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.

My daughter is really enjoying her lessons at English Rose. To watch her progress just in the last…read morefour weeks has been an awesome experience, not only in riding but in her overall mental health. Donna is awesome and I'm glad I was able to connect with her and get my daughter into her rotation.

I have taken multiple lessons at Leone Equestrian. Their instructors are excellent and many are…read moreadvanced riders from Germany. They may/may not be totally fluent in English so patience with the language difference helps. Rudy Leone's concern is first and foremost the horse. His arenas have excellent footing, and they close an arena when there is a rain/footing issue. This is my barn of choice.

Nice facilities! I've attended a few horse shows there (as a spectator - not a rider). The arenas…read morehave good footings - the main jumper ring is grass - cool! The caterer that they use is fabulous! Great breakfasts - love the lunch salads, and that goat cheese pizza made in their little pizza oven? Spicy with jalapeños, and awesome! Over-all a nice experience!

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!

hello, i Want to get my daughters horseback riding lessons but I called the office and emailed and…read morehave not gotten a response it's been 3 weeks.

This is a very large, clean facility with several indoor barns and a big indoor arena. The grounds…read moreare well kept and the horses are treated with the utmost care. This is a great facility for boarding if you are considering a nice ranch that is CLEAN and well kept. There is also a nice sized outdoor arena behind the covered barn.

I've had such a wonderful experience with Rammerstorfer Training near Plymouth, California (about…read more40 miles east of Sacramento and about 25 miles south of Placerville), owned and operated by Christian Rammerstorfer. Christian offers a complete program for Western performance horses and riders, with a focus on REINING. His business includes high-quality boarding, reining horse training, reining horse riding instruction and coaching, show prep, and reining horse sales. It's basically a one-stop-shopping setup for riders who want to get into reining or are serious about progressing in the sport (i.e., he coaches all levels, from beginner to advanced to professional). Christian is extremely experienced and very very knowledgeable. He's a professional reiner, NW Regional Director of the National Reining Horse Association (NRHA), and a frequently invited judge at regional, national and international competitions. Just as important, I've found him to be a gifted, natural, super-nice teacher with a supportive, encouraging style that has lead me to make real progress while keeping the process really enjoyable. He's such a nice guy and has a very positive energy about him that makes lessons really fun, while at the same time very focused, intense and productive. The facilities are excellent, including a really impressive full-size covered and lighted arena with proper reining footing, along with well-maintained boarding facilities. The place is set in the beautiful California countryside on a working ranch with rolling hills, oak trees, and horse trails. He often finishes lessons with a relaxed trail ride! If you're interested in reining I highly recommend Rammerstorfer Training, whether you are thinking about getting into the sport, want help preparing to compete, or are an advanced rider.

I keep my pony at this place. Bob and Valerie truly care about the horses. I tried to go to another…read moreplace to only be unhappy with them. So I came back. I love that you can do any type of riding and be accepted. I obviously can't ride my pony so I drive her instead. The big arena helps that I can get my pony to a extended trot.

I am currently a boarder at Alpine Stables and have had no problems. It has proven to be a very…read morecommunity and family oriented barn for different horses, riders, and skill sets. Premium stalls include a large grassy turnout and enclosed stall, the next level is one of two sizes of enclosed stalls, the third of boarding is a 13 acre pasture which also has covered space. The owners, Valerie and Bob, are really great about making sure they meet all of their boarder's needs. To do so they also create a more "custom" housing. For owners of multiple horses they create larger pens or paddocks - with or without cover- based on the unique needs of the horses. Riding wise, you have a standard round pen, grassy area with obstacles, a large arena, and a smaller arena. A second covered round pen is available but is sometimes in use for the 7 day quarantine all new horses are subject to when moving into Alpine Stables. Trailer parking is free. There are tons of chairs and tables and grassy areas for families to hang out. Most weekends there are tons of families around relaxing and watching the riders. Again, very family oriented barn. The new barn manager, Rochelle is excellent has brought much attention to detail, new services, and horse experience to the place. Randy is equally as great with a "can-do" attitude and experience. I personally enjoy Alpine Stables because of the friendliness of the boarders. Everyone is constantly sharing and helping each other, just genuinely enjoying horses as they are meant to be enjoyed. Personally, I have always enjoyed boarding at my own home away from people but I find myself being excited to go to the barn and ride with the new friends I have made.

Ryan trimmed my horses for the first time yesterday. I was already impressed that he responded…read moreright away when I first reached out, not the "Can I get back to you tomorrow" and never hear from them. Also, that he confirmed appointment a few days prior, showed up 15 min early. I had my groomer/assistant trainer out there to help with the horses ( haltering, keeping them standing still, etc)as there were 11 trims to get done, with several being yearlings ( 13 in total, but 2 did not need trims yet) and he got all 11 trims done plus looked at the other 2 horses, in about 3 hours (which was also great, since every other farrier could not get all of them done in the same day, so we always had to schedule them in two sessions) or like my last farrier, he would just do what he called a "clip" and not do a "full trim', no rasping edges etc, just leaving it looking unfinished or only getting 3 done or some other issue that would just prolong things and cause trims to get behind schedule. I would have been okay with Ryan needing to break it up into two sessions because what is most important to me is a gentle & patient farrier that gives the horses the time they need so they learn the proper way. I may not always have a helper there, but he seems to be willing and capable to still be able to be patient, effiecient and gentle by himself without help....So far so good! I would recommend him:)

Dr. Singh and the team at Dry Creek Veterinary Hospital cared for my beautiful cat, Opie, with such…read morecompassion and respect. Even as we faced his battle with cancer, Dr. Singh was gentle, honest, and supportive every step of the way. I'll always be grateful for the kindness and comfort they showed both of us during such a difficult time.

First off i would love to thank the staff and doctors here for taking great care of my dog, from…read moreexplaining everything and keeping me updated through the process. I never had a vet office call to follow up on any of my pets this just shows they truly care. There hours are also extended until 7pm now, and they take walk ins!