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 Hey
I have a 5yr old thoroughbred that we are fattening up but his problem is that whenever we feed him he always pushes a very wasteful amount out with his nose ALL the time. His bucket is lodged in a tyre and if it wernt he would knock it over. I guess he thinks all the yummy pellets are down the very bottom so he gets rid of all the other stuff. Iv tried to make it so his feed it more up the side of his bucket and he can see the botton but it makes no difference. What do you suggest??
Answer There could be a number of reasons he is displaying this behavior. With limited information provided, I can suggest some general causes and possible solutions. His behavior could be a symptom his teeth need attention. Or he may be displaying this as a form of anxiety or stress from inadequate free movement throughout the day (turn out, exercise, & stall size). This could also be a symptom from insufficient foraging. Finally this could be an aggressive behavior due to possible close proximity of another horse or even you, if you are watching too close by and this is discomforting for him. Consider the surrounding elements in your particular case. Try increasing his daily foraging and/or free movement. If need be, increase the distance between him and either yourself or another horse while he's eating. If neither improve the behavior, consult your vet or dentist. He/she may need to examine him just to make sure his teeth are in good shape.
