Avery Proffitt Horsemanship

04/11/2025

Please go to the original post on The Mane Attraction 2025 page and vote for me and Dusty!💕

Thank you all!

04/06/2025

Dusty’s second class of the Mane Attraction - Horsemanship

We got second🥈in this class as well

Huge thank you to everyone who came out to support me today! It was great seeing y’all and I can’t wait to see everyone tomorrow!

04/06/2025

Dusty’s first class of the Mane Attraction - Handling & Conditioning / Showmanship

We placed 2nd in this class. So proud of Dusty!

04/05/2025

Dusty is all settled in at the OKC fairgrounds💥

She’s munching on her Vizion Equine Products grain and vitamins, and hay from her Hay Chix nets.

Thank you to these wonderful products for making sure Dusty is looking and feeling her best 🤩

We’re excited for a fun day of showing tomorrow!

Performance Arena:
10am - handling & conditioning/ showmanship
2pm - Horsemanship

04/03/2025

Dusty’s journey🩶

It’s crazy looking back at videos from when I first got her. Dusty has made such a huge transformation in just 4 months.

Come see us this weekend at The Mane Attraction 2025 sponsored by Cook Feed & Outdoor.

04/02/2025

Back in business with sweet Dusty 💫

I rode Dusty lightly today for the first time since her accident earlier this week. It was only her second ride ever in the snaffle bit. I’m so proud of this gritty little mare🩶

I want to take a moment to thank everyone who has helped me get ready for the competition this week. Whether it’s making donations, helping with Dusty’s healing, body work, tack adjustments, training, or anything else, I truly appreciate each one of you!

Thank you to Holly Huffaker for putting on The Mane Attraction 2025! And thank you to Cook Feed & Outdoor for being our sponsor!

I’ve included the schedule of events for this weekend too! If you plan on coming this weekend and we haven’t met in person, come find me because I would love to meet you!

03/31/2025

Well we all know I can’t get through a trainer challenge without a plot twist…

First off, I am just going to say that I couldn’t have asked for a better horse to go through this challenge with. I am so incredibly thankful that I have crossed paths with Dusty. She has not only shaped me as a trainer, but as a person in general.

Dusty and I started this competition about 3 weeks late, due to her being sick on the day of pickup. Once I was able to pick her up, it became very clear that Dusty had a lot of layers that needed to be peeled back. She was extremely head shy, difficult to catch, and very uncomfortable in her own body. I spent the first month of her training just getting her comfortable with being handled, and also making sure her body was sound and comfortable. Dusty has had her teeth worked on twice, her feet trimmed and shaped up multiple times, chiropractic work (the chiropractor is coming out to work on her again tomorrow), dewormed, treated for ulcers, and much more in the span of about 4 months.

This is a lot to throw at a horse in such a short amount of time, but Dusty has been the most amazing partner I could possibly ask for. She has given me her all, even when she wasn’t the most comfortable. She has stuck with me through the highs and lows the last 4 months and has been nothing but kind, willing, and gritty throughout it all.

Now for the plot twist!
Dusty gets exercised… a lot. But I (and several others) couldn’t help but notice that her belly was looking rather large for a horse that gets worked daily and isn’t being overfed. So we decided to take her in for a pregnancy check this morning, and SURPRISE… Dusty is pregnant.

We ran into one more issue this morning though. On the way to the vet this morning for Dusty’s preg check, we had a little accident while loading in the trailer. Dusty lost her footing while getting in the trailer, and ended up loading a little crooked. I had the slant tied against the wall (her belly has gotten too big for me to close the slant), but as Dusty was trying to regain her balance, she threw her head up and scraped her face against the bottom on the slant, resulting
in part of her face peeling open and requiring emergency vet services. Dusty’s wound has been treated thoroughly by the vet (thank you Dr. Rasmussen!) and she now has staples holding the wound together while it heals.

