Sport Equine

What buyers have to say:

Hi Debbie!
I just wanted you to know that Reasonable (we are calling her "Easy") arrived last Fri safe and sound. She is settling in nicely and Kate was able to ride her today. She was very well behaved, and we are all excited at the potential that shines in her. Thank you for the opportunity to own this wonderful mare, and for representing her so well.  She is everything we had hoped for!  Thanks again!
Gretchen  Dec 2011

Good morning, Debbie,
We wanted to get in touch with you and tell you how LaNoche is doing.  He is such a sweetheart and we love him so much.  He is well-mannered, well-trained, and very calm.  He doesn't spook at anything, just gives a little snort.  He is very affectionate.  He follows me around when I am cleaning and stands very close to me.  We are so happy you found him and allowed us to buy him.
-Diane Hedstrom Nov '11

I just wanted to give you another update on Sydney, the NZ Thoroughbred that I bought from you in the summer.  First of all, I am absolutely in love with this boy.  He is such a hard worker and a real sweetheart to work with.  We've been enjoying regular dressage lessons all summer and are moving along well.  I took Sydney to a local Ride-a-Test event over the weekend and he did a fabulous job.  If you'd like to see photos and video of our ride, you can check out my blog at this link http://www.bakersfielddressage.com/1/post/2011/10/ride-a-test1.html.  Here is a photo of our ride. Many Thanks,

Dear Debbie,
I want to thank you so much for making the purchase of Galeno such a positive experience.  Finding the right horse can be a complicated and complex process and my situation was probably not typical, which is why I feel fortunate to have worked with you.  I truly appreciate your efforts to ensure that Galeno and I were a good match. It was very clear that making sure we were a good fit was your first priority.  And, even though I had my trainers there, your expertise and open and honest communication helped to ensure that my decision to buy him was the right decision.  From the first trial ride through the vet check, you were amazing to work with.  I can't tell you how happy I am to have Galeno as my partner. I can honestly say there has not been one surprise since bringing him home. It's clear by his wonderful attitude and his ability to gain trust in me fairly quickly that he has been given every opportunity to be successful and that he has been treated fairly and with the utmost respect. He is truly a gem.    
Best regards, Mar 2011
Sharl Talan

Hi Debbie, I just wanted to connect back with you and thank you for making the process of buying Tanqueray so easy and enjoyable. I am so happy with Tanq and he has settled in nicely at his new home in Woodside. He's really a magnificent horse and gets ooo's and ahhh's everywhere we go, not to mention tons of compliments about what a sweetheart he is from the other boarders. We took our first trip to the horsepark this morning! He was a superstar about loading right into the trailer. And he was perfection on the cross country course! He loves the water and didn't even hesitate about going down banks or over ditches (my last horse's phobias) and is so honest and willing. He will make an incredible eventer! :) My mom comes to the barn during the day while I am at work to turn him out and she is quickly falling in love with Tanq. She is interested in getting back into riding and were both so impressed with you, your honesty, your facility and your horses. We will certainly call you first when she is ready to buy a horse and see what you have :) Thank you again, Debbie. I absolutely love him and you can rest assured he will be completely spoiled for his entire life.  Sarah Platshon Jul/2011

Hi Debbie,
I just wanted to give you a bit of a follow-up regarding Sydney.  He is doing very well and I am delighted to have him in my barn.  He gets along with everyone and seems happy to be doted on.  We have had four lessons over the last two weeks, and are doing well.  My Coach thinks he's great, and a new trainer that I am using thinks I'll be able to move up quickly with him.  He has behaved himself like a real gentleman each time I've trailered out for a lesson. Thank you so much for showing Sydney to me.  I'll be sure to keep you posted and let you know how we do at our first show, hopefully in August.  June 2011
Karen Sweaney

Thanks Debbie!  You did a wonderful job matching me with what I wanted in a horse. He is much fancier than anything I could have afforded.  You have a wonderful ability to quickly judge my riding skills and pair them with one of your donated horses that will complement my approach.  I'm lucky to have found you, so many people would have sold Dolche for as much as they could, but you were more interested in the right home. Thank you he was a wonderful gift and I like him very much!   Happy horse and owner, Kimberly and Dolche, Fresno, Ca 6/25/11

Hi Debbie, "She's (Lunar Eclipse) doing great!! Shes happy and loves her new home. She is living in a pasture with 4 other horses and is loving it! There is a possibility for me to go to Virginia for a month in the summer to ride with Laine Ashker!! and if i go i will be taking luna!! If she is ready, hopefully i will be taking her BN at Woodside in May. She is the horse of my dreams!!" Hope Chavez 1/12/11

