Laura Mercer
Equine Trainer Extraordinaire
Love &
Compassion
No matter how naughty your horse might seem, I treat every single one of them with empathy and compassion. I do not believe in any harsh training methods. Your best partner is a willing one.
Equine Trainer Extraordinaire
Laura Mercer
A Lifetime of
Experience
I've been falling off of ponies since I was 5. I've been training horses since I was 16. I have trained hundreds and hundreds of horses. I have seen it all and know how to help whatever problem your horse may have.
Equine Trainer Extraordinaire
Laura Mercer
I Deliver
Results
It's no good if I can ride your horse - YOU need to be able to ride your horse! My training packages include my time with your horse and time with me coaching you and your horse. I'm not successful unless I make your partnership with your horse successful!
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About Me
Equine Training & Sales
I have loved horses since I can remember. I realized early on that my calling was to work with them. I never aspired to be a competitive rider, I just cared about communicating with and seeing progress in the horse.
I have been lucky enough to develop a career where I feel like I am helping horses achieve their best life possible. I find solutions to your equine problems so that you and your horse can have a full and happy life together - or to help you meet the partner of your dreams!
I have been training horses for over 10 years and have placed over 200 horses in happy homes.
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2016-Present
CEO, Laura Mercer Equine Trainer
Training, Teaching, Sales
Full service, intensive training of young or inexperienced horses that includes ground work, hacking, jumping, and dressage.
Work with owners of all experience levels on communication with their horse on the ground and under saddle.
Prepare young horses for sale in multiple disciplines.
2012-2015
Born with Wings,
Jumper Barn
Assistant Trainer
Trained closely with Victoria Barlow, groom to Jason Murano, oversaw management for 15 horses, exercised and showed young jumpers-in-training.
2011-2012
Mark Johnson, Trainer
Assistant Trainer
Worked closely with Mark Johnson, famed liberty trainer, to learn natural horsemanship and trick training. Managed a barn of 12, apprenticed with a full-time lesson and training scheduled. Trained 2 mustangs from BLM.
2008-2010
Dream Big Stable
Instructor
Instructor for beginner through advanced lessons program. Coached drill team, jumpers show team. Oversaw care for lesson horses.
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You + Me + Your Horse = Happy!
What People Say
Training
Sales
Laura is outstanding at what she does! My horse has made incredible progress in training and has become very happy in his work. Highly recommend to anyone!!!
Anne Mandel
I bought Obie from Laura as a 6 year old and he has been a dream horse for me. He has such a great attitude and such great manners. I couldn't be happier!
Marge Young
Laura really has a way with the horses - you can see it with every horse she works with. Mine responded really well and after a couple of weeks of ground work, she was a completely different mare under saddle. Training went much faster than expected and am sooo glad I did a month of training board!
Amanda Greenwell
I have had absolutely no problem taking the mare I got from Laura up the levels. She has been so eager to learn and do more at every step. It has been so much easier for me than any of my friends, I've had zero personality problems from her at all!
Carol Duckee
Laura is professional, always on time, and has great communication with me. My horse has been very happy and is much more relaxed and willing after working with Laura. She really helped me learn how to communicate with him and we have made a lot of progress.
Sarah Davis
I love Magic soooo much! He is the best horse in the world! I've only been riding for 2 years but he has taken me hacking everywhere, to a beginner novice event within 6 months of having him. He's been so good and never spooks!
Emma Stone
There are very few words that can do adequate justice in describing how much Laura has helped me grow as a horse owner. With Laura as my guide, I was able to build a concrete foundation in both my riding and my communication with my horse and we were able to transform our relationship.
Olivia Goodman
The horse I bought from Laura has proven to be an excellent trooper! He loads, has perfect manners, jumps logs without hesitating, is light in the bridle and super sweet. I love him!
Martha Lowes
Packages
I'm here to solve your equine problems!
When you are encountering problems, the best course of action is to have a time period of intensive training. The more time you invest up front, the easier it is to figure out the problem, solution, and make progress with the horse. Contact me and we can discuss the right option for you!
My Packages
Equine Training & Sales
Full Board includes blanketing, medication, fly spray, boots, grain twice a day and free access to hay.
There are no additional fees for any services.
I treat your horse like my own and will never overlook a horse's needs based on extra money.
Your horse will be worked with 5 days a week and based on the plan you and I devise, those 5 times will be divided into training sessions and/or lessons.
My Facilities
Equine Training & Sales
I have a 10-stall barn with double doors and windows to the outside.
Training horses stay in individual paddocks with all other horses in view.
I keep all of the horses outside as long as the weather permits. I do blanket changes throughout the day and work with every horse at least 5 days a week.
I am always at the barn, and the horses are always in view.
Contact Me
Equine Training & Sales
Let me know what your problems are, or what kind of horse you are looking for.
We can schedule a 30 minute professional consultation to discuss your needs.
Telphone
301-898-7564
Address
Leonardtown, MD
