Facility: Not sure why it is called English Rose Farm. It should be renamed English Junk Yard…read more There are over ten non-operable vehicles scattered around the property. Parking is a challenge because of all the unmovable vehicles. When you walk into the barn, it isn't any better. Chicken poop is everywhere. Horse tack is lying around on the floor, on the bench, and all over the crosstie area. There are dirty dishes on the table. Food wrappers are on the floor and in the arena. No restroom. However, there is a portable toilet that you must pay to use each month. Each time my children rode a horse, she had to search for the tack because it was rarely in the same place. Instruction and Supervision: The first few lessons were decent. The instructor showed my child how to groom and tack the horse. After the third lesson, the instructor expected my child to retrieve the horse from the pasture, groom, tack, and warm up unsupervised. As the parent, I was expected to help my child get the horse ready.... Not my idea of quality supervision or a safe environment. While my child was grooming the pony, the pony pawed at the floor. The owner/instructor picked up a grooming brush and threw it at the pony. The sudden noise scarred all of us. Then, the owner/instructor picked up a whip and walked toward the pony when it continued to paw. That was enough for me. This was not a positive environment for my child or the pony. When we spoke about the situation, the owner made excuses for her behavior and then got defensive with me. We left and never came back. I would NOT recommend this facility or instructor. There are much better horse-riding/lesson facilities in the area that supervise the children when handling a horse.

If you want to learn to ride horses then Donna's your lady! She makes you feel so comfortable and…read moreSAFE. I started riding at another place and the horses were unpredictable and not very schooled. I didn't feel very safe. The instructors there were quite young although very experienced they were not very thorough and didn't take the time with me that as an adult learning to ride I felt I needed. The horses at English Rose are very sweet and very well behaved. I finally feel that I'm learning how to ride!! The price is great and Donna teaches EVERYTHING you need to know about horses... If you are an experienced rider Donna can make you a better one. She is a veteran In the arena and extremely skilled in the art of dressage. She can teach you? GO!

My barn really enjoys the shows here. The staff is very patient even when my kids are trying to…read morelearn how to do things right and make errors. The facilities are comfortable and you don't have to hike a mile between rings. They may not be the newest thing in town, but they are trying to give folks a comfortable and fun experience.

This was a really nice four day event in April. The weather was perfect, and the grounds are…read morelovely. I like this venue because the walking distances are not too great, and all the rings are nicely sized with very attractive jumps. My favorite part of it is the Sugar Shack, which is a coffee and pastry bar. It has some very special baked goods by Armon, who is a Cordon Bleu trained chef. His special soufflés are incredible! Choose bacon, or artichoke, both are to die for! Armon is so talented! Make sure, if you're in the neighborhood, try the Armon soufflé! Highly recommended!

Title: A Stellar Experience at Badger Creek Veterinarian and Hunter Stallion Station Located in…read moreWilton Ca. Rating: (5/5 stars) As a dedicated pet owner and Equine owner, finding the best veterinarian clinic for my companions has always been a top priority. Fortunately, my quest led me to the exceptional Badger Creek Veterinarian and Hunter Stallion Station, and I can confidently say that it stands out as the best vet office I've ever encountered. From the moment I stepped through their doors, I was warmly greeted by their attentive and friendly staff. Dr. Robert Hunter, the heart and soul of the clinic, exudes a passion for animal care that is evident in every aspect of his practice. His expertise and gentle approach make him the ideal veterinarian for any pet. He took the time to listen to my concerns and answered all my questions, putting my mind at ease about my pet's health. The support team at Badger Creek is second to none. Alturo, Alturo, Felix, Amy, and Cheryl Bellew, among others, work seamlessly together to ensure the clinic runs smoothly. They are knowledgeable, compassionate, and truly love what they do, which shines through in their interactions with both pets and their owners. I felt reassured knowing that my pets were in the hands of such a dedicated and caring crew. The facilities at Badger Creek are immaculate and equipped with the latest technology, showcasing their commitment to providing top-notch medical care. They offer a wide range of services, from routine check-ups to complex surgeries, ensuring that each pet's unique needs are met with the utmost attention and expertise. One particular aspect that sets Badger Creek apart is their emphasis on educating pet owners. Dr. Hunter, Amy, and his team take the time to explain treatments, preventive measures, and proper pet care, empowering owners to be proactive in their pet's well-being. This personalized approach fosters a sense of trust and partnership, making the experience all the more rewarding. On several occasions, I've had to contact the clinic during emergencies, and the staff has always responded promptly and with genuine concern. They prioritize urgent cases and handle them with the highest level of professionalism and care. I cant thank Cheryl Bellew enough~ I am not the easiest customer to deal with as my animals mean more to me than people lol. I tend to panic and Cheryl knows how to calm me down and make me feel confident. In conclusion, Badger Creek Veterinarian and Hunter Stallion Station have exceeded all my expectations for a veterinary clinic. Dr. Robert Hunter and his extraordinary team are the epitome of excellence in animal care. Their compassion, expertise, and genuine love for animals make them an invaluable resource for pet owners in the area. I wholeheartedly recommend Badger Creek to anyone seeking the best possible care for their beloved pets. They truly deserve all the accolades for being the most amazing crew a person could ask for in a veterinary clinic.