Benraz was trained at Sport Equine over the summer after a couple idle years in pasture.  He had a fun, adventurous, eager to learn personality and responded rapidly to his re-training as most horses do here.  He was sold to Thomas Jenkins, who planned on using him for endurance riding. Here's what Tom had to say after his first competition with Benraz,  "I took Raz to the Death Valley Warm up endurance ride this past weekend for not only his first camping trip at the trailer but his first endurance ride. Benraz went through the ride with flying colors completing his first 100 miles. We are absolutely excited about how Benraz went down the trail and how well he camped with other horses. Thank you so much for a great match." Congratulations Thomas and Benraz! 8/2010

"Dear Debbie Davis and Sport Equine,

On behalf of the Greater Bay Area Make-A-Wish Foundation I'd like to thank you for your profound efforts in granting Tara's wish to have a Horse. Your generous contribution of time, energy, heart and unique training experience allowed our wish dollars to go further in granting a wonderful experience to a special child. You truly went above and beyone to make this wish magical for Tara. Because of you, Tara's wish came true - far beyond her wildest dreams! You have provided Tara with memories that will last her a lifetime. Most importantly, we'd like to extend our extreme gratitude to everyone in your staff and the vetrinarians you recommended who demonstrated so much kindness and compassion towards our Wish Family. You truly have made a difference in the lives of Tara and her family!" Linda De La Torre, Program Director April 7, 2010

"We want you to know how much your generousity with the Make-A-Wish Foundation and Tara have meant to Tara.  Suffice it to say, Walkabout has changed Tara's whole outlook, she loves him and working with him so much!  It is a real pleasure to see happiness in her eyes and strength in her body again.  This could not have happened without you. Walkabout is such a good match for Tara, they are growing as a pair every time she rides.  I think your insight into what he has to offer and how that was a good match for both him and Tara, has really set them in the right direction.  You would be so happy to see how well they work together these days.  She looks so strong and solid on him, and is working hard preparing him for USPC Western Championships First Level Dressage, we're hoping you might be around for that event.  Everyone comments how beautiful he is, what great motion he has, and how good she looks on him.  Not only that, he so gentle and so obviously loves her (and she loves him), they are a great pair. I want you to know that from the first time we spoke, I could tell that you really care about your horses, what they have to offer, and what we were looking for.  Once you found out about Tara's battle with cancer and chemotherapy, and that we were looking for someone willing to work with the Make-A-Wish Foundation, your heartfelt caring made everyone involved feel good.  All the effort you put out making this happen is truly appreciated.  Not only did you juggle veterinarians, but your loan of equipment to get started with a larger horse than our last one really saved the day." Christopher Davis 5'10

"Hi Debbie, I just wanted to let you know that Victor is doing really well. I am very thankful for the opportunity to own such a quality horse and can't wait to see where we go together! I know he will be the talk of the driving and dressage club here :) You were very accommodating and I was so appreciative that you worked with me in payments for Vic! I can't wait to start dressage lessons/showing on him and eventually maybe a low level event! Thanks again, Amanda Carroll" 9'10

 "Hi Debbie, I'm so happy with (Frenchie), the more I get to know him the better I like him and his personality.  I love riding him! His gaits are so consistent and smooth and he listens well to every que. I could not have asked for a better horse Debbie and he still has his whole life ahead of him! Thank you so much for training such great horses, I literally looked at 30 horses before I found Frenchie and he is definitely worth the search. I plan on owning him the rest of his life, just like the older horse I have now which I've owned since he was 10. When the time comes that I need another, I will definitely come to you and I recommend you to anyone else looking for the "perfect" horse." Lindsay Bogey April '10

"Debbie, I love Links a lot because he just tries his heart out! Ive only had him for a couple of weeks and he just tries to do what i want and he just is a big puppy dog.  We took him for his first cross country schooling last weekend and he exceeded our expectations." Lauren Sutkus June '10 

"Dear Debbie, Tango is such a kind horse. i clipped him and he just stood there. i rode him and he was so easy. I have only had him a day in a half and he is awsome. i love this horse and thank you very much for helping me out. He is awsome and will have a forever home with me. Love ya and thank you again, Dawn Clancy" March '10

"Hi Debbie, Just wanted to thank you so very much for all your help in  selling my two boys. …It has been a pleasure to deal with someone who is such a professional…
 Finding good homes for my two horses meant a lot to me and my family. Now they can continue their carriers for they are so young and have a life of accomplishments.
  Thank you so much…..Joanne Riggs" March '10

"Debbie  THANK YOU so much for putting up with me and all my questions etc.  I have learned alot in the last month about trying to buy a horse sight unseen.  Thanks again for everything."         ~Holly Momberger, March '10

