CK Horse Training and Consulting

04/23/2025

It's been a lovely day here in Michigan! continues to grow with support from:

Callie Anne Coughlin and Amy Willetts.

Thank you for your donations!

04/22/2025

Abbott is a happy boy! Since yesterday we have received support from

Gretchen Knoblock , Marty Harriman and Nancy Davies Faught! As well as business sponsorships from Mack's Earplugs and Common Angle!

Thank you so much for helping Abbott on his journey! I couldn't be more grateful.

Your support helps with:

Feed – Abbott is a bit underweight so we will be really throwing the feed to him.
Supplements – To make sure Abbott is not deficient in essential nutrients.
Farrier – Abbott will need his feet trimmed every 6-8 weeks.
Vet/Dental – To make sure Abbott is healthy and teeth are taken care of.
Fly protection: Masks, fly sheets and fly boots may be necessary.
Fuel/Lodging – For travel to and from West Virginia for pick up/drop off.

If you can give a little, please consider donating through Venmo at https://account.venmo.com/u/Chloe-Willetts If you have more to give, you can make a tax-deductible donation to the Heart of Phoenix at https://www.wvhorserescue.org/credit-card-donor and specify that your donation should go to Chloe Capaldi and Abbott through this form: https://form.jotform.com/231275453432048

04/21/2025

Sponsor Abbott! (donation info below)

This year I am participating in the Appalachian Trainer Face Off with a 365 horse. This means that instead of the standard 100+ days, I will be caring for and training Abbott for a full year. Working with rescue horses from the Heart of Phoenix allows me to donate my time training horses to a good cause and hopefully make a difference in the lives of the horses I work with.

If you are familiar with Mario’s journey, Abbott’s is much different. Unlike Mario, Abbott is not from a feral herd, but a neglectful owner who did not care for their horses. The horse Abbott was rescued with was in such poor health, the decision was made to end his suffering. But Abbott pulled through, got healthier, and is now ready to be worked with so he can find his forever home.

You can help Abbott on his journey by donating to help me with expenses related to his care. This includes:

Feed – Abbott is a bit underweight so we will be really throwing the feed to him.
Supplements – To make sure Abbott is not deficient in essential nutrients.
Farrier – Abbott will need his feet trimmed every 6-8 weeks.
Vet/Dental – To make sure Abbott is healthy and teeth are taken care of.
Fly protection: Masks, fly sheets and fly boots may be necessary.
Fuel/Lodging – For travel to and from West Virginia for pick up/drop off.

If you can give a little, please consider donating through Venmo at https://account.venmo.com/u/Chloe-Willetts If you have more to give, you can make a tax-deductible donation to the Heart of Phoenix and specify that your donation should go to Chloe Capaldi and Abbott. https://form.jotform.com/231275453432048

Thank you for your support!

04/20/2025

Ten hour drive, made it home. It's just a wee bit colder here in Northern Michigan. It was in the 80's yesterday in West Virginia!!! So Abbott gets a snuggly blanket as he adjusts to his new home.

04/18/2025

First photos with Abbott! Weather is lovely down here.

04/16/2025

It's almost time! On Friday I head to West Virginia to pick up Abbott from Heart of Phoenix Equine Rescue, INC as a 365 candidate for the Appalachian Trainer Face Off!!

As a 365 horse, I commit to training Abbott for a full year with the hope of finding him a wonderful forever home.

Please follow my page if you are interested in following Abbott's journey .

Donations and sponsorships are welcome!

04/10/2025

04/02/2025

🚨 TRAINING PAUSED🚨 We survived the ice storm but more weather is coming our way. We have been without power since Saturday and the power companies do not know if it will be days or weeks to get power back to residents. Though not obvious from this photo, there is extensive property damage due to downed trees. The trail system is decimated. 🤞🏼 The incoming storm isn't too bad.

03/25/2025

Pride is still in his assessment stage. He suffers from a great amount of anxiety and needs lots of reassurance. I really need this ❄️ to quit so we can really get to work 🐎

03/22/2025

Well it's been over a year since I had a horse in for training, but with my health issues resolved I'm back at it! Meet Pride! He will be in for the next 60 days for some trail training.

03/15/2025

Getting ready for training season to begin! 🌿

02/19/2025

Mr. Monty aka Daryl! I have a thing for taking in black horses. Do they find me or do I find them? He's now living his best life with Michelle Murphy ❤

02/09/2025

Owning horses in winter....

01/20/2025

Current temp: 0°, blanket or no blanket?

Mario, my darling Southern boy is ready for a blanket tonight. This is the first time this season he has had one on. Last winter he was blanketed more frequently, despite milder temps, but he wasn't as adjusted to the cold as he is now.

Tanner is still good without one. 👍🏼

01/19/2025

Current temp: 10°, blanket or no blanket?

The age old debate. Here is my method.

My horses have access to shelter and free-choice hay. When the temps drop significantly, I assess them each day to see if I should blanket. If the horses are showing signs of being cold (tense or trembling) I will put a blanket on, but once I do, the blanket does not come off until it gets significantly warmer.

I also make sure to feed extra grain when temps drop and keep an eye on their water intake. Make sure your horses have ample access to salt. This can help motivate them to drink.

01/17/2025

Happy Friday, friends!

Who likes to camp with their horse? It's one of my favorite things to do. Even if you are lucky enough to keep your horse at home, there is something extra special about camping with your horse and spending all day with them and sleeping by them at night. I believe my bond with my horses gets stronger each time we camp. Plus camping opens up a ton of new experiences for you and your horse.

Who has plans to ride and camp in 2025?! 🙋‍♀️

01/13/2025

Thank you to Phil Oakes and Chelsea Beal! I took Mario to their groundwork and bodywork clinic at Rising Hope Equestrian Center and we learned a lot. Can't wait to apply it!

01/09/2025

Meet Abbott!
After quite the training hiatus, I will be working with Heart of Phoenix Equine Rescue, INC once again by taking on this handsome fella for the Appalachian Trainer Face-Off as a 365 candidate! This means that instead of training him for the competition duration of 110 days, I will work with him for an entire year.

Abbott is an unstarted Tennessee Walking Horse who is estimated to be about 7yo. I can't wait to meet him and see what he's like. Look for updates starting in mid April!

Abbott - going to trainer for 365