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Nyris Sheppard

Aiken,SC

Summary

Hardworking Horse Trainer with 10 years of experience in building the best quarter horses and gaited American standardbred. Successful at monitoring horse health and habit-breaking training. Adept at trauma recovery and preventive equipment maintenance.


A little about myself: I'm a 24 year old male out of Aiken, South Carolina. Being raised around horses, I've had no choice but to grow a passion for these beautiful animals. Every day I'm growing and gaining knew knowledge to add to my tool box of horsemenship skills. I know many things but I'll always be humble enough to learn more from whoever's willing to teach. I love teaching others about the great world of horses. I've touched many hearts and my goal is to touch many more. Being a horse men I've also had to be somewhat of a therapist as well. To myself, the horses, and of course the customers. I'm looking for a team of individuals who will help me reach my goals of all around great horsemen ship!


Thank you for taking the time to read!

Work History

Horse Trainer

Sally’s Horses
08.2023 - Current
  • Managed feeding, rugging and general stable procedures, communicating issues or significant maintenance requirements to management when necessary.
  • Worked with ranch hands to clean stables and riding areas.
  • Provided treatment for minor horse injuries.
  • Maintained animal health records, treating minor injuries and reporting serious injuries to owners for consultation with veterinarians.

Horse Manager

Sheppard’s Stables
05.2023 - Current
  • Maintained equipment and ranch structures.
  • Performed repairs and preventive maintenance on equipment and property.
  • Groomed horses to prepare for exhibitions.
  • Cared for about 30 animals by feeding, watering, vaccinating and assisting with birthing.
  • Assisted laborers by loading and unloading heavy machinery and equipment.
  • Worked with ranch hands to clean stables and riding areas.
  • Kept grounds clean and orderly by monitoring and repairing fences, shoveling snow and removing debris.
  • Completed invoices for bills of lading, sales receipts and supplies.
  • Cleared brush and maintained trails to keep ranch safe and accessible for animals and people.
  • Taught a galore of ranch guests basic horse riding and care techniques.
  • Herded livestock using horses or ranch ATVs.
  • Mended fences in disrepair to prevent livestock from wandering off and to keep predators out.
  • Maintained safety when using equipment and tools by following established precautions.
  • Repaired equipment and animal living spaces.
  • Reported any property damage or concerns to supervisors and completed requested services to resolve.
  • Moved livestock by herding animals to different ranch locations to avoid pasture damage.
  • Fed and watered over 8 SHOW animals according to strict feeding schedules and dietary needs.
  • Worked closely with employees to improve practices, techniques and safety choices, optimizing performance, and minimizing waste.
  • Maintained tidy, clean and well-organized greenhouse for optimal productivity and professionalism.
  • Maintained ranch records and documentation.

Education

High School Diploma -

Hope Academy
Indianapolis, IN
05.2017

Skills

  • Veterinary Care
  • Farm Equipment
  • Dietary Restrictions
  • Stable Maintenance
  • Horse Riding
  • Horse Grooming
  • Basic Animal Care
  • Physical Conditioning
  • Barrel Racing
  • Round Pen Work
  • Maintenance Requirements

Custom

I spend a lot of time in the saddle and I love riding, of course. But honestly majority of my time in the saddle isn't relaxing. I'm always observing, always teaching, always trying to keep the crew/team safe. So when I'm able to go on a nice calm ride by myself, not "babysitting" folks,  as I say, Or with REAL experienced riders that I don't have to worry about... is what I always look forward To. 

Timeline

Horse Trainer

Sally’s Horses
08.2023 - Current

Horse Manager

Sheppard’s Stables
05.2023 - Current

High School Diploma -

Hope Academy

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