The training program here at Sable Oak is a combination of multiple techniques including desensitizing, lunging, rythmizing, round penning, riding, basic dressage principles, driving and trail riding. One of the most effective programs is our innovative natural horsemanship which helps the rider to understand their horses thinking on a higher level and helps to make everyday tasks more productive. Side passing large plastic culverts (from the ground), jumping barrels, walking over almost anything, passing under decorated canopies, and laying down on command are just some of the tasks that are possible with this program. Join our "Playground" and learn what your horse will do for you because they trust you!

This award winning program results in safe, happy horses that enjoy what they do and makes owning a horse more enjoyable for you.

Clients with horses in training shall be charged the current rate of $33.70 per day. The following is included in training charges:

Five days of training per week, feed, stall cleaning, turnout, and blanketing.

Use of both indoor and outdoor arenas, trails and trail obstacles; necessary equipment, (training bridles, lunge lines, whips, work saddles and pads, grooming equipment.)

Barn supplies: shampoo, clipping (bridle path, jaw, muzzle), minor wound sprays, alcohol,H2O2,furacin spray.

Clients with horses in training will be awarded a 1 hour lesson per week. Any lessons above and beyond the 1 hour will be charged at a rate of $50.00 per hour. Lessons scheduled and missed without prior notification (24 hours) cannot be made up. Lessons missed (with notice) must be made up within a month scheduled with Sherrye.

For MeQHA Pine Tree Classic, Firecracker Circuit and Horse-A-Rama shows at Skowhegan the daily show prep fees for horses in training at Sable Oak are $60.00 per day ($75 for outside horses) for each day the horse is at the show (does not include travel days). This is applicable when there are six or more horses. This cost covers coaching, show preparation, clipping, bathing, fans, stall lights, saddle and bridle racks, supplies such as shampoo, oil, and coat sprays. etc., and camping hook-up/hotel fees for Sable Oak.
The fee for coaching, show prep, and supplies for all other shows will be $500.00/day to be split among the exhibitors. Any cost to Sherrye for accommodations and meals will also be split among the exhibitors.
Banding for inside horses $10.00, outside horses $25.00.
Braiding for inside horses $20.00, outside horses $40.00.
Clipping for outside horses $40.00.
Clients are responsible for their own stall and bedding charges at a show, as well as their share of the use of tack stalls.
Clients are responsible for all entry fees or other show related charges including but not limited to office fees and drug testing fees.
Showing of clients horses at $30.00 per class, outside horses $50.00 per class. Owner is to pay entry fee.
Fees for showing futurities or stakes classes shall be negotiated.
Clothing and show equipment (such as pads, bridles, reins, etc.) will be available to clients for a fee.

ADDITONAL CHARGES NOT INCLUDED IN MONTHLY TRAINING FEE

Feed Supplements. (Fastrack, Nu-Flex, Nu-Image, Nu-Hoof) Select 1 or 2 will be provided free of charge. Any additional supplements as requested by owner shall be added to the monthly bill unless provided by the owner.

Medications such as bute, banamine, penicillin, laser treatment, magnetic treatment, rotational worming every eight weeks. These items will be billed at our cost when not given

Laundering and repairs to blankets, sheets, leg wraps, etc.

Farrier, Veterinarian, massage, chiropractic and show fees are due when services are rendered.

Horses that are injured or ill must still be cared for. The trainer rate of $33.70/day will remain in effect.

Body clipping at $250.00

Dye = cost of dye plus time at $30/hour.

TRAIL RIDES, weekend or day excursions; can be scheduled away from Sable Oak for a daily fee and mileage.

CONSULTING AND/OR APPRAISALS: To be determined in advance. In house appraisals (horses brought to Sable Oak) will be $75/hour and off site will be based on the hour and travel time required.

SHOW AND TRAVEL EXPENSES: (Expenses will be compiled and presented under separate invoice and will be due upon receipt)

Due to the increasing costs of fuel, maintenance and insurance, we will be raising the per mile rates for trailering services as follows:

1-2 horses = $2.65 per mile per horse

3-4 horses = $1.95 per mile per horse

5-6 horses = $1.15 per mile per horse

All prices at subject to change