Richard Elliott Stables

 Richard Elliott Stables-Specializing in the American Saddlebred. 

Training- Training board for 2009 is $600.00 per month. We currently have room for one or two new training horses.  We work primarily with American Saddlebreds but also welcome arabians,morgans,hackneys, national show horses and friesians.We attend shows in mainly Southwestern Ohio and Kentucky.

Don't you hate it when this happens? Maybe we can help...Have you considered Equine Chiropractics?

 Feel free to contact us with any questions you may have regarding chiropractics!  Adjustments for 2009 are $65.00 per horse. Trip charge may apply.

Amenities-Our facility includes a 160x60 indoor arena,5 stall crosstie area, wash rack, heated restroom,large tack room with individual  lockers,heated restroom,round pen & access to trails.

Full Care Boarding- We occasionally have room for a boarded horse or two. At this time we could take in one boarded horse or 2 training horses. All board is full care and includes use of the entire facility. We feed 12% sweet feed and mixed hay. Feeding is done twice daily. Turnout is offered daily when weather provides. Geldings are turned out separately from  mares. Horses on turnout must have their back shoes removed. This is for the safety of other horses. (We do not offer boarding for situations involving unsupervised children.) Young people are generally  involved in our lesson program.

We have an established routine of care and cannot accommodate horses on a feeding or turnout schedule that is different from what we offer. If a horse requires care from what is normally given and if we can help you additional charges may apply. We welcome the retired show horse!

  Barn Rules-

NO alcohol on the property.

Absolutely no smoking in or around the barn.

No dogs on the property unless they're on a leash.(with the exception of Toby who is about 40 years old..or our own dogs who may visit in February on a Sunday when nobody is here but us...)

Riders under the age of 18 must wear a helmet. We encourage all others to wear them, as you ride at your own risk. (no exceptions!)

Children are to be supervised by an adult at all times (this means parent or guardian) unless special arrangements have been made. i.e. a student or boarder is here to volunteer or take a lesson children are not to be left unattended by their parents.

All who ride or work, or visit on a regular basis at Elliott Stables must sign a release of liability. This also applies to friends of boarders or students. We are not liable for injury.

Respect the property of others and use only your equipment or belongings.

If you make a mess please be sure to clean up after yourself and/or your horse.

Absolutely NO ROVING/OUTSIDE INSTRUCTORS OR "COACHES" allowed on the property. (boarders are welcome to haul to their trainer's facility)

Boarders may not give riding lessons/coaching/instruction.

Kindness and consideration to others is a must. We do not tolerate unfriendly treatment of our students,boarders or animals.

We are primarily a training and lesson facility. Interference in either of these areas of operation by boarders or other customers or employees in any way is strictly forbidden. (this includes offering boarded horses to our students or other customers to ride,care for etc.)

                       Thank you.

 Professional Services

Veterinarian-Covenant Animal Clinic- Dr. Steve Miller, Waynesville, Ohio 513-897-5171. Dr. Steve offers equine services. His son Josh does small animals. We highly recommend them.  His web site is on our links page.

Farrier #1 David Lee-Danville, Kentucky. Specializes in American Saddlebreds but is comfortable working with all breeds.

Farrier #2 Trey Swiger-Middletown, Ohio 513-292-0235, email trey_swiger@yahoo.com See our links page for his web site.

Equine Dentist-Bobby McMichael, Wilmington Ohio 937-382-7440

Feed-Raisch Farm Supply. Germantown, Ohio 937-855-6180

 We do not offer- Self care,Partial care, pasture board,rental rides,or horse leasing. We do not rent our arena to outside horses for hourly rides. We do not travel outside our facility to work with horses/riders.  We do NOT offer boarding only to stallions. (stallions are only accepted as training horses)

Hauling- Need a horse

 hauled? Check with us!

 It all begins with children....where you let it take them is up to you.

Riding Lessons- Our riding lesson program is open to ages 9 and up, riders under 150 pounds (due to the size and age of many of our lesson horses). We have a couple of larger horses suitable for intermediate riders who can carry riders up to 170 pounds. Lessons are given in groups of between two to four (occasionally 5) riders.We start beginners in basic hunt seat with emphasis on advancing to saddleseat. All students learn good basic,safe handling and grooming in addition to receiving riding instruction.

Driving lessons-Also an option. They can be included in smaller group sessions or done as private lessons-See rates below.

Requirements for riding/driving lessons-All students/riders under the age of 18 must wear a helment. Sensible shoes, i.e. paddock boots/riding boots of some type are strongly suggested. Something with a low heel and little tread is safest. While we have helmets available, it may be best to have your own.

Lesson days-Monday through Thursday at either 5:00 or 6:00 p.m. (depending upon availability of lesson horses)

Cost- $130.00 for a package of 5 lessons starting January 2010, or individuals may be purchased at $35.00 each. All lessons/packages are prepaid in order to enroll a student. (lesson packages are valid for 6 months and are not extendable )

Private lessons-scheduled on select Friday or Saturdays at $45.00 per hour (there is no reduced rate for private lesson packages)

Gift Certificates are available for lesson packages! (Gift certificates are valid for 6 months. They're not extendable)

Privately owned horses-Sometimes customers prefer to ride their own horses during lessons, especially those they plan to show. Outside horses can be included in group lessons if they work well in group situations. A test run to our facility is in order before any lessons can be scheduled to make sure horses are comfortable in a new environment. Boarded horses are also welcome, and encouraged to participate in lessons.

(All horses trailered in for group or private lessons must show vaccination records and coggins tests.)

Riding lesson goals?  Are you looking simply for something fun to do each week?  Or are you and/or your child interested in going to horse shows? Be sure to share your  interests! We'd love to help!

Riding lesson cancellation policy- Cancellations must be made by the day of the lesson by phone, (not email). We prefer notice by 12:00 noon the day of. However if we're at least given 2 hours before the lesson is to start we still have some time to check the waiting list for someone else who may be waitiing for an opening.

If the lesson is cancelled less than an hour before it's scheduled to start the lesson my be forfeited. Again, please do not cancel by email unless you're notifying me days in advance.

Late arrivals- If you're more than ten minutes late you may be forfeiting the lesson as others may be ready to ride. Please plan ahead to be considerate to others. If you think you may be late be sure to call my cell 513-267-9798.

Thanks 

Community Programs-We're happy to work with South Community inc., a 5013c Organization, which works with at risk youth.They're a fabulous group of people and do great things! check with us if you're interested in working with us and our animals!

Birthday Parties! (social events..this includes weddings and even church functions)-Planning a birthday  or church youth group party or other event? Parties can be held at our facility & include space for cake/festivities and pony rides. The cost is $100.00 per hour with a 2 hour minimum charge. Give us a call to schedule ahead.

 Scout badges- Looking for scout badges? Check with us...we've added them to our list of services!

Senior portraits or other photos-Would you like a horse to be in your senior portrait? Check with us. This could also be for other special occasions. Arrangements can be made to have your photographer visit our stable, or we could possibly bring a horse to his/her studio. 

Free manure! That's right...we have lots of it, and it's free for the taking! YOU LOAD/ WITH YOUR TOOLS. Manure is available by appointment only. It's usually easiest to pick it up during the week just at feeding time. Keep in mind..it's in the pasture so the ground needs to be dry (so you won't get stuck). Be sure to contact us to make an appointment. 937-384-0187