Garth Gardiner of Gardiner Quarter Horses

In this episode of The Andersen Show, Crystal sits down with Garth Gardiner—family man, NRCHA judge, and co-founder of Gardiner Quarter Horses alongside his wife, Amanda. Together, the Gardiners have built a program recently acknowledged as NRCHA Million Dollar Breeders, known for producing top notch horses. 

Garth shares his journey of building both a family and a legacy in the horse industry, the values that guide his program, and the lessons he’s learned as a horseman and judge. This conversation is full of insight, authenticity, and inspiration for anyone passionate about horses, family, and faith.

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