings are saddled, bridled and ponied. Two year olds
and up begin full time training in all aspects. Owner
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RATES
Training:
$150.00 per week
Board while in training $28.00/week
Board Only: $3.00/day (long term)
Trim: $25.00+/hd
Shoe: $70.00+/hd
Health Care: Varies
Mileage: .75 per mile
Special
consideration is given to “Cisco’s” get
on fees
Jesus said, "I am the way, the truth and the life. No
one comes to the Father except through Me." John 14:6
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