It broke my heart to see her hurt this morning, and I was ready to pull her out of the show this weekend to do what is best for her. But I have been assured that Dusty will be okay for the competition this weekend. Dusty will be getting the next few days off to rest and heal, but we will still be competing in the Mane Attraction this weekend. We are just going to have to make a slight change to the equipment I will be showing in to make sure Dusty is as comfortable as
possible. I have been riding her in a hackamore due to the condition her teeth were in, but her teeth have been all fixed up now, so I have been transitioning her over to a snaffle bit. I planned to ride her in her bosal at the show, but I will be riding her in her bit instead to keep as much pressure off her face as possible.

With all that has happened, I have been forced to take a step back and focus on what really matters. Dusty has changed my perspective on this trainer’s challenge. I can sometimes get too wrapped up in the competition, but Dusty has reminded me that I’m not in this for the competition, but out of my love for the horse. So no matter what happens this weekend at the show, I already feel like I’ve won because of the horse I get to compete with. She has been nothing short of amazing, and I feel so blessed and honored that she has chosen to trust me and give me her all in every situation.

All this to say, Dusty has wormed her way into my heart. I had no intentions of getting another horse going into this competition, but if it is at all possible, I’m hoping to bring Dusty home with me following the competition. But whether I get her or not, I’m just thankful that I got the chance to play a part in her training. From here, I’m just going to let go and let God! This week I am just going to focus on being still, trusting God, and trusting that Dusty and I have done all we can do to prepare for the show and that it will turn out the way it should.

If I do end up getting Dusty, I am going to have to part ways with a few of my personal horses. Please keep an eye out for Indie and Georgie, as they will be available soon. They are incredible horses and will make wonderful partners for whoever they end up with.

Psalm 46:10
“Be still, and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth.”

Let’s go be a light!

The Mane Attraction 2025
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03/24/2025

Coming soon…👀

Titled BLM Mustang

💛Georgie💛
💠2019 Mare
💠Eagle, NV HMA

My very first personal mustang will be available in the next 2-3 months. Georgie is a fun little mare who has had an extensive amount of groundwork training and is about to be started under saddle.

Georgie is a very special horse to me, and I’m going to be picky about who she goes to. She’s a highly sensitive, light mare who requires someone with good timing, feel, and patience to continue her training. She has a heart of gold and endless try for the right person.

Her skin is very sensitive to the flies in the summer time and she gets quite itchy, so she would be best suited for someone who is willing to stay on top of keeping her protected from the flies.

I’ve owned Georgie since 2020. She has a solid groundwork foundation, has been saddled, and will be started under saddle before she is officially listed for sale.

Along with her groundwork foundation, she has also been started at liberty. She will follow you at the shoulder and do liberty circles. Her liberty training will also increase the longer she is with me.

Georgie stands tied, bathes, fly sprays, loads in the trailer, ponies off a ridden horse, does obstacles, stands for the farrier, etc. She is UTD on farrier, chiropractic, and dental.

Keep an eye on this kind mare! She is going to be a great horse for the right person. Stay tuned for when she is offered for sale. Feel free to reach out if you think Georgie may be a good fit for you!

03/24/2025

Coming soon…👀

Titled BLM Mustang

💜Indigo Moon💜 aka “Indie”
💠2020 Gray Mare
💠Diamond, NV HMA

I got Indie in 2021 as a yearling for the Oklahoma City Extreme Mustang Makeover, where we placed 3rd overall in the youth division. In 2022, I took Indie to Fort Worth for the Deep in the Heart of Texas Mustang Open show, and we won the in-hand division high point. I’ve won buckles, ribbons, and 💵💵 with this incredible mare! I’ve even been featured in a News 9 “Something Good” story with Indie (check comments for a short clip of that😉)

Indie is truly a one of a kind horse! She is up for any job, at any time. She wants to work, and would excel at a home where she can have consistent handling and be somebody’s go-to stead. Indie has had extentive ground training over the past 4 years. Her groundwork foundation is SOLID, and she is ready to go in any direction.

She has been started under saddle. She doesn’t have a ton of rides on her, but will walk, trot, and lope with no issues. Has steering, a stop, a back up, and some basic body control. I’m just not able to give her the time she deserves, and I hate to see her sitting out in the pasture.

Along with being started under saddle, Indie has been started on her liberty foundation! She will follow you at the shoulder, do liberty circles, and her liberty training will only increase from here!

