Norris Horsemanship
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Amanda Spillers Jordan — Dustin did an awesome job with my Ducky. I couldn't have asked for anything more! I would highly recommend Norris Horsemanship to anyone looking for a trainer, and I am very hard to please. I don't just send my horses to anyone!
Beth Solmson — I would like to publicly thank Norris Horsemanship, Dustin Norris, for starting our 10 year old mare Moon Dancer. Yes, I said 10 years old! She is a very sweet, well mannered and well bred quarter horse mare that has never had a person, saddle or even a blanket on her back! In less than three months Norris Horsemanship has gotten her not just green broke, but ready to be finished! She had her first evaluation with Jossie Neal this morning. Dancer has a great turn and an even better stop. Dancer responded to all of the cues from Jossie's body, no whip and no spurs! She has a smooth trot and a smooth beautiful lope, canter! Molly has a new barrel horse to train and we could not be be happier! I would recommend Norris Horsemanship to anyone looking to break a horse! If you want to bring home a horse that is ready to ride, that's who you should call!
Danielle Clack — Hardworking and honest folks my mare will be going back in the spring! The only trainer I'll ever be using!!!
Lyric Stidman — I want to give a big thanks to Norris Horsemanship they have done an excellent job with my horse. She has came a very long way since she has been there. You have done a great job with her, I really appreciate it!!
Linda Howland Garcia — These people are awesome and easy to work with. They love the animals and they love their work.
Crystal Buffington Green — They took my horse tiny. That was afraid to load and got him loading so easy. Also fixed a few riding issues we had. Love the way they train. Would recommend them to everyone.
Kadi Landry LeBlanc- They are the easiest,funnest,knowledable,courteous and loving folks I have come across in a while in this business . We train ourselves but had a family heirloom that we couldn't be stern enough with . Dustin helped no questions asked . No rude comments or anything like some ppl now a days would do. Got our guy right where we want him and instructed what we may do to keep him from acting up. Not to mention my guy looked like Arnold Schwarzenegger when we picked him up. Very well cared for while their there just like we would at home that helps u be able to relax for sure. Their daughter is so precious I love seeing children at her age being raised up like that it warms my heart. I would definitely love to think of them as friends and see them again sometime . !!
Jeremy L. Sumner- Dustin did a Great job with my horse. Very professional
Billy Cockrel- They took really good care of my horse. Dustin did a great job and uses very humane training techniques that work. I was able to visit during training sessions to see progress and the process. Norris Horsemanship did exactly what I paid for and then some. I'm very happy with the results. Lena went there with very little training and came home completely started, riding, reigning, standing tied, stands to be ferried, accepts bit well, allows bathing (which she was terrified of water hose before), loads and unloads. I'm sure I'm leaving out something, but all the basics. I would recommend Norris Horsemanship!
Jaleina Farrell Dauzat
I highly recommend Norris Horsemanship! They fulfilled everything that I asked of them with a happy confident attitude. They communicate with the owner about everything involving your horse and its training. Great people, that I'm glad to now call my friends.
Tiffany Jonathan Murphy
Good honest family. If anyone has a horse that needs any kind of work I highly recommend them.
Jan-marie Holifield
I have a 3 yo gelding there now. And I am kept well informed of his progress and health. They are exceptional people very honest they don't have a million dollar set up.. but they have something money can't buy and that's the love of horses and training methods that don't break the horses personality.. I can't wait to get my lil man back. And I will be sending another. I highly recommend Norris Horsemanship
Paula Stanford -December 22, 2016 ·
Love this family and love how my horses are developing!!!!!
Tammy Fulmer Sanders
We brought our 3 year old snowflake to Dustin, Tina & Chloe Norris and they done an awesome job. They are kind and respectful of the horses . They truly have a love for the horses. .I would recommend taking your horse to this family . They even call and check on them after they leave their care . they are awesome people . thanks for all you do ..
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I sent both of my horses here for training 90 days .My daughter also took riding lessons . I am very pleased with the whole experience . Mrs.Tina and Mr.dustin communicate awesome ! I received photos ,videos and anytime I asked a question they answered . Mrs Tina got my daughter passed her fears and was a great cheer leader for her ! Thank y'all so much for everything !
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We sent our mare, Dolly, to Dustin and Tina for a tune up. We paid for 30 days originally and then decided to extend for 60. Dolly came back much calmer, desensitized and ready to start hauling to play days! While Dolly was there I went almost every evening and both Dustin and Tina worked with me on my riding skills. If I was unable to go Tina kept me up to date with photos and videos.
