ABOUT SAQH
The trainer and owner of SAQH, Shawn Alter, is very dedicated to his clients, horses, and business. Shawn is a professional horseman within the AQHA program. He is also a member of the NSBA (National Snaffle Bit Association) program. Along with being a part of these associations, Shawn is also a board member with PQHA (Pennsylvania Quarter Horse Association). While being involved with all these organizations, Shawn maintains his business, making sure his clients and horses are happy. He specializes in showing horses, training horses, selling horses, judging local 4H and open shows (for 20 years!), and giving lessons (newly added). In his laid back atmosphere at the barn, he likes to keep it fun and entertaining.
Into Detail
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Showing Horses
Pictured above is Shawn Alter showing at the All American Quarter Horse Congress Show, the largest single-breed horse show in the world!
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Training Horses
Shawn prepares his clients horses by making sure they are ridden/ exercised daily. He spends the majority of his days training and working on the horses to make sure his clients are satisfied.
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The Marketing Aspect
Shawn markets quality prospects and show horses for individuals as well as from other training programs . With over 15 years of experience from marketing horses, Shawn has a reputation for being honest and trustworthy, always finding the right match for the horse and buyer. He has sold horses and sent them to people from around the US, Canada, and all over Europe!
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Through The Judge's Eye
Shawn’s 20 years of judging at local 4H and open shows has carried into his business side of things. This has helped him to see what a good rider/horse pair looks like, making it an easier time for him to spot his client’s/horse’s flaws.
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Lessons
Giving lessons is where Shawn can see that all of his hard work has paid off. Recently, he has decided to expand his business and open up to the public for lessons on how to properly ride his type of horses! (View the contact page to schedule your lesson!)