Wendy & Claire Gibbons, Hibaldstow, North Lincolnshire
Horse in Training - Retraining
We would just like to say a massive thank you to Guy for all the hard work he put into him and turning him into a horse to be proud of.
It only seems a very short time ago when we were calling in tears for help after a distressing and failed attempt someone had made to load him over an afternoon. Blue was hurt and frightened and we didn't know where to turn next.
After a few weeks with Guy he looked like a different horse, he will always be what we would describe as 'a character' but now he does everything that he is supposed to and everyone that meets him loves him.
Thank you Guy!!!!
We would just like to say a massive thank you to Guy for all the hard work he put into him and turning him into a horse to be proud of.
It only seems a very short time ago when we were calling in tears for help after a distressing and failed attempt someone had made to load him over an afternoon. Blue was hurt and frightened and we didn't know where to turn next.
After a few weeks with Guy he looked like a different horse, he will always be what we would describe as 'a character' but now he does everything that he is supposed to and everyone that meets him loves him.
Thank you Guy!!!!
Jo Wiper, Huddersfield
Horse in Training - Retraining
"Just to let you know that Pie is settling in super. He is so different now, in a totally marvellous way!!!
Not sure how to describe him, I am overwhelmed!!!Hoping that the bubble doesn't burst, thank you for giving Pie a life.
Since picking him up I am just letting him settle in, practising the ground work and turning him in the school for a roll and play, apart from yesterday when he was turned out for the first time, which he really enjoyed and guess what he walked up to me, to be caught!!!
Thank you so much, I will be in touch."
Jo Wiper
"Just to let you know that Pie is settling in super. He is so different now, in a totally marvellous way!!!
Not sure how to describe him, I am overwhelmed!!!Hoping that the bubble doesn't burst, thank you for giving Pie a life.
Since picking him up I am just letting him settle in, practising the ground work and turning him in the school for a roll and play, apart from yesterday when he was turned out for the first time, which he really enjoyed and guess what he walked up to me, to be caught!!!
Thank you so much, I will be in touch."
Jo Wiper
Helen Wainman, Doncaster, South Yorkshire
Horse in Training, Starting
Cora spent 8 weeks a Guys yard to be started at 4 year old. She went a typical bolshy youngster and returned a respectful horse who felt like she had been ridden for years. I spent time with guy watching and ‘training’ Cora myself whilst she was there. Guy’s methods are kind, ridiculously effective and so easy to learn to carry on at home. I would recommend anyone to attend a demo event and after 10 minutes you’ll never want to use ‘traditional’ methods with your horse again!
Cora spent 8 weeks a Guys yard to be started at 4 year old. She went a typical bolshy youngster and returned a respectful horse who felt like she had been ridden for years. I spent time with guy watching and ‘training’ Cora myself whilst she was there. Guy’s methods are kind, ridiculously effective and so easy to learn to carry on at home. I would recommend anyone to attend a demo event and after 10 minutes you’ll never want to use ‘traditional’ methods with your horse again!
Kim Marie Walsh, Carlton
Horse in Training
Guy had my Ellie Mae for 2 weeks. she was not so much of a problem horse but more of a bossy mare who liked to take control over situations when handling her from the ground but after spending two weeks with guy she is now respectful of my space, she will stand and wait till i am ready to go, loads straight onto the horse box.
With her only been 4 years old her flat work did need some brushing up on as she was lazy and used me for balance now she is fantastic in every aspect. thanks guy very much appreciated. Kim and Ellie Mae
Guy had my Ellie Mae for 2 weeks. she was not so much of a problem horse but more of a bossy mare who liked to take control over situations when handling her from the ground but after spending two weeks with guy she is now respectful of my space, she will stand and wait till i am ready to go, loads straight onto the horse box.
With her only been 4 years old her flat work did need some brushing up on as she was lazy and used me for balance now she is fantastic in every aspect. thanks guy very much appreciated. Kim and Ellie Mae
Lisa McLean, Roche Abbey
Horsemanship Lessons
After owning horses for over 30 years, I thought buying a 6 month colt would be easy, after all I know everything!....Don’t I?
Well It turned out I knew very little, after struggling to keep my youngsters feet on the ground, and having little or no control, it came to a time when I no longer enjoyed dealing with him, and avoided having to handle or lead him, he was food aggressive, had separation anxiety and had no respect for any bodies space. With my husband telling me my horse was feral and he dreaded the winter months approaching I knew I needed to gain some control…but didn’t know where to start…I felt like a failure!
I heard about Guy via my vets and contacted him for advice. From the offset it was apparent Guy had my horse’s interest first and foremost, and gave me several options. The option I chose was to have 1-2-1 sessions with Guy, and he came to my house to meet myself and Romeo for our first assessment and training session!