Had my first riding lesson on Wednesday and I am absolutely smitten! My trainer Kristin is kind and…read moregreat at giving direction and teaching, and the lesson horse I rode - Soldier - is sweet and patient. He's an gentle soul! If he felt me leaning to far off from center or too far forward he'd stop so I wouldn't fall off. This made me feeling more comfortable with learning to post to trot. Looking forward to my next lesson!

Elk Grove Milling is an excellent company that puts quallity, integrity & research into their…read moreproducts. If you're in the e market for horse feed they are well worth your consideration.

Great service and staff. They know me by name, but then again I come here alot. Very helpful with…read moreall my questions, and requests for information. Product is mostley consistent, and if I ever have had a problem they more than make it right.

Laura is a fantastic, patient instructor. She's incredibly personable, and has a uniquely gifted…read moreway of teaching you how to ride your horse to unlock every bit of potential in the partnership. Cottonwood's facilities are beautiful, clean and well-maintained. There's a comfortable vibe at the farm that puts every one at ease. In five years of taking lessons from Laura, I always look forward to my next visit. Beginner rider, New horse, seasoned rider...you will leave every lesson riding better, feeling more confident and content.

Laura is a great instructor! Kind and compassionate to both students and horses, but has the…read moretechnical expertise and knowledge to help us improve our dressage and horsemanship skills!

My daughter has been taking horse lessons from Saddle Up Sactown for since she was four years old!!…read moreShe has learned so much at a very age appropriate level. Becca and Keith have been exceptional at building her confidence and teaching her how to ride, take care of a horse, tack a horse and even coach a mindful piece of managing your emotions around the horses. Our experience with them has been nothing short of amazing. Second to that, we have participated in their horse camp every summer and it is such a JOY for my daughter. She looks forward to summers with the horses, the craft, fun and unforgettable memories. If you are looking for a place/horse trainer/coach this is 100% the place and we highly recommend it!

Keith and Becca are the best. My 13 year old dtr's horseback riding skills have exponentially…read moreincreased in a few months of private lessons with Keith. They also do summer horse camp for beginners and have a gymkhana team for all skill and age levels too!

**** Child Endangerment**** Gaslighting*** We are no longer…read moreattending. Brittney, the owner, attempted to scare a horse, by slapping it very hard and loudly, that my daughter was escorting out of the barn. My daughter, a beginner and a child, was holding the reins of the horse tightly. Brittney hit the horse from behind, out of sight of my daughter and the trainer. Luckily the horse did not take off running. My child, could have been seriously hurt. This is the first time that I had seen her violently hit a horse. If you have children, please be careful. There are humans that will try to hurt you or retaliate against you via your child. And there are people that will put your child in danger, not care, and attempt to twist the truth. I believe the owner targeted my child because of the Yelp review I did from April 2022. Most horseback riding accident victims are girls between the ages of 10 and 14. This is my daughter's age group. Children do not have the reaction capabilities that adults have. Safety for girls in this age group needs to be taken very seriously. I sent them an email expressing my concern for my child's safety. And instead of apologizing, they decided to lie and gaslight me... Examples of their gaslighting- (Twisting reality) I was told that I wasn't there when it happened and I heard about it from someone else... (The truth) I WAS there. I was THERE. I did not hear about the smack from anyone else. I heard the smack and I heard the trainer immediately ask Brittney, "Did you just smack Misty?" And Brittney said, "Yes, haha! I told you Misty wouldn't do anything." I HEARD that conversation, because I was THERE. Testing the horse's reaction to being loudly hit like that while a child is holding it is unprofessional, irresponsible and disgusting. (Reality) Everyone in the barn looked shocked and looked towards Brittney because the noise (of the hit) was so loud. I SAW that, because I was there. And I looked too. It sounded like a book being dropped. (Denial of reality) They denied that Brittney hit the horse and said it was a "pat." (Reality) It was a very loud smack/hit. (Minimization/confusion) They said I was the only one "expressing extreme concern about a horse being pat." My concern was/is/has been my daughter's safety and her holding a horse that was getting loudly hit. And they said I am at fault for not immediately expressing my concern to the trainer. And I did speak to Brittney after she was done teaching her student. If you bring up any concern to the owner she will yell at you OR flat out gaslight you. And the rider's safety is not always taken into consideration, depending on the student. Some students will be discriminated against. No, I do not recommend this business.

