Supervised 4-5 Groomers and stall workers, report to trainer on horse’s progress and performance and discussed each horse’s fitness or training concerns.
Equine Work Experience
Assistant Horse Trainer |Acquilano Racing |Farmington, NY, November 2001-Present
Supervised 4-5 Groomers and stall workers.
Reported to trainer on horse’s progress and performance and discussed each horse’s fitness/training
Prepared horses for travel.
Monitored horses’ health and temperament for signs of injury illness.
Trained horses across wide age range.
Scheduled training for horses and riders.
Advised owners on strategies for continuing training and reinforcing lessons.
Protected Animal Health and wellbeing by keeping all areas clean and organized and free of hazards.
Monitored and documented animal health, diet and behaviors to identify and address trends.
Observed animal’s physical conditions to detect illness and unhealthy conditions requiring medical care.
Schedule and coordinate with veterinarian to maintain and address unhealthy conditions beyond groomer care.
Instructed riders how to direct and manage horses.
Responsible for permanent re-homing
Type of Ride Work
N/A
Competition Details
N/a
Key Skills
Driving license
First-Aid
Equine First-Aid
Handling Youngstock
Bandaging
Clipping
Natural Horsemanship
People Skills
Areas of Expertise
Working with children
Working with the disabled
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