Indie stands for the farrier, loads in the trailer, stands tied, bathes, fly spray, stands to be saddled, etc. She is UTD on dental, farrier, chiropractic, and coggins.

Indie will be available within the next 2-3 months. Until then, I will continue her training on the ground, undersaddle, and at liberty. She is one cool horse!

Please reach out if you have any questions about Indie. Stay tuned for when she is listed for sale! You don’t want to miss out on this one!

03/22/2025

Who needs a halter anyway🤷‍♀️ Dusty knows how it’s done🩶

03/09/2025

💫NR Dusts Last, aka Dusty🩶

This mare continues to blow me away each time I work with her! I know I say it every time, but Dusty is such a willing, kind partner. She has so much try, and could go in any direction.

Dusty has a solid groundwork foundation, and has been started under saddle. She is an incredible riding partner! She has an excellent walk, trot, lope, stop, sidepass, pivot, back up, and more! I have ridden her in arenas, open pastures, through obstacles, and in groups with other horses. She has a very calm, quiet nature, but is also a gritty, hard worker when asked to be.

Along with being an amazing riding horse, Dusty also has the beginning of her liberty foundation! She can follow you at the shoulder, do liberty circles, is working on her stop cue, and has a solid lay down!

Dusty has been hauled all over and has been wonderful to travel with! I’ve taken her to a show, a ranch horse clinic with Versatile Horsemanship, and overnight stays. I have plans to haul her as much as possible over the next month until The Mane Attraction 2025!

You don’t want to miss out on Dusty! This mare is going to have a solid foundation, and will be ready to go in any direction!

Huge thank you to Cook Feed & Outdoor for making this event possible! And shoutout to Vizion Equine Products for making sure Dusty is looking and feeling her best.

02/26/2025

💫Dusty💫

Dusty and I have been on quite a few adventures lately! Most recently, we attended a Ranch Horse Clinic with Versatile Horsemanship. Dusty tried a lot of new things and took it all in stride! She’s such an agreeable, kind mare🩶

Dusty has this week off because I’m off at Art of the Cowgirl! We’ll get back to work next week. The countdown is on, with a little over 5 weeks left before we compete in The Mane Attraction 2025⭐️

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02/13/2025

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LISTEN UP, COWGIRL!

Don't give up on chasing your dreams, no matter what. Things get tough, and it's easy to feel like throwing in the reins. But I'm here to tell you that you're stronger than that.

When you're tired, GET UP!
When you have no help, GET UP!
When your horse isn't worth $30,000, GET UP and make it worth $30,000 with your hard work and dedication!
When you don't feel good, GET UP!
When life gets hard, GET UP!
When the sun is blazing and you're sweating bullets, GET UP!
When the rain is pouring down and you're soaked to the bone, GET UP!
When it's freezing out and your fingers are numb, GET UP!
When you're feeling discouraged and defeated, GET UP!
When you're faced with obstacles and setbacks, GET UP!
When you're doubting yourself and your abilities, GET UP!
When you're feeling alone and unsupported, GET UP!
When you're tired of the long hours and hard work, GET UP!
When you're feeling like you're not good enough, GET UP!
When you're faced with criticism and negativity, GET UP!
When you're feeling like giving up on your dreams, GET UP!

And when you feel like hanging up your spurs, DON'T! Because the truth is, cowgirl, you're not just riding for yourself. You're riding for every young girl who looks up to you, for every horse that depends on you, and for every dream that you've ever had.

You're riding for the late-night feedings, the early-morning training sessions, and the endless miles of traveling to competitions. You're riding for the thrill of victory, the agony of defeat, and the lessons learned along the way.

You're riding for the love of the ride, the rush of adrenaline, and the sense of accomplishment. You're riding for the bond between you and your horse, the trust, the loyalty, and the friendship.

So don't give up, even when things seem impossible. Don't give up, even when you're feeling tired and worn out. Don't give up, even when it seems like the whole world is against you.

GET UP, COWGIRL, AND KEEP CHASING YOUR DREAMS!

You got this, cowgirl!

Written by: 24K Performance Horses.