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Back story:
Couple years ago my horse & I had an incident about 300 yards from home while crossing a small bridge. To this day I don't know what frightened her but she couldn't overcome her fear. It grew worse everyday. Then we cannot even leave the yard. She had become a danger to me and herself...IF we made it to the bridge at all. The absolute worst case of barn sour I have ever seen. Now don't start thinking that I am not a good rider or that you would show this horse who is boss. I am looking square into the eye of being 70 years old. Don't care how good a rider you are. And if you gotta beat on that horse; you don't need a stick horse. Dustin Norris fixed my horse. He has something about him that horses "connect" to. He is different. I go one day and they are literally playing with each other; at liberty. I go another day and my pony's head is down and soaking wet with sweat. Been working.
Take ya horse to this young fellow. He knows "things". No harsh equipment. No whacking. He can see into their minds. His wife Tina and daughter Chloe are top of the line. Proud to say; my friends
Jennifer Alexis Barkhimer — The experience I had with Norris Horsemanship was superb! I sent two horses to Norris Horsmanship, a 2 y/o filly and a 3 y/o gelding. When they came to pick the filly up you could barely put your hands on her. She was terrified of everything and had never been handled. We had to really work to get her into the trailer. By the time they brought her back I could do anything with her. She flexed, picked up all four feet, took a saddle, backed up, loaded with no problem, an I even jumped right on her and went to riding her with no problem. After Norris Horsemanship, she came home a totally different horse, a horse I could do whatever I wanted to with. As for the gelding, he hadn't known much either. Since we sent him to Norris Horsemanship I can catch him any time and ride him off with no problem. Dustin Norris and Tina Norris use gentle methods that encourages the horse to understand what they're asking, unlike other trainers who choose to terrify a horse to get them to do what they ask. I am very pleased with my experience with Norris Horsemanship, and from now on I would send any of my horses to them. I encourage anyone reading this to do the same. Dustin and Tina are very kind people, and they are very willing to work with you. I can assure that during the time your horse is away, they will be very well taken care of and come back healthy, fit, and ready to go. Don't miss out on Norris Horsemanship!!!
Jennifer Jennings Wall — Very good people. Treated our Cash like he was their own. All we asked for and more than was expected. Will definitely be back!
Michael Brandon Wall — Thanks for the good work. Everything I asked for and more.
Amy Spells — Dustin is an awesome trainer. He took our 2 yr old rescue filly, that had never even been halter broke. Literally she knew nothing, you couldn't even catch her. And after 60 days, she is a different horse!!!! She comes to you, she loads, she ties, she lunges, she will take a bit and drive, she is fine under a saddle. She is not al all spooky, and before she would tear the barn down trying to get away!! She now has manners, and a new attitude !!! He actually takes the time to train them , NOT beat them into submission !!! We just sent down another young one for Mr. Norris to work with , and I am sure we will get the same results .:) I am SOLD WE WILL NEVER USE ANOTHER TRAINER!! I would recommend Mr. Dustin Norris to anyone , not sayin he's a miracle worker but pretty darn close... Thank you Dustin Norris and Tina Black Norris for bringing us back a safe horse we are no longer scared of !!! God bless you, you have a gift!!!
Amy Spells
Camden, Arkansas
Makayla Shows — I bought a horse from Dustin on Saturday, his name is Tank. I think he is going to be a wonderful horse. Dustin was very helpful and even came to my home the next day to give me some riding tips. I am even going to take lessons and possibly board Tank at his place. He is a great trainer and i'm glad I found Tank and him. I've only had Tank for only 2 days and I already love him!!
Jane Nonducor Duco Pierce — Dustin and Tina are great, down to earth folks that are more than willing to work with you and your needs for your horse and they treat them as if they were their own. I took one of my ponies to them who was green and unsure of himself and after spending a couple of weeks, he was SO much quieter and relaxed. On the way up he had been a nervous wreck in the trailer and I had to stop twice to get his front feet out of the tray! on the ride home, you never wouldve known he was back there- not a peep. I highly recommend Norris Horsemanship for all your training needs and I was impressed with their professionalism and the desire to provide quality services.
Robert Strickland — Had a great experience with this family , done wonderful work with the horses , kept me well informed on progress and health of horses, would recommend to anyone!
Alicia Trissler= Took my horse in for a 2 week tune up. Charlie was already broke and trained, but had a few issues. Norris Horsemanship worked him through them. One really nice thing was Dustin did not try to retrain the cues that Charlie already had, just fine tuned them. Thanks for the good care you gave my boy!
