Built on Feel. Backed by Experience. Proven in the Pen.
Cutting & Cow
Horse Training
At Glen Geddes Training Stables, Glen specialises in developing confident, responsive cutting and cow horses with the athleticism, mindset, and cow sense required for high-level performance.
Success in cutting and cow horse events isn’t just about speed or talent - it’s about feel, timing, balance, and trust. Our program focuses on building strong foundations in softness, body control, and responsiveness before advancing to precision cow work.
From starting young prospects to refining seasoned competitors, each horse is trained as an individual.
Glen prioritises:
Breaking & Training Enquiry.
Feel. Timing. Results.
The Thinking Athlete
Developing the Complete Cow Horse.
Starting Young Prospects.
Young horses in our program are introduced to cattle thoughtfully and progressively. We focus on building confidence and curiosity rather than overwhelming them. Exposure is controlled. Pressure is fair. Progress is steady.
Our goal is to create a young horse that:
- Understands rate and draw to a cow
- Maintains shape and balance in movement
- Develops natural eye and instinct
- Gains confidence without losing softness
The Making of a True Cow Horse.
The foundation begins long before cattle are introduced. Balance, softness, responsiveness, and mental steadiness are established first. When a horse understands its body and trusts its rider, the cow work becomes instinctive rather than forced.
Glen develops horses that:
- Stay low and balanced in the turn
- Read cattle with natural timing
- Stop deep and correct
- Remain mentally quiet under pressure
Cow sense can’t be drilled into a horse; it must be cultivated!
From Foundation to Futurity.
The Difference is in the Feel
Refining the
Finished Horse
Even talented horses need guidance.
For more advanced cutting and cow horses, training focuses on refinement - sharpening timing, improving positioning, strengthening stops, and enhancing overall feel.
Small adjustments make the difference at competition level:
- Cleaner rollbacks
- More controlled rate
- Smoother transitions
- Greater consistency under pressure
Horsemanship First, Performance Second
Performance is the result - horsemanship is the foundation.
Every horse in training is treated as an individual athlete. Their physical development, mindset, and emotional well-being are considered alongside their competitive goals.
Glen believes:
- Pressure should educate, not intimidate
- Consistency builds trust
- Quiet confidence outperforms force
- A thinking horse will always outlast a reactive one
Training for Competition
Preparing a horse for the show pen requires more than skill - it requires composure.
Glen conditions horses not only physically but mentally for the demands of competition. Exposure to varied cattle environments and situations builds resilience and adaptability.
The Rider Matters Too
Great cow horses are built in partnership.
Glen works with owners and riders to improve feel, timing, and confidence.
Understanding cattle movement, body positioning, and rate control is essential for success in cutting and cow horse events.
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Testimonial.
Glen has an exceptional feel for horses and cattle. His ability to read a horse, build confidence, and develop true cow sense is second to none. The progress we’ve seen in such a short time speaks volumes about his experience and quiet, consistent approach. Highly recommend to anyone serious about developing a quality cow horse - Michelle G
Glen Geddes
Precision. Instinct. Performance.
Glen brings a lifetime of hands-on horsemanship to Glen Geddes Training Stables. With decades immersed in the cutting horse industry, he has developed a deep understanding of cattle, feel, and performance.
Having proudly represented Australia in the cutting pen, Glen combines high-level competitive experience with practical, foundational training - developing horses that are confident, athletic, and dependable when it matters most.
Why Choose Glen?
At Glen Geddes Training Stables, experience meets feel, and foundations create performance. With a lifetime dedicated to cutting and cow horse - including representing Australia in the pen - Glen brings proven knowledge, patience, and precision to every horse he trains.
Lifetime experience in cutting and cow horses
Decades immersed in cutting and cow horses, building knowledge that only time in the saddle can teach.
Represented Australia in the cutting pen
Proudly represented Australia in the cutting pen, bringing high-level competition insight to every horse trained.
Strong foundations before performance
Balance, softness, and responsiveness are established first - performance is built from there.
Calm, consistent training approach
Pressure is fair, progress is steady, and confidence is never sacrificed for speed.
Develops thinking, confident horses
Horses are trained to read cattle, stay mentally quiet, and work with their rider.
Programs tailored to suit every level
From young prospects to seasoned competitors, programs are tailored to suit your goals.
Glen's Non-Negotiables
Rush young horses before they’re ready
Development is timed to the horse, not the calendar.
Sacrifice foundation for fast results
Solid basics always come before performance polish.
Train with fear or intimidation
Respect and clarity create better long-term results.
Overface horses mentally or physically
Confidence is protected at every stage of training.
Cut corners in preparation
Preparation is thorough, consistent, and deliberate.
Compromise on horsemanship principles
Feel, timing, and integrity are never negotiable.
Because shortcuts don’t create great cow horses - foundations do.
A Lifelong Respect for the Quarter Horse
Built on Heart.
Driven by Cow Sense.
There’s something about a Quarter Horse that gets under your skin and stays there. For Glen, it’s not just the athleticism - it’s the mind. The way a good one can lock onto a cow, drop low, and move with that natural instinct and heart is something he’s respected his entire life. He admires their intelligence, their honesty, and their willingness to try when the job gets tough.
Over the years, that respect has only deepened. Quarter Horses aren’t just performance athletes to Glen - they’re partners. Their versatility, strength, and cow sense make them unmatched in the pen, but it’s their trainability and loyalty that truly stand out. Developing a Quarter Horse to reach its full potential isn’t just work for Glen - it’s a lifelong passion grounded in appreciation for the breed and what it represents.
Natural Cow Sense
A good Cow Horse doesn’t just chase cattle, it reads them. That instinctive ability to track, rate, and react is what separates the great ones from the rest.
Explosive Athleticism
Low to the ground, powerful through the hindquarters, and lightning quick across a turn - they’re built for the job.
Trainable Minds
Willing, intelligent, and responsive. A quality Cow Horse wants to understand and work with you, not against you.
Versatility & Heart
From the paddock to the show pen, they carry strength, stamina, and grit. They show up when it counts.
At the Heart
of It All...
Every horse is a good horse - no matter the colour, breeding, or background. What matters most is understanding them, developing them correctly, and allowing them to succeed.
Glen’s goal isn’t just to train horses, it’s to help you love riding. When a horse is confident, balanced, and thinking clearly, the partnership feels easy. And that’s where the real reward is - enjoying the ride.
Contact Glen.
Whatever your level, Glen trains to suit you and your horse. From building foundations to preparing for competition, every program is tailored to support your goals.
Contact us today to discuss how we can help you move forward with confidence.
Every Horse.
Every Rider.
No shortcuts. No compromise.
Every horse is different. Every rider is different. That’s why no two training programs are the same.
Glen works with you - understanding your goals, your experience level, and your horse’s individual needs. Whether you’re building confidence, refining performance, or just wanting to enjoy your time in the saddle more, the journey is tailored to suit you both.
Because progress looks different for everyone - and that’s exactly how it should be.
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