Amish Horse Training-your views on it... - Page 2

dodib · 01-23-2008, 12:51 PM

My Percheron mare is amish trained--prior to me getting her. She was extremely head shy when I got her and terrified of people--I have no idea what happened to her before i got her b ut I have to say she is very obediant--and repects humans. Not a mean bone in her body. She is no longer afraid of us but isn't a real lovey horse but she doesn't run from us anymore. And under saddle is a dream.........
Again I think there are some bad and some good amish trainers--I do believe many of them that are near us think of the horses as farm machinery and that is all and if they do not do what they are asked they really give it to them

Horse_luvr_6 · 01-23-2008, 01:06 PM

I wouldn't do it. But thats just me. My friend got a horse from an amish, and when she got him, he was really abused and has been the hardest to work with. I'm not saying that all amish do that, my friend probably just came across one that wasn't so great. Thats my opinion, nothing against anyone.

Stormy's Human · 01-23-2008, 01:18 PM

If you want to hire a trainer - any trainer - it's always in your best interest to go there and see the methods they use and the way they take care of the horses. You need to go unannounced too so they aren't making everything look good for your visit. I shopped around and observed quite a few trainers before I picked one and even then I still found some things I didn't like about her but she was the best one of all of them. So, I don't think it matters, Amish, Natural or whatever they are - you need to check them out thoroughly.

mymaxx · 01-23-2008, 01:32 PM

Here in St. Augustine We get all of our horses from an Amish family in Ohio, We are always happy with the horses he sends us. If for some reason one doesn't do good on the street They are always willing to either work with the horse or trade for another. One of them even comes down here twice a month to do our horses feet.

imasassycowgirl · 01-25-2008, 09:48 PM

I personally train al my own horses, and many others, however as many have said already you can't pick a trainer based on are they "amish" As perople, everyone is differnt, and despite thier religion and beliefs, there will be good amish bad amish and good non amish and bad non amish trainers...
On a personal note one of my best friends is an amish guy, I spend many hours with him and his horses, and have purchased many from him that will be with me for life.

Jadelover · 01-26-2008, 07:35 PM

I just wanted to express my opinion on this subject, and give an anecdote that may illustrate my opinion. I have known many trainers, both english and Amish. I have seen the results of both also. I own three horses that I personnally sent to my Amish friend to train. I also witnessed a well respected english man beat his horse in the head with a 2x4 at a local show when he didn't perform well.

Making generalizations on the abitlities of a person based on their religion is wholely inappropriate. I would suggest that one get to know the individual and check the condition of their horses, and maybe get reccomendations from friends or others before you take your horse to ANY trainer. Both English and Amish have their faults. Many people in this world seem to think that they have the almighty right to pass judgement without any reason other than what so&so told them or what they may have overheard at the local diner. Bad idea, that's the basis for alot of trouble in this world we all live in...

ohiobred · 01-26-2008, 09:15 PM

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Originally Posted by calicocalgirl

Belleville PA is a big amish town! Well small town, mostly amish.
I have seen some good amish trainers and some bad, just like any other.
Some take excellent care of their horses, some horrible care.
I think it's just like checking out any other kind of trainer. Find out how they care for them, what they do to train them, see if you can talk to others who sent horses. Cheap isnt always good, sometimes you get what you pay for.. but in the case of the Amish , some of these kids just love to ride horses and really do a good job.

same here.

equine.trailrider · 01-28-2008, 06:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jadelover

I just wanted to express my opinion on this subject, and give an anecdote that may illustrate my opinion. I have known many trainers, both english and Amish. I have seen the results of both also. I own three horses that I personnally sent to my Amish friend to train. I also witnessed a well respected english man beat his horse in the head with a 2x4 at a local show when he didn't perform well.

Making generalizations on the abitlities of a person based on their religion is wholely inappropriate. I would suggest that one get to know the individual and check the condition of their horses, and maybe get reccomendations from friends or others before you take your horse to ANY trainer. Both English and Amish have their faults. Many people in this world seem to think that they have the almighty right to pass judgement without any reason other than what so&so told them or what they may have overheard at the local diner. Bad idea, that's the basis for alot of trouble in this world we all live in...