Doesn't respond back. Doesn't answer calls. Unprofessional LLC. Takes your $ and Doesn't try to…read morework with you. Will report to BBB if no response soon.

AFFORDABLE STALLIONS INCLUDING THE $2,000,000 HORSE…read more What's affordable about a $2,000,000 horse? I've been a big fan of horse racing some the 1990s. One aspect that intrigues me is not only the racing, but also the breeding in the thoroughbred industry. As a horse racing gambler I like to use pedigree of a horse as an insight especially big race such as the Kentucky Derby. Not this year but the last two years I bet the correct winner of the Kentucky Derby. What's cool about pedigree also is that when I handicap a horse sometimes I notice that I either bet on that horse's father or mother in the past. This is my second thoroughbred farm I visited in California, but my first in Northern California. I came here three Fridays ago to see three stallions, 2 of them have local ties to Golden Gate Fields Racetrack or Bay Meadows Racetrack. The third is the $2,000,000 horse, which I'll get back to later. When I arrived I was greeted by Jim Daehling the owner of this farm. He took me to a tour of the farm. Besides the horse farm this property inhabits a nursery and winery, which the farm sells grapes to Gallo Winery, to compensate for the horse farm. That's an ingenious approach to make money. As I surveyed the property I was impressed with large yet green pastures. I found out that despite the drought this farm is located near the Consumes River. The underground water from that river makes the land fertile. The main attraction for me was the stallions. This farm has 6 stallions, but I came to see 3. The stallion Peppered Cat ran at Golden Gate Fields where he won his second race, which ended up as his last win in his career. A little history note his father Tabasco Cat won the El Camino Real Derby, a Kentucky Derby prep race when that race was run at Bay Meadows Racetrack but now is run at Golden Gate Fields. He would end up winning two Triple Crown races - Preakness and Belmont Stakes. The stallion Under Caution never ran at either Golden Gate Field or Bay Meadows Racetrack, but his father AP Indy, who was sold at a public auction in Kentucky for $2,900,000, won his second race at Bay Meadows. He would end up winning a Triple Crown race, the Belmont Stakes, and be named Horse of the Year. (The two years that I bet the consecutive winners of the Kentucky Derby was because AP Indy was their grandfather.) The other stallion Gotham City is main reason why I came to visit this farm. Several years ago he was sold at a public auction for $2,000,000 as a racing prospect. His potential was never fully realized as he only ran on two races due to injury. I have visited numerous farms in Kentucky, which is considered the thoroughbred breeding capital in the world due to its million dollar, blue-blooded horses. Some of the stallions I visited in Kentucky are in the pedigrees of the three stallions I came to see at Daehling Ranch. However I didn't know what to expect from these stallions' disposition as I encountered some of relatives. Regarding Peppered Cat I visited his great-grandfather Storm Bird in Kentucky. He was known for his volatile temper and wore a muzzle. I was not allowed to pet him. In fact Peppered Cat's father Tabasco Cat almost killed his trainer when he ran him over. However Peppered Cat was mild manner when I saw him in his stall. With respect to Gotham City I visited his grandfather Halo in Kentucky. He even had a more psychotic temper because he would deliberately try to hurt humans. He definitely was one stallion that I was not allowed to pet though I was able to get close to him. Gotham City's appearance resembles that of Halo. Did Gotham City inherit his grandfather's infamous temper? Surprisingly he did not. I was allowed to pet him. How often do you get to pet a $2,000,000 horse? With Under Caution I visited his father AP Indy when I was in Kentucky. However he's one of the nicest stallions I ever met as likes people however he has a reputation of producing sons who tend to be temperamental. I wouldn't say Under Caution is temperamental but of the three stallions he was the most aggressive as I've seen dents on his fence. The farm's website has pictures of the stallions that reside. Based on the website I didn't think Peppered Cat looked impressive but when I met him he was the best looking of the three stallions I visited. Gotham City, though mild manner, has the most intimidating appearance because he's almost black with that white blaze on his face. The three stallions I visited have blue-blooded pedigrees with a stud fee that is reasonable cheap in the thoroughbred breeding industry. In Kentucky the breeding fees of highly selective stallions can range from $50,000 to $300,000. The breeding fees of the stallion at Daehling Ranch are less than $2,000. If you want to breed your mare to a blue-blooded stallion without "breaking the bank" by paying an expensive breeding fee this is one farm you might want to consider as its motto is "Affordable to the Small Breeder!"

I have known Joe & the crew for over 20 years. Their care & ethics w/their animals is outstanding…read more The ranch is always clean and tidy, always ready for an inspection, even when none are expected.. Whether you're looking to purchase, board or train, Daehling ranch should be your first choice. They are a model facility that all in the business can learn from.. AAA+