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MEET THE TEAM

Chloe Keith

Chloe has spent over 20 years around horses, from riding the California coast to training with NRCHA pro Erin Taormino in Texas. With bachelor’s degrees in Natural Horsemanship and Psychology, she combines proven training philosophies with a deep understanding of how horses think and feel. Her experience spans backcountry packing, equine health, and starting young horses—always with a focus on building trust, keeping things safe, and creating true partnership.

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Chloe's love of horses started early, working alongside her grandfather on the family ranch. As a teen, she taught lessons, rode wherever she could, and eventually worked with more than 100 horses at the Alisal Guest Ranch, learning to rope and work cattle. At the University of Montana Western, she refined her skills in the Natural Horsemanship program inspired by Tom & Bill Dorrance and Ray Hunt—earning 4th place and the Best Horseman Award in the Colt Challenge. She’s since packed in the backcountry with the U.S. Forest Service, deepened her knowledge at SLO Equine, and trained under top professionals. Whether starting a young horse, helping a rider feel more confident, or improving a partnership, she brings patience, clarity, and a genuine love for the work.

Chloe specializes in:

  • Behavioral Issues

  • Trailer Loading Training

  • Lessons

  • Tune Ups

  • Trail Riding Training

  • Ground work/ Manners Training

  • Colt Starting

Contact

1275 Corbett Canyon Road
Arroyo Grande, CA 93420

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