Western riding demo at Liphook Equine Hospital
Michael demonstrated the finesse of reining at Liphook Equine Hospital’s Open Day on 14 July. The demonstration was very well received by the large crowd, especially the bridleless part of the display.
Liphook Equine Hospital is based on the Hampshire / West Sussex border and is one of the largest specialist equine veterinary practices in the UK. The Open Day was held to celebrate the opening of the hospital’s new facilities.
Pic: Lewis Harding
We are very proud of client Carol Ball and her horse Winnin In Vegas (Winni) who were crowned Reserve Champions in the WES Novice Rider and Novice Horse Championship at the prestigious Garden of England Circuit. The pair received a sash and silver medal for each title following two shows of great riding in a variety of classes. The competition was tight and the classes well supported. Winni is a lovely seven year old Quarter Horse mare by DA Steady Vegas out of Nic A Winner, bred at Wye Oak Quarter Horses and started by Michael.
Bob Mayhew competing for Team GBR at WEG
“Michael Langford approached me some eight years ago as a shy, quiet lad with a desire to work with western horses. I was right to take him on, as he has blossomed into one of the UK’s foremost trainers – full of talent and enthusiasm. I had no doubt then, and no doubt now, that I can recommend his ability to produce horses to the highest standards, and believe his career to be ‘onwards and upwards.’
Any person requiring their horse to be properly trained – especially for the show pen – should get in touch immediately, if not before. Well done Michael.”
Shiney Party Girl and Mary Stephens. Pic: NRH Photography
HORSE:
Shiney Party Girl (Shiny)
DETAILS:
2004 Quarter Horse mare
BREEDING:
Twice As Shiney X Zanz Cinnamon Girl
SERVICES:
Reining training and confidence giving
“I first met Michael with my reining mare Shiney three years ago. I was struggling with her on my own as I was a novice rider. Michael took us back to basics and built up our confidence. He helped me learn to ride and compete in a relaxed and calm atmosphere. He has so much patience and has made a huge difference to my ability.”
Aprils Little Lloyd and Mary Stevens. Pic: Paul Harding
HORSE:
Aprils Little Lloyd (Lloyd)
DETAILS:
2007 Quarter Horse gelding
BREEDING:
Smart A Little X April Reins Again
SERVICES:
Backing, starting and reining training
“I bought Lloyd while at Michael’s yard, when he was two and a half years old. I have had the pleasure in watching my young horse being trained in a calm and relaxed atmosphere. The foundation work Michael puts in is second to none and Lloyd is now out there competing and what an amazing job he has done.
Lloyd is now a well grounded, fantastic little horse. Michael is so patient with horse and rider, and we are both going from strength to strength. Michael is making Lloyd into a fantastic partner for me and I love it every time I go down to ride and learn. He has helped me progress from a novice to a competition rider. If you want the best training for you and your horse I can think of no-one better.”
Christine Neeld. Pic: judilionphotography.net
DETAILS:
7 Quarter Horses over 8 years
“I rate Michael Langford most highly as a horse trainer. He has rehabilitated a number of horses for me over the years, and has achieved 100% success rate in realising the full potential of each horse in a soft, systematic and consistent way.
He is a man of integrity and honesty who shows a genuine passion for improvement while at the same time understanding that each horse needs to be treated as an individual and that progress needs to be achieved through repetition, without instilling fear, and by rewarding those tiny tries. I commend Michael without hesitation.”
It's always great to have you visit. I've been able to watch you grow as an outstanding trainer!Al Dunning, Arizona, World Champion trainer and author