Norris Horsemanship does not have a fancy arena or expensive setup. What they do have, is the love of horses, the ability to whisper in their ears and train these beautiful beasts, and the downhome hospitality to treat strangers as long lost friends. My husband and I rescued a beautiful 5 year old gelding that we nursed back to health and sent to several people to be trained with discouraging advice to sell him. We found Dustin and Tina by googling horse training and liked what we saw. We are very pleased with the expertise and professionalism shown to not only us, but our big equine baby as well. Bocephus respected Dustin and did everything asked of him in an effort to please. If you are looking for super nice people with honest work ethics and also treat your animals well, look no further. You've found the best!
Shane and Wendy Dye
Farmerville, La.
Darrell Mckoin
Well if it wasn't for Dustin I would not be riding my horse right now.
I can say I am very impressed with Dustin. Flash has been under several trainers and had some issues with flipping over backwards. He really researches and tries to figure out different solutions to fix the problems. We were glad to see he is really patient and not old school with dealing with horses. I would suggest everyone do their homework when choosing a trainer and choose someone that keeps you up to date on all the work done.Too many trainers just tell you they have done the job but have not. I would highly recommend Dustin as a trainer.
Darrell and Clara McKoin
Mayna Taylor Yancey
Norris Horsemanship is not one of those fancy trainer places, but the one thing they do have is the love for what they do. They truly care about your horse and want to make sure they are successful. They do not “break” the horse they earn trust and give the horse confidence. They have trained 2 of mine, one was most certainly a challenge. They worked to find out what his issues where and were able to work thru them, my Tenn is a new man. They always keep you informed on the progress and when you talk to them it’s like talking to a friend. They have a true love for Horsemanship and the Horse! With them it is not at all about how fast can we get one out and a new one in. May God continue to bless them in all they do.
Sarah Stephens
July 18th 2019
I dropped my mare off for 30 days with Dustin and Tina. I had started her lightly but was having trouble keeping her moving forward consistently. They talked to me in detail about her history and what I was expecting/wanting out of her training. They kept in contact with me the entire time she was there sending updates about anything and everything. My girl came home fat and happy with better ground manners than she left with and a much better understanding of forward! Now I am able to finish her the way I like and we are making progress with our rides! So excited for her future! Thank you!
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They did great work with my big boy. We took Denver to Norris Horsemanship for a 30 day refresher. They took great care of Denver and he came back to us ready to ride.
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Sent my mare in for a 30 day tune up. Very pleased with everything she learned. Great customer service.
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We took our 11 yr old Paso gelding to Dustin for training. Gray had been ridden, but didn’t know anything. All he had ever done was follow another horse. We live too far away to go everyday, but each time we went, we could see a huge improvement. After 60 days, he is a totally different horse. I would whole-heartedly recommend this loving, Christian family to anyone. The welfare & safety of the horse comes first with them, and the training is done with love for the horse. If I ever need a trainer in the future, it will be with Dustin.
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They took great care of our Ace. He was there a lil longer than planned b/c of rain but they were adamant that he wouldn’t leave until they felt he was ready ( which I loved). They knew I wanted him where he needed to be for my experience. They showed me how to work with him on my own once he was back to keep him at his best.
They took time out of their day to explain all that I needed to know I definitely recommend Norris Horsemanship
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This family is awesome to work with. They did an excellent job with my young horse Buddy. They did a great job preparing me and supporting me in my journey learning how to work Buddy and ride.
They know their business. I highly recommend them!
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Absolutely love them! I am here almost daily helping. Dustin has lots of patience and love for the horses. That is the best thing Ilove about working here. The training isn't aggressive violent towards the horse. He actually TRAINS the horse!
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Great place to get a tune up done. Happy with what was accomplished with our gelding.
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Very talented young man. His wife and daughter are great also. Took good care of our horse. My husband and I recommend him for all your horse training needs.
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We love Norris Horsemanship! They are great with my son. He talks non stop about what he has learned at every lesson. He loves it!
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amazing people,caring and loving. Would definitely recommend Dustin and Tina Norris!
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Love you guys!!! They were extraordinarily great with Sandy's hoofs and they have a great way with horses, would recommend them a thousand times!!!