  "Hi Debbie, I came down to your place in October, 2009 with my sister and I bought two horses from you; Pure Justice, and Webster.  I just wanted to touch base with you and let you know that I am extremely happy with my purchases, so thank you!  I absolutely LOVE Pure Justice, who I now call P.J.  He's fabulous and I really am excited about showing him this spring.  He's doing great and I'm planning on taking him Beg. Novice in May at a horse trial." Kelsey Kristosik, Inavale Farm Feb '10 

 "Debbie, Thanks again so much for everything!!  Natalie is so happy to have found Little Bit…..she can’t stop smiling!!  We will be sure to come to you when Natalie  is ready for her next horse!  I appreciate everything you did for us .. especially your time J  Thanks, you were wonderful!!!  I have attached some pics of Natalie’s first ride today at our house …they both did great!  It is good to see her confident J " ~Stacy Anselmo, Feb. '10

 "Hi Debbie! Reba is doing GREAT! I'm so thankful for her =) I've already taken her to 2 sorting jackpot's and she did very well and today i took her a ranch versatality show and she was a pro =) she worked cows and ran them down the fence and i also roped off her(well we roped a dummy, haha) but she didnt mind the rope and she was awesome doing the reining pattern. Im so happy i have her =] Thank you once again!" -Alyssa Reich Nov '09

  "Debbie- Thank you so much for working with me & allowing me to own the horse of my dreams. I really appreciate it & will do my best to make you proud at next years Queen Competitions" Brittany Hart, October'09 

  "Dear Debbie I just want you to know that I adore Vanessa.   She is a fast learner and I truly enjoy riding her.We are doing all the training level patterns plus some other excercises.  I really love her." ~Jane Kiley 8'09

 We are super, super happy with him.  Mark had a lesson today.  It was pretty windy, and there were four other riders, all with thoroughbreds or arabians.  Stoney was a champ -- forward, but not spooky and very, very, very generous with Mark.  He's settling in nicely.  Mark's instructor rode him on Friday, the day after his arrival.  She actually wrote up a note, which began by "what a lovely boy :)...he was quite a gentleman...nice gaits, easy transitions, no spooks, nada."  ~Tracy Murray

  "Consider D' Lizza sold! She is the horse I was looking for. She is personable, beautiful, sensative, willing and very talented. She is a joy to ride. Thank you for her.  Wendy" 

 "Debbie is a wonderful horsewoman who also happens to listen to her clients!  I was very impressed with her facilities.  From the first e-mail to my visit, Debbie was professional and supportive every step of the way.  She took an entire day to devote to me and had several horses ready for me to ride!  When I am ready to step up to a higher level horse she will be my first stop!  I highly reccommend her!" Sandra Magallanes      

 " just wanted to say thank you again for your generosity in regard to Super Image. He is really a neat horse, my daughter thinks he is soooo cool!! You were absolutely right about him, he really wants to please and he loves attention. He did really well when I rode him for the first time at home, he tries so hard and he is a fast learner. We decided to name him "CHANCE" because he has been give a chance at a new life with our family. Thank you again, it is so nice to meet "honest" people …” Steve

"I have purchased a  registered American Warmblood, 3 3/4 yrs old and absolutely amazing. His name is Brave hearts Red Barron.  He moves with this huge floating on air trot, canter, big walk.  I got him from a lady in Clovis, Debbie Davis, whom I highly recommend. I explained to her what I  wanted and my experience level she had exactly what  I was looking for.  She is very well known and does very well on her horses. A lot of people know of her and buy horses from her. In fact when I was there Suzanna Holder  from shiloh west was there looking at a horse, her client ended up buying. (Debbie) is an eventer but  knows all disipines and riders needs. Doesn;t matter what level you ride she will find the perfect match for both the horse and rider.  I strongly recommend her. ...if she doesn't have what your looking for call her because she has horses not listed, horses coming in all the time,  she'll know someone , or she will find it."  ~Brook Morrison

Don’t think I’ve forgotten to update you on Maggie.  She and I are bonding well. She is a great girl, smart and has a wonderful personality, very willing and she works hard. I just love her so much and our communication in riding is starting to happen in a more consistent manner. She is known as the princess around the barn, because she’s so pretty. Thanks again for a wonderful companion and partner.~Kathy Misak Nov '09

 "Paco is fantastic and so well trained. The process of purchasing was extremely easy, and very pleasant! Debbie was always honest, and whatever she told me was followed through and correct! Paco is everything she said he was, and has been brought up so nicely, I know he will develop into a great event horse! We are a great match..." Shira Ribibo 11'09

"Pecan has been a true blessing. she is a patient teacher, a reliable partner with a mind of an angel. Sonja Beffort"