Fantastically stated!!
If the Amish view their horses as farm implements, as suggested earlier, they have a leg up on us b/c we let our emotions get in the way of good horsemanship!!

DeeGresko · 11-03-2009, 04:13 PM

I have an 8yr old TB that I have had for 4 years now. I can't seem to get him right. I have tried many methods and have even had trainers that would not get on him. I was told to try the Amish but unfortunately, they don't use computers. If anyone knows an Amish trainer in or around Bucks County, Pa... PLEASE pass along the info to me. I do now want him abused but any info will help. I can track other trainers from there until I find the right fit. Thank you.

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01-23-2008, 12:51 PM
dodib Greenbroke Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Ravenna, MI Posts: 3,186	My Percheron mare is amish trained--prior to me getting her. She was extremely head shy when I got her and terrified of people--I have no idea what happened to her before i got her b ut I have to say she is very obediant--and repects humans. Not a mean bone in her body. She is no longer afraid of us but isn't a real lovey horse but she doesn't run from us anymore. And under saddle is a dream......... Again I think there are some bad and some good amish trainers--I do believe many of them that are near us think of the horses as farm machinery and that is all and if they do not do what they are asked they really give it to them __________________ Dorthy www.freewebs.com/brownranch/

01-23-2008, 01:06 PM
Horse_luvr_6 Halter broke Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Racine Posts: 75	I wouldn't do it. But thats just me. My friend got a horse from an amish, and when she got him, he was really abused and has been the hardest to work with. I'm not saying that all amish do that, my friend probably just came across one that wasn't so great. Thats my opinion, nothing against anyone.

01-23-2008, 01:18 PM
Stormy's Human Coming two Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Seville, Florida Posts: 1,754	If you want to hire a trainer - any trainer - it's always in your best interest to go there and see the methods they use and the way they take care of the horses. You need to go unannounced too so they aren't making everything look good for your visit. I shopped around and observed quite a few trainers before I picked one and even then I still found some things I didn't like about her but she was the best one of all of them. So, I don't think it matters, Amish, Natural or whatever they are - you need to check them out thoroughly.

01-23-2008, 01:32 PM
mymaxx Greenbroke Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Hastings, FLA Posts: 3,342	Here in St. Augustine We get all of our horses from an Amish family in Ohio, We are always happy with the horses he sends us. If for some reason one doesn't do good on the street They are always willing to either work with the horse or trade for another. One of them even comes down here twice a month to do our horses feet. __________________ http://www.freewebs.com/rpmaxx/

01-25-2008, 09:48 PM
imasassycowgirl Weanling Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Little Current Posts: 339	I personally train al my own horses, and many others, however as many have said already you can't pick a trainer based on are they "amish" As perople, everyone is differnt, and despite thier religion and beliefs, there will be good amish bad amish and good non amish and bad non amish trainers... On a personal note one of my best friends is an amish guy, I spend many hours with him and his horses, and have purchased many from him that will be with me for life. __________________ Name the place, the time, the day... you are still guarenteed to find me with horses

01-26-2008, 07:35 PM
Jadelover Weanling Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Central New York Posts: 497	I just wanted to express my opinion on this subject, and give an anecdote that may illustrate my opinion. I have known many trainers, both english and Amish. I have seen the results of both also. I own three horses that I personnally sent to my Amish friend to train. I also witnessed a well respected english man beat his horse in the head with a 2x4 at a local show when he didn't perform well. Making generalizations on the abitlities of a person based on their religion is wholely inappropriate. I would suggest that one get to know the individual and check the condition of their horses, and maybe get reccomendations from friends or others before you take your horse to ANY trainer. Both English and Amish have their faults. Many people in this world seem to think that they have the almighty right to pass judgement without any reason other than what so&so told them or what they may have overheard at the local diner. Bad idea, that's the basis for alot of trouble in this world we all live in...

11-03-2009, 04:13 PM
DeeGresko Newborn Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Pipersville, Pa Posts: 3	I have an 8yr old TB that I have had for 4 years now. I can't seem to get him right. I have tried many methods and have even had trainers that would not get on him. I was told to try the Amish but unfortunately, they don't use computers. If anyone knows an Amish trainer in or around Bucks County, Pa... PLEASE pass along the info to me. I do now want him abused but any info will help. I can track other trainers from there until I find the right fit. Thank you.