Guy was calm, patient and so gentle with Romeo….yet was firm enough to gain Romeos respect and attention…..it was amazing to watch Guy in action, and the communication he had with Romeo….he made it look so easy, and I thought I’d never be able to do the same.
Oh me of little faith….. Guy made it as easy for me to understand as he did for Romeo…he didn’t just show me what to do, but also explained why we were doing it, and how it could, and would all transfer into when Romeo was to become a riding horse…..and it made sense!
So after our first session, I was still cynical as to how Romeo would work for me once Guy left us to our own devices. I needn’t have worried I put into play what Guy had explained and it all fell into place.
After only three sessions I took Romeo by himself for a walk through woods and across open fields, something that would have previously filled me with dread! But he was amazing; he listened to me, respected my space……and kept all four feet on the ground…..something previously unheard of.
I would like to thank Guy for sharing his knowledge with me, and empowering me to understand my youngster, I would recommend him to anybody who is having difficulties with their horse of any age. He has certainly made the world a better and much safer place for me and my youngster! I am now looking forward to attending his Young Horse Handling Clinic, and next year I will be taking my youngster out and about on the showing circuit…….with confidence and control!
After owning horses for over 30 years, I thought buying a 6 month colt would be easy, after all I know everything!....Don’t I?
Well It turned out I knew very little, after struggling to keep my youngsters feet on the ground, and having little or no control, it came to a time when I no longer enjoyed dealing with him, and avoided having to handle or lead him, he was food aggressive, had separation anxiety and had no respect for any bodies space. With my husband telling me my horse was feral and he dreaded the winter months approaching I knew I needed to gain some control…but didn’t know where to start…I felt like a failure!
I heard about Guy via my vets and contacted him for advice. From the offset it was apparent Guy had my horse’s interest first and foremost, and gave me several options. The option I chose was to have 1-2-1 sessions with Guy, and he came to my house to meet myself and Romeo for our first assessment and training session!
Guy was calm, patient and so gentle with Romeo….yet was firm enough to gain Romeos respect and attention…..it was amazing to watch Guy in action, and the communication he had with Romeo….he made it look so easy, and I thought I’d never be able to do the same.
Oh me of little faith….. Guy made it as easy for me to understand as he did for Romeo…he didn’t just show me what to do, but also explained why we were doing it, and how it could, and would all transfer into when Romeo was to become a riding horse…..and it made sense!
So after our first session, I was still cynical as to how Romeo would work for me once Guy left us to our own devices. I needn’t have worried I put into play what Guy had explained and it all fell into place.
After only three sessions I took Romeo by himself for a walk through woods and across open fields, something that would have previously filled me with dread! But he was amazing; he listened to me, respected my space……and kept all four feet on the ground…..something previously unheard of.
I would like to thank Guy for sharing his knowledge with me, and empowering me to understand my youngster, I would recommend him to anybody who is having difficulties with their horse of any age. He has certainly made the world a better and much safer place for me and my youngster! I am now looking forward to attending his Young Horse Handling Clinic, and next year I will be taking my youngster out and about on the showing circuit…….with confidence and control!
Sarah Watson, Doncaster
Clinic Participant
My horse was an absolute nightmare, she reared, had no manners, kicked out, couldn't be caught or loaded, she'd stop and refuse to move, snatch the reins and bucked. After working with Guy, she's relaxed, respectful, loads onto a trailer, she hasn't reared, bucked, kicked or pushed since and I feel so much more confident knowing I can control her, I always have a laugh with Guy and not only does he work with your horse but he works with you too. If I hadn't found Guy I would have sold my horse by now so I'm extremely grateful and I would recommend him to anyone!
My horse was an absolute nightmare, she reared, had no manners, kicked out, couldn't be caught or loaded, she'd stop and refuse to move, snatch the reins and bucked. After working with Guy, she's relaxed, respectful, loads onto a trailer, she hasn't reared, bucked, kicked or pushed since and I feel so much more confident knowing I can control her, I always have a laugh with Guy and not only does he work with your horse but he works with you too. If I hadn't found Guy I would have sold my horse by now so I'm extremely grateful and I would recommend him to anyone!
Vanessa Taperell, York
Horse in Training
In Feb 2011 I made an impulse purchase at York Horse Sales and aquired a 17hh warmblood just rising 5yo. He had been broken in the summer but then had done little prior to going to the sale. After a few weeks a couple of issues started to crop up...he would'nt stand still to be mounted to the point where he trotted off when I had just swung my leg over the saddle, he then did a series of bucks a...nd I was deposited on the ground ouch. He also started to become very difficult to load in the trailer and would just rear higher and higher, avoiding putting a foot on the ramp. A friend of mine had sent her cob to Guy to be broken and highly recommended him. Mateus stayed with Guy for 3 weeks and each time I went to see him I was amazed at the progress. Mateus was always calm and relaxed (which is exactly how Guy is). The results...Mateus now stands like a statue to be mounted and patiently waits until I give the signal to move off. Guy showed me a techique that he has found successful for loading and everytime I load him now I use this method,its very simple and it works everytime, no stress, no force.
