Testimonials

Please read what other people have to say ...
- about boarding at Black Lightning Horses Inc.
- about our sale horses
- about our shows

 

... about boarding at Black Lightning Horses Inc.

 

Two and a half years ago I made the difficult decision to leave a boarding facility and coach I had been with for ten years. The decision was not made due to any issues with the former facility, but my needs had changed and it was time to make a move. I wanted a private facility with strong barn management expertise, in reasonable close proximity to my home at a price within my budget. Impossible you say, well I found one.

Black Lightning Horses Inc. owned and operated by Petra Buttner.

Petra not only has proven to be an exceptionally competent Coach, trainer, rider and barn manager, she is also a fully trained homeopath practitioner. Petra brings endless energy, consistent care and maintains a pristine barn and grounds, constantly working to improve and develop her equestrian facility. I have personally improved my riding and equine handling skills under her tutoring and my horse, (now I have two) has coped with allergies under her care without the need for steroids. Petra has been both a mentor and friend.
My husband and I are now about to realise our dream, we have purchased a property large enough to house a barn and bring our horses home. Shortly, we will be leaving Black Lightning Horses Inc. to commence a new and exciting lifestyle. I know I will be able to depend on Petra to provide us with her professional support and I hope we will be able to continue to learn to develop both our riding and management skills through our continued association.

Carl and Janet Feairs would like to thank Petra and sincerely wish the best to the continued development of Black Lightning Horses Inc.

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I have been riding at Blacklighting Horses for 1 1/2 years now. I feel like I've come home. From the moment I came, Petra has always made me feel welcome. I am an adult rider who started riding late in life. I've learned so much since I started riding at Blacklightning. Petra's teaching methods are pratical, methodical and educational. We never move up to the next level until she's sure I really understand and can apply what I've learned. I never feel overwhelmed or that I'm moving too quickly. Even when I'm not in a lesson, Petra is always makes herself available if I need help. All I have to do is ask!!! Petra is a top notch coach. I believe that Blacklighting is among the best facilities around. The indoor arena is well maintained and is always kept clean. The outdoor dressage and jumping rings are great. I never feel cramped in any of the arenas, even when there are other riders in the arena with me. The barn always smells clean. There is always plenty of straw and shavings in the stalls so the horses are nice and comfortable. Petra has a no nonsense approach to caring for horses and has an eagle eye when it comes to ensuring everyone is healthy and happy. It always amazes me when new horses move into our barn, the first thing their owners tell me is how they've seen a big improvement in their horses general well being, and that's only after they've been there a couple of days!!! The horses go out nice and early and are out all day. I believe this is one of the reasons why the horses are so content. They are allowed to be horses!!! I love the hacking. I can take my horse out for a hack for an hour just walking around all the fields!!! Being at Blacklighting has been one of the best experiences of my life. It's worth the 45 minute drive to get there!!!!
Judy L.

 

 

... about horses we sold

Dear Petra and everybody else at Black Lightning Horses,
Hope has been absolutely wonderful these past two weeks, she is the smartest and sweetest horse I have ever worked with. She is just great, she is now going walk, trot, canter and trot poles under saddle. I have also free jumped her once and she shows a lot of potential as a large pony hunter. I am so glad I bought her, she has been perfect. She has been so good that I invited one of my friends from showing out to give her a try. As we were tacking up, somebody got in a car accident across the road, we decided that we would ride her anyway and see how she would react to the commotion, she was great. Helicoptors, ambulances, police and fire trucks all came with sirens and flashing lights. Hope couldn't have cared less. She is showing unbelievable talent and potential. Thank you for starting her right, she has excellent ground manners and has total trust in people, and I know that is from you, it has made my time with her so much easier. I will keep you informed as her training develops.
Thank you, Laina L.

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Hi Petra,
It's funny you contacted me today- I was saying to Eddo this morning, as I watched him ride Levon- "I wish Petra could see how well he is going."  Levon is really doing well- confident, happy in his work, we are getting him very relaxed and lifting and swinging through his back- it's wonderful.  His gaits are much better than we first thought.  It's exciting to see all the potential.  He is so lovely.  I adore him, and he loves me- gets quite jealous at times.  He is looking very good, more handsome everyday.  It might surprise you to hear that he has turned into a bit of a bully in the yard- nothing bad, but he gets what he wants when he wants (mostly the hay pile of his choice), and he LOVES the mare he goes out with.  She loves him too- at certain times of the month.  I am very happy with him, and he seems very pleased with his life here. 
all the best, Anne-Marie K.
PS- Levon says 'neigh'  

... about our shows

 

Read the article in the Wellington Advertiser on August 12, 2005 about our shows.

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Hi Petra,
I just wanted to offer a big "thank you" for organizing and hosting such a wonderful show on Sunday. It was my first time going to a Combined Show and I really enjoyed the welcoming atmosphere at your farm. I also really appreciated that there were ribbon ceremonies for each class [this is something my CADORA group doesn't generally do]. As a rider, it really meant a lot to me to shake hands with the judge and take part in a victory lap. I think even my horse enjoyed that part too! Anyway, many thanks for opening your farm and putting on such a great show.
Best regards, Sandra F.

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