The Primary Responsibilities Of A Racehorse Trainer

By Lena Stephenson


Horses are dependable and loyal animals that have been the companion of man in doing strenuous work or traveling to distant places. They have been around the property of man and coexisting with humanity since the old times. In the past, they have been used as battle allies in wars among different kingdoms.

Horses are fast and can make human work a lot faster when they are around especially when it comes to transporting heavy things. They are even trained for racing which is one of the oldest pastimes of Westerners. It is a huge challenge for a racehorse trainer to tame, take care, establish connection, and train this animal.

Basically, the task of the trainer is to supervise the needs of the horse. They are there to oversee the caretakers and recommend the right diet for the horses so that they can be in good condition. They also have techniques to make them exercise and practice to run faster.

Most of these trainers are believed to be horse whisperers. It is incredible how they can actually make these animals follow them and be loyal to them. They are also responsible in keeping these animals healthy making sure that they get veterinary attention when needed. It helps if the trainer is an experienced veterinarian as well but this is not necessary.

In addition, they make sure that the equine is in perfect condition prior to any race activities. It helps if they are familiar with the anatomy of the equine so that they will have an idea how to immediately respond if there are unexpected falls. In emergency scenarios, they must also know how to do first aid to the horse.

Any problem or progress that the equine is undergoing must be reported to the owners. This is also one of the responsibilities of a trainer. He or she must make sure that the owners are updated. They are the ones who provide the needs and financial support. Another thing to consider is to make sure the equine is sociable.

The importance of socializing them is that this will allow them to be comfortable in crowded places. The tracks are surrounded with hundreds or even thousands of spectators, so they should not be wary of humans and other equines. These animals can get really stressed and the trainer must be aware of that more than anything else.

There are needed certifications in the field of horse training. The government makes sure the animals are handled with care accordingly. If the training professionals are not certified and do not have the license, they will not be allowed to continue even if they have a gift of horse whispering. Certifications will also make the fee higher so it is also beneficial to get a certification and a license.

To become adept in this business, there is a need to educate oneself and to have a positive outlook. They say that positivity will radiate to the animal. Above all, one must have a passion for animals. This will create a magical connection between the trainer and the equine.




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