Show Notes
In this episode of the On The Rail Podcast, we welcome Brooke Dixon, a ranch horse trainer based in Gunnar, Texas at the DG Ranch.
Brooke shares her journey from growing up in Delaware with a horse trainer father to becoming a professional trainer herself. She discusses her training philosophy which emphasizes understanding horses as individuals, ensuring they are confident, and meeting them where they are.
Brooke highlights her transition from all-around horse shows to specializing in ranch riding, giving insights into her training routines, client relationships, and the importance of not putting too much pressure on oneself. She also shares her experiences working alongside her fiancé, Clint Thomas, and their goals for their business, Clint + Brook Performance Horses.
00:00 Welcome to On the Rail Podcast 00:47 Meet Brooke: From Delaware to Texas 01:19 Brooke's Early Horse Training Journey 02:35 Supreme Champion: Brooke's Dad's Legacy 06:13 Balancing Sports and Horses 13:12 Training Philosophy and Approach 14:23 The Importance of Slowing Down 28:40 Building a Training Business with Clint 32:41 Navigating Horse Locations 33:22 Building Client-Trainer Relationships 36:49 The Versatility of Ranch Horses 39:28 Breeding and Training Ranch Horses 45:35 Lessons from Training Horses 50:07 Common Mistakes and Misconceptions 58:43 Future Plans and Contact Information
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