Linda

I own a 3 year old registered Appaloosa Mare, Gem. When it came time to
"start" her, I wanted a trainer who knew how to communicate effectively
with horses in their language, who could teach Gem using gentle "horse
whisperer" methodologies, and who could teach me these things so that I
could improve my horsemanship skills and be a better partner to Gem. I
found that trainer and more when I met Joe in the fall of 2001 at a horse
clinic where I was first introduced to the John Lyons method of
conditioned response training.

Joe is an extraordinarily gifted trainer and teacher with the proven
ability to bring out the best in the horses and people he serves. Highly
skilled in the John Lyons methodologies with uncanny instincts, he
consistently gets the results you want in significantly short time frames.
I know because Gem and I work very closely with him, and the outcomes have
been remarkable. Under Joe's guidance, Gem has transformed from a
skittish prone filly into a young, well-mannered horse that is now not
only safe, but also a joy for me to ride.

Everything Joe does comes from his big heart. He genuinely cares for his
clients and their horses. He often goes out of his way to help whenever
there is a need, big or little. For example, when Gem had developed a
case of thrush, Joe would stop by frequently to check on her on days when
I was working late and clean her feet, if need be. I didn't ask him to do
this, and he never once asked for payment. He was just concerned, and
wanted to help. That generous caring quality brings a special dimension
to his services, which is rare.

In short, Gem and I are truly blessed to have the opportunity to work with
Joe, and I am proud to call him my horse mentor and friend.

Linda Jansson
Hollywood, Florida