Sarah McKibben

How To Make A Cadillac Horse

April 26, 2022
Have you ever wished you could find your dream horse while also supporting talented female trainers?  Thanks to Cowgirl Cadillacs, you can do exactly that. Western powerhouses Ike and Ryan Sankey constructed the elite sale that is exclusively from ladies, for ladies.  Held at the most exquisite venue, Rancho de los Caballeros in Wickenburg, Arizona,...

On The Cover: Sarah McKibben And Cadbury

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April 19, 2022
COWGIRL caught up with three of the best female horse trainers in the business to talk about what it takes to build a Cadillac horse. As the Wild West as we know it continues to expand, so does the need for super gentle horses that are turn-key, bombproof, and come calling at the very sound of your...

Meet The Featured Consignors At Cowgirl Cadillacs

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January 6, 2021
Cowgirl Cadillacs Horse Sale is fast approaching and we are getting excited! Horsewomen Christina Tift and Sarah McKibben will be the featured consignors at this year’s sale. These ladies and their gentle, well-broke horses will be featured at Cowgirl Cadillacs Horse Sale from Friday, February 19th to Saturday, February 20th, 2021 at Rancho de los Caballeros...

Sarah McKibben, Christina Tift To Consign At Cowgirl Cadillacs

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January 27, 2020
Cowgirl Cadillacs Horse Sale is less than a month away, and the horses and consignors are so excited to show you what they’ve got! You may remember that horsewoman (and former cover cowgirl) Reata Brannaman was included in last year’s consignors, and this year’s list features women just as amazing! Skilled horsewomen Christina Tift and...
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