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Natural Horsemanship-Based Horse Training in Webberville, MI
Professional Horse Training based in Webberville, MI
Serving horse owners throughout Williamston • Haslett • East Lansing • Okemos • Howell • Fowlerville • Mason • Livingston County • Ingham County and surrounding Mid-Michigan communities.
Many horse owners come to us because they're struggling with specific challenges that are affecting their horse's safety, confidence, or performance. We focus on identifying the root cause of the issue and developing a customized training plan that creates lasting improvement.
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​We specialize in colt starting, behavioral modification, groundwork, confidence building, trailer loading, and creating soft, willing, responsive horses through natural horsemanship-based training.
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Common Issues We Help Resolve
✓ Bucking
✓ Spooking and Anxiety
✓ Trailer Loading Problems
✓ Poor Ground Manners
✓ Refusing to Stand Tied
✓ Difficult Farrier or Veterinary Visits
✓ Herd-Bound or Buddy-Sour Behavior
✓ Mounting Issues
✓ Pushiness and Respect Problems
✓ Confidence Building
✓ Show Preparation
✓ Young Horse Development
Our Training Philosophy
Many behavioral issues are symptoms of confusion, fear, lack of confidence, inconsistent handling, or gaps in a horse's foundation. Rather than simply managing unwanted behaviors, we focus on identifying and addressing the root cause.
For this reason, horses entering training often spend substantial time developing softness, confidence, respect, and understanding through groundwork before progressing to riding work. By preparing the horse before asking for more, we create safer, more reliable results that last.
Our 4 main rules when training are:
1. Keep yourself safe​
2. Keep your horse safe​
3. Have the horse learn in a relatively short period of time​
4. Have the horse retain the lesson
Testimonials
Common Issues We Help Resolve
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✓ Bucking
✓ Rearing
✓ Spooking & Anxiety
✓ Trailer Loading Problems
✓ Poor Ground Manners
✓ Refusing to Stand Tied
✓ Difficult Farrier & Veterinary Visits
✓ Herd-Bound & Buddy-Sour Behavior
✓ Mounting Problems
✓ Pushiness & Respect Issues
✓ Confidence Building
✓ Show Preparation
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Many behavioral issues are symptoms of confusion, fear, lack of confidence, or gaps in a horse's foundation. Our goal is to identify and address the root cause rather than simply manage the symptoms.
What To Expect
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Step 1: Evaluation
We assess your horse's history, temperament, training level, and goals to develop a customized training plan.
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Step 2: Foundation & Groundwork
We establish respect, communication, confidence, and responsiveness before progressing to more advanced work.
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Step 3: Under Saddle Development
Once the horse demonstrates the necessary foundation and understanding, we begin developing skills under saddle.
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Step 4: Owner Education
Weekly owner lessons help transfer the training to you so progress continues after your horse returns home.
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Step 5: Continued Success
Our goal is to create a soft, willing, confident horse while giving owners the tools needed to maintain long-term success.
Our Training Method
Our training program is rooted in Natural Horsemanship. But what exactly is Natural Horsemanship? In essence, it involves understanding a horse's behavior, communication, and psychology within its natural herd environment. This insight allows us to offer personalized training that fosters your horse's learning and development. To gain a deeper understanding of how horses think and perceive their surroundings, we highly recommend reading our book"Mirror Mirror On the Stall, Are You The Problem After All" by Janelle Lamke or Clinton Anderson’s Philosophy book. These resources will guide you in interpreting their body language and enhancing communication with them.
Committed to providing the highest quality horse training services...
✓ 20+ Years of Horse Experience
✓ Former Licensed Veterinary Technician
✓ Natural Horsemanship-Based Methods
✓ Customized Training Plans
✓ Weekly Owner Lessons Included
✓ Behavioral Problem Solving
✓ Focus on Lasting Results
Training Fees
​Program Includes:
✔ Professional training sessions throughout the week
✔ Customized training plan based on your horse's needs
✔ Progress updates and ongoing communication
✔ Four (4) private 1-hour owner lessons each month (a $360 value)
✔ Guidance to help owners maintain progress at home
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Whether you're starting a young horse, working through behavior challenges, or looking to advance your horse's education, our goal is to create a soft, willing, and reliable partner both on the ground and under saddle.
Limited training openings available.
Boarding Options at Livingston Stables
Training horses are boarded at Livingston Stables in Webberville, Michigan. Owners may choose between pasture board or stall board depending on their horse's needs and preferences.
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Pasture Board – $450/Month (Recommended option by Lasting Impression Horsemanship)
Includes:
✔ Round bale hay available free choice
✔ Large pasture turnout with shelter access
✔ Automatic waterers
✔ Daily grain feeding if grain is provided by the owner
✔ Daily observation and care
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This option is ideal for horses that thrive in a natural herd environment with ample turnout and continuous access to forage.
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Stall Board – $700/Month
Includes:
✔ Spacious 12' x 12' stalls
✔ Daily turnout during the day with access to pasture and larege round bales, and stalled at night
✔ Daily stall cleaning
✔ Bedding provided
✔ Up to $50 worth of grain provided once daily
✔ Supplements fed at no additional charge when supplied by the owner
✔ Daily observation and care
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Boarding is provided by Livingston Stables. Training services are provided separately through Lasting Impression Horsemanship.