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I signed my daughter up for lessons back in October of 2020. The patience this sweet family has with her and the knowledge they share is top notch. After just a few lessons, I could see so much improvement! She has grown much more comfortable riding and her confidence continues to build each day. They are great with breaking down things in a way she can understand and solve any problems that she faces along the way. She looks forward to every lesson and getting to spend time on “her Diamond”
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If I could rate it 10 stars I would. nothing but great things to say about Dustin, Tina and Chloe. We took all 4 of our horses there and what a world of difference is all I can say. Not only did they get our horse ready for the trails they got my whole family ready for the trails with the hands on lessons as well.
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Dustin and Tina Norris have done an excellent job in training our horses and helping us prepare for trail riding. They have spent countless hours answering questions, demonstrating techniques, and just helping us gain confidence. With their help, our family is now ready for new adventures in horseback riding.
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Carried my 2 year old to Dustin, Tina and Chloe and they did a great job! They are super sweet people and now I call them my friends!!
Great JOB on the horses!!
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Dustin did an awesome job with the mare I took to him. The mare came back a completely different horse. She will now let you catch her and stand still for saddling. She does a good job with reining and stopping now. My 14 year old is very excited about riding her horse now. I would definitely recommend him or bring him another horse to train.
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I took my mare,Kc, to Dustin and Tina for a 2 week tuneup and conditioning and I am thrilled with the results. Kc has never been so responsive and willing. They encouraged me to come ride her as much as possible while she was there. Dustin worked with us both to get us in tune with each other and was very positive and encouraging, making the lessons so much fun. As it turns out, I need more tuning than Kc does so I will be going back for lessons. The most impressive thing to me was their honesty. Unlike most trainers, when u pay for x amount of days, that's what your horse gets. There's none of this deadline stuff with them. Kc stayed longer than the 2 weeks I paid for due to rainout days. Tina was very honest with me and kept me updated with pictures and text. I definitely got my money's worth. I am already planning on sending Dustin another horse very very soon.
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My son has been partaking in horse riding lessons and has learned so much from Dustin, Tina and Chloe Norris. Not only is he becoming quite the horseman but more importantly he gained his confidence back with their help. My son asks everyday if he can go to horse riding lessons. So thankful we found Norris Horsemanship.
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We Norris Horsemanship! They are fantastic with my daughter. She absolutely LOVES coming.
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Norris Horsemanship is truly amazing., honest folks with the utmost respect not only for the customer but for the horses.
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Our yearling received 60 days of foal school and we had a wonderful experience. Not only the care of our horse but the knowledge we received as well was more than expected. Norris Horsemanship gives quality care and training for not only the animal but owner as well. We highly recommend them and will continue to seek their services in the future. Being first time horse owners we started from ground zero and found ourselves seeking help on how to interact with a very young unpredictable horse. After training with Dustin and his family we now we have a well mannered horse that our 9 yr old daughter can easily handle and work with as well as our whole family knows how to continue his training. Thank you Norris Horsemanship!
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Two great instructors that have a passion for what they do!
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We sent both of our horses to Norris Horsemanship for tune ups. They did a great job working with both horses and tailored their training to their specific needs. They were able to accurately assess and fine the holes n their training that needed to be filled in. Dustin’s training was always fair and honest. He has a great understanding of the language of the horse and what needs to be done to help them succeed. They were always quick to respond to any questions or concerns we had. Especially during the first couple weeks after we dropped them off and I was in momma mode worried to death about them and checking on them constantly. We were kept up to date about their progress and made immediately aware any time something of importance happened. Our mare was there almost 90 days due to all the rain this spring, she looked great when we picked her up and every time we visited in between. My daughter took a couple lessons with them on her horse and they were great with knowing when to push her and when to praise her for a job well done. We were very pleased with the work they put into our horses and the progress they made. Even more so we are grateful they treated them as well as we do here at home.
A few more shout outs!!
Misty Tate Bourgeois — Absolutely Amazing!!!!
Riley Spillers — They are real good,sweet people. There's a time to play and a time to be serious. All in all I love them
Kendrick Williams — They are nice
Steven Little — Great young man of God reaching out to help others keep up the good work cuz love you man.
Shannon Radtke-Hautala- Amazing horseman that truly takes the time to understand each horse. His communication style creates a clear trusting relationship and a solid training foundation.
Kathysmith Clack — I love to see the compassion and loving that these horses get...I also see that the horse loves the horseowner when he performs outstanding! Also love seeing teaching the little ones to be cowboys early....#memories for life#nextgeneration
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They are super nice and really care about the horses. He produces good results.
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Best folks to work with class A people service next to none and very family friendly atmosphere go see them you won't be sorry
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5 stars