AboutSarah Lothmann Expertise Professional trainer for 10+ years. I happily offer you my expertise, techniques, and advice covering: Hunters, Jumpers, Equitation, Showing, Training, Sales, Behavior, Stabling, Grooming, Tack, Barn Management, Rider Psychology, & Effective Communication.
Experience I have been riding for over 23 years. As a kid I participated in 4H and Pony Club. I then worked as a groom and catch rode to pay my entry fees in the A Circuit. As a teenager I competed nationally in the Junior Hunters, USETs, and Medal classes. I've learned from and worked with some of the nations' best trainers. During college I began training professionally. I have prepared my students for both local and national shows. Recently I have organized two local equestrian groups for expanding general knowledge of horsemanship and for ensuring the welfare of horses. I continue my dedication in this industry by offering visual design services for equine businesses including, graphic design, web development, and photography.
Organizations ASPCA, Desert Valley Equestrians, Arizona Equestrian Network, The Equestrian Paddock, & Equine Photographers Network
Publications The Equestrian Paddock & Soon I will be announce another online publication featuring my monthly articles.
Education/Credentials AAS Degree, Veterinary Assistant, Professional Trainer
Awards and Honors Graduated High School with High Honors, College GPA 4.0, OHJA & KHJA Year End Equitation Championships as a junior rider, & ASPCA Maclay Class & USET Class wins.
Past/Present Clients In the past I have worked for and with Laurie Story, Mindy Darst & Lochmoor Stables, Chris & Matt Payne, Scott Taylor, Camargo Stables, Marianne Murphy, the Lindner family, Brigette Carlson, Bobbi Theis, Cincinnati Theraputic Riding, Sweetwater Stables, Lucy Alibaster, Los Cedros, and Leslie Stohlgren. Currently I am working with private clients.
Question i have my horse now for 4 years he is 14 years old, i have never had any behaviour problems with him, i ride him every saturday and sunday, and after riding he gets some spcial meal, the past few months when he see me he runs past me to his food bowl and stand there, when i saddle him up to ride he refuses to walk with me, you can even hit him with a small whip on his back, he just walks for a few meters and then want to turn back, i am too scared too hit him too hard because he might throw me off, can you please help, i never get to enjoy my horse anymore.
Answer He's a smart horse! He's got you figured out! He has learned that when you come he gets a wonderful treat afterwards! The special meal is a wonderful idea. I don't recommend stopping that. If you can try riding him on other days that he wouldn't get the extra meal. Or try just giving him the special meal on Sundays only. Typically when I do a bran mash meal for my horses I arrange to do it on days they don't work so that they are not associating the treat with working. I do believe in positive reinforcement and treats, but one has to be careful not to allow the horse to learn that treats always occur after riding especially if he stops working for the treat!
