Care

Daily Care Throughout the Seasons

At Sleigh Bell Farm, the philosophy of care extends beyond daily routines to encompass every stage of your horse’s life.

Daily care Included with board

  • Timothy hay mix and pasture
  • Annual hay sampling and adjustments made to feed as needed
  • Triple Crown feed
  • Feeding of other grain, meds or supplements
  • Free choice minerals
  • Fresh nutrient-rich well water from on-farm artesian well
  • Daily turnout
  • Blanketing as needed
  • Grooming as needed
  • Owners live on premises and have camera access to stalls and property
  • Camera access to your horse’s stall, paid by owners
  • Holding for farrier, vet and equine dentist

Veterinarian Care included with board

Ensuring the health and well-being of your horse is paramount. Twice a year, our local veterinarian conducts a thorough examination of your horse to identify any emerging health issues and address any unmet needs. Kelly Neale, with Bolton Vet Services, provides the highest standard of care for your equine companion. With Cornell University Equine Hospital just 60 miles away and Morrisville Equine Rehabilitation Center 85 miles away, we are positioned within easy access of these renowned facilities should you want us to truck your horse there for care.

  • Bi-annual vet visit – spring shots (EWTFR-West Nile, Equine Rabies)
  • Bi-annual vet visit – fall checks and recommendations of any adjustments made to diet for winter
  • Annual fecal exam and worm meds supplied and administered as needed

Farrier Included with board

  • Farrier hoof evaluation and trim every 8-weeks
  • Hoof cleaning and poultice or dressings applied as needed

Equine Dentist Included with board

  • Annual Equine Dentist check and routine dental care

End of Life Care included with board

Making decisions about end-of-life care for a beloved horse is never easy. At Sleigh Bell Farm, we understand the emotional challenges involved in these choices. When the time comes to bid farewell to your horse, we stand by you, offering support and compassion every step of the way.

Many owners find solace in having their horses remain on the farm where they spent their final years. Whether you choose burial or cremation, we accommodate your wishes with sensitivity and respect. Some owners opt to honor their equine friends with the planting of trees, creating lasting memorials that celebrate their cherished bond.

At Sleigh Bell Farm, we consider it a privilege to provide this final accommodation, burial, as part of your board price, honoring the profound connection between horse and owner with dignity and reverence.