When Mateus came home I also noticed how patient he his to be tied up, groomed, tacked up etc when prior to going to guys he would be swinging about and anxiously looking for his field companions. Anybody wanting to give their horse the best possible start to its ridden life whether its hacking or competing should have a chat with Guy.
In Feb 2011 I made an impulse purchase at York Horse Sales and aquired a 17hh warmblood just rising 5yo. He had been broken in the summer but then had done little prior to going to the sale. After a few weeks a couple of issues started to crop up...he would'nt stand still to be mounted to the point where he trotted off when I had just swung my leg over the saddle, he then did a series of bucks a...nd I was deposited on the ground ouch. He also started to become very difficult to load in the trailer and would just rear higher and higher, avoiding putting a foot on the ramp. A friend of mine had sent her cob to Guy to be broken and highly recommended him. Mateus stayed with Guy for 3 weeks and each time I went to see him I was amazed at the progress. Mateus was always calm and relaxed (which is exactly how Guy is). The results...Mateus now stands like a statue to be mounted and patiently waits until I give the signal to move off. Guy showed me a techique that he has found successful for loading and everytime I load him now I use this method,its very simple and it works everytime, no stress, no force.
When Mateus came home I also noticed how patient he his to be tied up, groomed, tacked up etc when prior to going to guys he would be swinging about and anxiously looking for his field companions. Anybody wanting to give their horse the best possible start to its ridden life whether its hacking or competing should have a chat with Guy.
Stevie Hartley, York
Horse in Training
Snowman was adorable but terrified of everything when I bought him as a green youngster. After he put me in hospital at Easter while I was trying to gain his confidence, a friend who'd seen Guy work TopGun at Carlton Towers gave me his card. Guy invited us to Rawcliffe to see him work a young horse. I was really moved to see the way Guy was firm but calm with the young horse and knew he was the right person to give Snowman back his confidence and get him riding away. Snowman has been away since May and although I've fallen off him and currently can't ride, my husband Richard has ridden him at Guy's for 2 weeks before he came home yesterday. Guy and Victoria have been brilliant and I can't thank Guy enough for all his patience, advice and care. My horse is a totally different character now and I just need to pass my fitness test and hopefully be able to ride him at some point in the future.
Snowman was adorable but terrified of everything when I bought him as a green youngster. After he put me in hospital at Easter while I was trying to gain his confidence, a friend who'd seen Guy work TopGun at Carlton Towers gave me his card. Guy invited us to Rawcliffe to see him work a young horse. I was really moved to see the way Guy was firm but calm with the young horse and knew he was the right person to give Snowman back his confidence and get him riding away. Snowman has been away since May and although I've fallen off him and currently can't ride, my husband Richard has ridden him at Guy's for 2 weeks before he came home yesterday. Guy and Victoria have been brilliant and I can't thank Guy enough for all his patience, advice and care. My horse is a totally different character now and I just need to pass my fitness test and hopefully be able to ride him at some point in the future.
Sian Stuchbery, North Lincs
I have only worked with Guy for a couple of weeks but am more than impressed!! Our little gypsy cob is currently on holiday livery at Guy's and is being re-educated to be more respectful with her feet ... If Guy hadnt have been here to do that then it would have been a case of sedating her every time we wanted to touch her feet and I think I would have given up with her. He now has our youngster in for breaking and am amazed at every lesson! Guy's methods are very calming and reassuring for everyone and easy to adopt ourselves. Absolutely made the right choice to send my horses here! Vicky is brilliant with our horses too, has always been on hand to help with anything! It has helped my confidence soar having such calming and knowledgable people around. Thank you so so much
Fran Robinson, Belshaw Natives, Isle Of Axholme
Guy has broken, started, boxed, ridden and looked after all of my ponies at some point. I must say his talents are innate, the trust he gains from horses in minutes is amazing, they try so hard to please him it is humbling to watch. I am truly inspired by his methods patience and abilities. For many years I have been discontented with conventional methods yet not knowing what... I was looking for, now I know. Guys approach is perfect for all horses problems or not, no gadgets or silly bits, oppressive practice or aggression, the horse can maintain its dignity. Amongst many pieces of work, Guy has resolved a mounting problem on a very quirky cob in one session that myself and other professionals could see no resolution to. Broken a cob which I am delighted to say is already performing tasks in an outline and shape you would expect from an experienced horse. To conclude I would like to add that he is the most amazing rider, riding with such balance and feeling I can truly say he is inspirational......how does he do that!!!!!!!
Belshaw Natives, Breeders of Welsh Section C’s, D’s and Highlands.
Belshaw Natives, Breeders of Welsh Section C’s, D’s and Highlands.
