Laura and I specialize in training and breeding western pleasure horses. We grew up showing horses primarily in the Iowa quarter horse circuit. In 2000, we were married and moved to Minnesota. Since then, we have enjoyed showing in the Minnesota show circuit. We currently train out of our ranch in Independence, MN.

Britches (Pictured right) was Dax’s favorite pony. Together they won many classes, and Britches taught Dax a lot about the show pen. At 30 years of age, Britches is still giving rides today.
Watch Josie Glow (Pictured Left) carried Dax to the Youth World Show and to the finals at the Congress in Western Pleasure.

Cleary Can (Can Spicuous x Ima Ruby Seeker) was successfully shown in halter, earning points in open and amateur mares. She is currently owned by Dan Atkinson.

Rusty was Laura’s first pony. Although known as “Untrusty Rusty” on the trails, Rusty won multiple western pleasure championships.

Heza Fancy Image (“Joe” pictured right) (Depth Baretta x Tee J Rojo Jack) was Laura’s most memorable youth horse. With Joe, Laura qualified for the youth Congress team in horsemanship and won the Iowa cowgirl queen contest.
Iron Made Asset, ("Cassie" pictured left) (Ironmaker x Joeys Investment) Purchased from Bill and Tina Kaven in 1999. Laura and Dax have had much success with Iron Made Asset including:
  • 56 points in open and amateur western pleasure
  • Minnesota 2002 reserve champion amateur western pleasure
  • Multiple class winner
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