Reviews & References

“Madeline is an experienced, confident, and flexible equestrian professional. She quickly assesses both horse and rider to create the best riding experience for both. She is able to communicate with riders at every level, from greenhorns to Olympic-caliber riders, and provides positive, honest feedback that helps riders develop new skills.

Madeline is an accomplished horsewoman with wisdom and experience beyond her years. She makes the riding experience incredibly enjoyable and treats everyone with kindness and compassion. She keeps the safety of the horses, wranglers, and guests her priority while still balancing fun when appropriate.

I love the ranch and Wyoming, but Madeline made the experience beyond exceptional. She’s a diamond.”

“I am very happy to recommend Maddie. I have had the opportunity to observe her both riding and caring for horses, and I have been consistently impressed with her knowledge, ability, and genuine understanding of horses.

Maddie demonstrates strong horsemanship both in and out of the saddle. She is a capable and thoughtful rider who understands how to communicate with a horse while remaining patient and respectful. She has a good feel for the horse beneath her and is able to adjust her approach based on the individual horse’s needs and temperament.

Her knowledge of horse care is equally impressive. Maddie understands that good horsemanship goes far beyond riding. She is attentive to the day-to-day needs of horses, recognizes when something may be out of the ordinary, and approaches their care with responsibility and compassion.

I believe Maddie would be especially well suited to working with horses intended for family-based homes. She has the ability to evaluate a horse not only for its riding capabilities, but also for its temperament, personality, and suitability for the people who will ultimately own and care for it. She understands the importance of finding the right match between horse and rider.

Based on my observations of Maddie’s riding skills, horse-care knowledge, work ethic, and overall horsemanship, I would feel very comfortable recommending her for all equine activities involving breeding, buying and selling horses, and placing horses into appropriate homes. I believe she would approach each horse with honesty, care, and the horse’s best interests in mind.”

“We are pleased to recommend Madeline Atwell without reservation to anyone considering horse ownership at any stage of life. In 2023, when we were in our early and late 60s, we decided to become horse owners again for the first time since our teens. Maddie provided exactly the calm, knowledgeable guidance we needed, carefully matching us with two gentle horses suited to our abilities.

My husband and I have known Maddie for several years and have seen firsthand her exceptional knowledge, professionalism, and genuine care for horses and their people. She generously shared her expertise on care, tack, farriers, and general horse health. Her veterinary training is evident in the practical advice she provides.

When we found our first two horses were too bonded to be ridden separately, she again helped us work through a solution. Earlier this year, we added a third horse. Maddie provided detailed information on several options and helped us choose the right fit. She also coordinated transportation professionally, keeping us updated with photos and texts throughout the journey.

Today, all three horses have formed a harmonious group, bringing us far more joy than we expected. Whether riding or just watching them graze outside our windows, they enrich our lives every day. We attribute much of that happiness to Maddie’s care.

Beyond her knowledge, Maddie is trustworthy and deeply compassionate. She understands the needs of both horses and their owners. We recommend her enthusiastically and feel fortunate to have benefited from her skill, integrity, and genuine passion for horses.”