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Where Dreams Meet Trails
Reviews & Testimonials
Well done, the step-by-step approach was very effective. Nice low-key atmosphere.
Gale Hayday, Driving 1-Prepping to Hitch Clinic 2025
It was a fantastic clinic! Thank you sponsors for making it possible for such a quality trainer such as Carlo Toews to come so far North in Alberta. Carlo is so great at meeting the mule/horse and handler where they are at to create a safe and positive relationship. Thanks for coming Carlo and Jen!
Petra Shelton, Driving 1-Prepping to Hitch Clinic 2025
“I attended Carlos’s Ranch clinic as a spectator, and thoroughly enjoyed it. The biggest thing I noticed is ,Carlos is very patient and humble! He takes the time to explain things in detail! Because of these traits, Carlos is a very great fit for me! I am planning to take my mare to him in May and do a few private lessons and then jump into one of his clinics in the spring in a small group session!”
June Gagnon, Ranch Horse Clinic 2025
“I’ve been in the horse industry my whole life with varying degrees of how I spent my time with my horses. Entering the last phase of my journey I was keeping an eye out for someone who could do what I no longer was interested in. Being detailed and striving high, my search was rewarded with exactly the right person, Carlos! I watched him at a clinic and was impressed with what I saw. His skill sets and fierce determination sold me. He is the perfect fit for what I was looking for and am grateful. A humble man with integrity and that reveals his true self when working with the horses and or mules. I love his old fashioned and traditional style blended with modern horsemanship. Easy to connect and communicate with, not only does he have the talent to work the equines but also with people. What a bonus! I highly recommend Carlos Toews for any of your horse needs - you won’t be disappointed. Along side, his partner Jen complements the program, as behind every successful man lies a good woman."
Brigitte Bardick, Client since summer 2024
“It was a great clinic. I was able to dig deeper than I ever have before. Thanks Carlo and Jen!"
Jerry Baerg, Ranch Horse Clinic 2025
“Anyone that takes his clinics will walk away with a wealth of knowledge to help their horsemanship skills and progress with a happy horse."
Annie Williams, Client & Friend since 2007
“Carlo did an amazing job last year, with patience and dedication galore to help both 4 and 2 legged participants! Highly recommend him to all! I knew Carlo from years ago when he took the very first Jerry Tindell Clinic we had in Canada and saw him at a few clinics thereafter. He has become a very passionate and skilled trainer and exceptional teacher; much like his mentor."
Marlene Quiring, Horsemanship Clinic Aug 2024
“Deedee is sooo much softer! Her back up is light and responsive, so nice."
Taegen Pomeroy, Horsemanship Clinic Oct 2024
“The trailer loading Carlo did with another students mule really helped me with my horses. Even my old guy is loading and unloading, standing tied at the trailer better."
Martha Wolfe, Trail Riding Clinic Sept 2024
“Absolutely amazing! Thank you Carlo and the team at The Leaning Ladder. We came home from our clinic with a new horse. We are seeing more and more of his potental and I learned so much. The clinic was smaller in numbers and it was perfect. Everyone got quality time and it was set up perfect for horse and owner. I couldn't be happier. Best clinic I have ever been too!"
Rae Elliott, Beginner Horsemanship Clinic Nov 2018
“Thank you Carlo and team. I'm so much more confident and comfortable on Shadow since the clinics this summer. You were a great clinician with a way of making everyone comfortable. Your class sizes are perfect and all questions get answered. I'd send anyone and everyone your way!"
Valerie Rippel, Horsemanship Clinic Series summer 2018
“Ridley and I participated in the Beginner Horsemanship Clinic with carlo, and it was incredible! I highly recommend all equine owners to take Carlo's clinics, specifically this one. There was a nice cross-section of equines, of varying ages and skill levels, so we were all able to see the nuances of each, and watch for body lanuage of horse and trainer, so we can apply these skills to own programs. I'll definately be looking at taking more clinics and lessons with Carlo in the future."
Tiffany Traverse, Beginner Horsemanship Clinic Nov 2018
“Thank you so much Carlo! You gave my mule, Beau, the perfect schooling so that I am able to completely enjoy him on any adventure I wish to take him on. He steps out beautifully and wants to lead, crosses everything and has a lovely trot and flowing lope. Mules are incredible animals and I can not thank you enough for your knowledge and training that you were able to pass onto him. I have received many compliments regarding Beau and I owe it all to you!"
Jennifer Kessler, Training Client 2017
“Great guy, great vision and a wonderful horse person!"
Rena Southwell, Client 2014
"I know Carlo and Jen personally. They are great together. I have learned lots from Carlo and my wife has taken riding lessons from Jen. Can't say enough good things about them."
Mike Flynn, Client since 2014
“Carlo and Jen make this place amazing! They are so welcoming and always there to help you with your horse(s). Carlos' clinics are so different and refreshing you really get to see and learn a lot, in a safe and encouraging atmosphere. Jen gives amazing lessons, they are always fun, positive, and packed full of horsey knowledge. The facility is well maintained. I would definately recommend this facility for anything and everything horse related."
Aly Daniels, Horsemanship Clinics & Lessons summer 2018
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