Allison Trimble

Be Informed About Water Rights by Allison Trimble   It seems impossible that water availability in the Pacific Northwest is an issue, but it is quite the hot topic. This is particularly important to horse property owners, hobby farms, and commercial farms—all of which require reliable water source to conduct … Read More

Life’s Demands Change Trainer’s Process by Allison Trimble   Colt starting is one of my favorite parts of being a horse trainer. Taking a blank slate young horse and building a foundation for partnership is magical. When I was exclusively a horse trainer, I had time to commit to each … Read More

Coming Out of a Northwest Winter by Allison Trimble   After 16 years living through the transition from Pacific Northwest winter to spring, I think I have the routine down. Beginning in February I start counting the days until daylight savings time, followed by another month or so of waiting … Read More

A Return to Horses Makes Life Better by Allison Trimble   Northwest Horse Source readers will have a lot in common with my friend and client, Dr. Constance Scharff. One of the things I love most about horses is the impact they have on people’s lives. Many people return to … Read More

Know the Realities of Wetlands Regulations by Allison Trimble and Tess Cooper   Most horse property owners in the Pacific Northwest have some familiarity with wetlands. As a Realtor, it’s important to have a team of specialists to help clients through the process of dealing with wetlands issues. I invited … Read More

Horsemanship Skills Come in Handy with Children by Allison Trimble   I try my hardest to write what I know. For many years it seemed all I knew about was horses. I coached many youth clients and enjoyed my role in children’s lives. It was always said to me that … Read More

Making an End-of-Life Plan for Your Horse by Allison Trimble   The hardest thing about loving a horse is the inevitable outcome. I always hope the end will come easily and painlessly, but that is rare. In reality, we are stewards of our animal family and are responsible for their health and … Read More

What to Expect Before You Break Ground on Your Dream Horse Property by Allison Trimble   Now that the property has been identified and the contingency period for feasibility has been satisfied, the site prep and building can begin. Dependent on financing some, all, or none of these things may … Read More

Specific Concerns in Horse Property Purchase by Allison Trimble   Last month’s article gave an overview of what to expect and where to begin before you decide to purchase bare land and build your dream horse property. The next step in the process of building from scratch is selecting and … Read More