In the line up
We're totally satisfied with the purchase of our Cisco bred gelding, Reb. The training they put on him allowed our daughter to show him safely and successfully the week after they delivered him. We wouldn't consider buying a horse from anyone else!"
~ Craig, Brenda and
Abby Helton-Westby
Moses Lake,WA
Whether we’re starting a youngster or fine tuning a seasoned horse, being safe and letting the horse learn in a manner that makes sense to them is our goal. We focus on what each individual horse has to offer and utilize what their particular skills and abilities are.
Sue ponying Rex off Cougar
Jeff building confidence in Tessa (Birdtail mare)
Barrel training Cisco
"Jeff and Sue's commitment to the horse and rider are enormous. Their down-to-earth attitude and straight forward lessons enable the horse and rider to learn together and form a trusting relationship that can last a lifetime."
Kelly St. Onge, Great Falls, MT
Kelly and Ruby Game Range
Sue and Midnight heading back
"After a very bad experience with a trainer on a different young horse we sent out, I was very anxious about sending “Bugs Fire and Ice” to anyone. I am glad I made the decision to send him to Jeff and Sue Thompson at Western Sky Equine in 2006. They have restored my belief that there are people out there that can be trusted to do a good job and be up front about everything. more...
~ Running N Ranch-Skeeter and Maggie Baertsch -Helena, MT
Sue ponying Bug tacked up
"I would highly recommend Jeff and Sue Thompson to start and train young horses. They have trained a number of them for me and have done a splendid job!"
From the desk of Nancy Dear, Birdtail Ranch-Simms, Montana
Sue with Riata (Birdtail mare)
"We admire your expertise, your sensitivity to clients and most important to horses, and we always appreciate your enthusiasm for this wonderful calling, this vocation."
Sylvan and Dottie Susag, Fairfield, MT
(Owners of Ginger)
Jeff and Ginger walking beside Cisco and Sue
I chose Western Sky Equine for my training needs with my colt because I needed an exceptionally safe, well-broke horse, and our colt deserved and needed consistent, professional training. I wanted him to have the very best this state offered.
I can say, unequivocally, that Jeff and Sue have a real gift for being able to tune into each individual colt's learning style and needs. They have given me exactly the kind of horse I desired. His training was exceptionally well-rounded, including all the general work to develop balance, strength, stamina, smooth transitions, proper leads, etc. In addition, they taught him roping and working cattle, basic reining maneuvers, started him on barrels, ponying and training colts off him, and even took him on several overnight mountain trips. I couldn't ask for better results- I’ve never had a better broke horse- He is a dream!
Kathe Mensik- Red Lodge, MT
Miss Rodeo Montana Inc. Exec. Board Member and Officer
Red Lodge Home of Champions Rodeo Royalty Director and Kids' Events Chairman
Certified Professional Ski Instructor for 35 years
Fury at work 2007
Bobby 2 yo riding Fury 05
Sue riding Fury
Watching cows on a colt
Youngsters learn respect and how to accept our presence. Long Yearlings are saddled, bridled and ponied. Two year olds and up begin full time training in all aspects. Owner participation is required and appreciated in the training process.
Imprinting a newborn
Bailey Jo & Smoke win trail class 2002
Baily Jo & Dandy win in trail at GFAB 1999
Bailey Jo & Smoke at
Central Montana Fair 2001
Tyrell competing on Dandy
Wendy Miller on "Cory" at the GFABHS
GFABHS - 2002
Jeff & Sue Thompson 168 Lane 10 Fort Shaw, Montana 59443 406-467-3236
"We have high hopes for Whit for a promising future - under the care and training the Thompson's provide at Western Sky Equine we look forward to continued success in his training, showing and breeding with Jeff and Sue."
~ Jim and Gayle Sutton
Sutton's Paint Horses
Whitlash, Montana
Training Rates:
Horse training:
Monthly: $550.
Weekly: $150. for evaluation or tune-up
Board:
Includes shed, run, hay and cleaning
Outside pen: $5 /day.
Outside pasture (shared): $75.
Inside stall (includes bedding & turnout) $300.
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At Western Sky Equine, we meet each individual horse where they are and determine what it will take to bring out the best in each one. Our approach is based on our education and experience in communication and understanding of horses and how they need each training session to be presented to them in order to learn.
