In this episode of the On The Rail Podcast, we welcome Brooke Dixon, a ranch horse trainer based in Gunnar, Texas at the DG Ranch.

Brooke shares her journey from growing up in Delaware with a horse trainer father to becoming a professional trainer herself. She discusses her training philosophy which emphasizes understanding horses as individuals, ensuring they are confident, and meeting them where they are.

Brooke highlights her transition from all-around horse shows to specializing in ranch riding, giving insights into her training routines, client relationships, and the importance of not putting too much pressure on oneself. She also shares her experiences working alongside her fiancé, Clint Thomas, and their goals for their business, Clint + Brook Performance Horses.

00:47 Meet Brooke: From Delaware to Texas

01:19 Brooke's Early Horse Training Journey

02:35 Supreme Champion: Brooke's Dad's Legacy

06:13 Balancing Sports and Horses

13:12 Training Philosophy and Approach

14:23 The Importance of Slowing Down

28:40 Building a Training Business with Clint

32:41 Navigating Horse Locations

33:22 Building Client-Trainer Relationships

36:49 The Versatility of Ranch Horses

39:28 Breeding and Training Ranch Horses

45:35 Lessons from Training Horses

50:07 Common Mistakes and Misconceptions

58:43 Future Plans and Contact Information