I was recommended to Ramon by a friend, and I'm so glad I listened. When he first came out to shoe…read moremy mare, she was so anxious from past bad farrier experiences that she needed to be sedated. I'd only had her a few months, and I was nervous about how it would go. Ramon handled her with such patience and gentleness that after that first visit, she never needed sedation again. She trusted him, and so did I. Since then, Ramon has continued to exceed my expectations. He truly understands horses, not just how to trim and shoe them. He's incredibly calm, patient, and kind, which makes a world of difference for horses that need that extra reassurance. Recently, he worked on a rescue horse we took in who hadn't had proper hoof care in years. His feet were long, overgrown, and he had zero handling experience. Ramon took his time, never rushed, and somehow turned it into a non-traumatic experience for the horse. By the time he was done, the horse's feet looked amazing--a total transformation. I've recommended Ramon to everyone I know who's looking for a farrier. I saw another review mentioning communication issues, but that has not been my experience. Ramon has always done his best to keep us informed and shows up when he says he will. I also don't believe it's fair to give a business one star without ever experiencing their work firsthand. Once Ramon works on your horses, you'll never want another farrier. His prices are fair and very competitive--especially compared to others in the area. Expensive doesn't always mean better, and Ramon proves that time and time again. He's not just trimming and throwing shoes on--he understands hoof angles and proper biomechanics, which is so important for long-term soundness. More than that, he's a great man with a great soul--and your horses will recognize that from the moment they meet him. Highly, highly recommend.

Ramon has been providing farrier services for my horses for the past 5 years. Ramon is very…read moreknowledgeable and very patient. He has always shown up when he says he will and if for whatever reason he needed to push back my appointment he's always kept open communication with me to inform me of any changes. His prices have stayed consistent and he is always happy to help. Ramon has a really positive attitude and a great personality. He also has someone that helps him and they're both great! I have never had any complaints and I've recommended him to others. He's done a fantastic job and my horses all seem to be very comfortable around him. Thanks Ramon for all your help and for continuing to make the drive out to keep my guys feet looking good!

I didn't really get an answer to my question about the price. He said he would do it for 95…read moredollars, but I have been paying 50 so I asked if he could it when he had another horse in the neighborhood, but he hasn't answered me. I would love for him to come.

Sloan is a gem. Always reliable and on time. He is great with our horses, even the difficult mini…read morethat is a lot to handle. We also have a senior horse with arthritis that is hard to trim but he is very patient and keeps her in great shape. Highly recommend him!

Steve rescued me after my other farrier failed to show up. Have used him 2 times so far and am…read moreblown away by how much better my horses feet look. He listens to any concerns you may have, works with your vet if need be. Totally different experience for me and I'm in heaven. Just because your shoer claims to be the best, do your research. My pony foundered and could have been helped if dealt with in a timely manner, had my previous farrier actually listened to my concerns and kept on a schedule. If your farrier now is always doing major reconstruction of drains and patches maybe it's time for a new farrier.

Steve is the absolute BEST farrier. I've got a thoroughbred with CRAP feet. I just got him in July…read moreand Steve came highly recommended to me by several other horse owners at my barn. He has been so responsive and worked miracles for my Larkspur. He had a nasty quarter crack that made him lame and Steve did some kind of miracle shoes. He's caring and compassionate and loves horses. Plus he will keep you in stitches while he works. He's got an incredible team of guys who work with him but he is super serious about quality and makes sure your horse is his top priority. I absolutely would not let anyone else touch my horse's feet.

I have been riding horses for 32 years, and working as a professional for the last 10 years of that…read moretime. Farriers like Kaui are hard to come by. He is great at communicating, reliable, and knowledgeable. He also has a talent with horses and pride in his work. He is one of the best I have ever seen in my time working with horses, and I am so happy to have found him.

Kaui has been trimming our pony's hooves and doing a great job. He's an excellent farrier and I…read morereally appreciate that he puts Cody on his schedule and proactively reaches out to set up his appointments. Kaui is dependable, consistent, professional, and just an overall good guy. Highly recommended.

I have been boarding my senior horse at Bettencourt Ranch for over 3 years now. I don't get out to…read moresee my horse as often as I would like to, but I love knowing how well cared for he is. Bettencourt Ranch is a small, home/stable, so there is almost always someone on site and the horses are closely looked after. I receive prompt phone calls if there is any concern about my horses health or if I'm running low on grain or supplements that he needs. The place is always very clean and it's less muddy than lot of places during the winter. The horses are fed quality hay twice a day. There are plenty of safe places to tie for grooming and saddling and a nicely groomed, clean sand arena. The overall atmosphere at the ranch is calm and friendly. Years ago, I had to move my horse because the woman I boarded with was moving. My farrier recommended Bettencourt Ranch and he couldn't have suggested a better place for me. If you want a smaller place to board with excellent care, I recommend checking out this facility.

Home of Fairytale Farm miniature horse and donkey rescue and a separate warmblood breeding farm. I…read morevisited and got to spend time with these tiny creatures that have been rescued from slaughter pens. So horrible to think someone would process 150lb horses for meet in Mexico. They are safe here and available for adoption. Very sweat animals needing homes. The facility is run down but they seem to be making improvements.

Since the 2014 reviews, Five Star has changed entirely! It is now being managed by a professional…read moreand caring team. Along with boarding, training, and lessons, the mini horse and donkey rescue (Fairytale Farms Rescue) saves, nurtures, and finds "forever homes" for animals that were scheduled for death. This is a fairly new non-profit and can use donations and volunteers for their lovely animals!