Horse Trainer
Horse trainers supervise the preparation of horses for racing and trotting competitions, advise and consult with owners and instruct stable staff and jockeys/drivers.
Horse trainers may perform the following tasks:
- carry out practical daily tasks such as saddling, bridling, feeding and grooming horses
- accustom horses to racing equipment such as reins and harnesses, hitches and sulkies (two-wheeled carriages)
- teach apprentice jockeys, drivers and riders horse riding techniques and horse handling methods
- supervise and direct stable staff, jockeys, sulky drivers and other workers
- plan, supervise and carry out training programs for horses
- plan and select race programs to achieve the best placing for a horse
- plan, supervise and carry out nutritional programs for horses
- monitor the health of the horses and consult veterinarians on injuries and ailments
- advise and consult with horse owners
- attend race meetings or other horse-related events
- keep accurate records of accounts and use correct credit procedures.
Specialisations:
Horse trainers usually specialise in thoroughbreds for galloping races, standardbreds for pacing or trotting races or performance horses for events, show jumping and dressage.
Horse trainers may be required to work long hours. Much of their work is carried out very early in the morning and they may continue to work all day.
Personal Requirements:
- a keen interest in horses
- patience
- enjoy outdoor work
- good communication skills.
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