About Us

Marta and Bob are natural horsemanship trainers specializing in POA Ponies, guided by the teachings of many great horsemen such as Mark Rashid, Tom Dorrance and Ray Hunt. Together, they bring over 65 years of combined experience raising and training horses and ponies. The Yeakey's live on 13 acres in Newaygo County, Michigan, with  five POA ponies, an American Mustang Pony, and three Toy Australian Shepherds. They love working together training ponies, trail riding, camping, and showing at local events throughout Michigan.

Marta has had a lifelong passion for showing horses and started very young in 4-H. Her passion extended into competitions at open shows, EWHA, MAWHC, POAC, Pinto, GLDRA, and Cowboy Challenge, earning multiple championships and overall high-point awards. She also bred and trained the 1988 Pinto Horse Association's Western Pleasure Pony of the Year.

Marta now focuses on raising and training safe, well-rounded ponies for their future homes, incorporating holistic veterinary care and hoof health practices.

In 2013, Bob suffered a stroke that left him with significant physical and speech challenges. Through patience, determination, and the healing power of horses, he has made remarkable progress. Today, he helps Marta train their ponies using gentle, positive methods that rely on communication through their hands, seat, and body—never spurs, whips, or chains.

Together, they believe in low-stress, respectful training that builds trust and confidence in every pony. Their goal is to raise ponies who are not only skilled and versatile but also safe, happy companions for their future families.

Marta and Bob offer a pre-purchase on-site lease and lesson program on the ponies they have for sale. They feel it is in best interest of the pony and the buyer to try before you buy!  

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