Silver Oak Stables LLC

17/09/2024

🌟 New Training & Boarding Opportunity with Noni Smith Horse Training at Silver Oak Stables! 🌟

Join us for a fantastic opportunity to train with the incredible Noni Smith, who brings over 30 years of professional riding and training experience. Specializing in Hunter/Jumpers with a dressage foundation, Noni works with all ages and skill levels, from groundwork to show horses. Her fun, safety-focused approach blends arena work, trail riding, and cross-training to build confidence in both horses and riders.

Limited spots available—reserve today!

📩 Contact us to learn more!

16/09/2024

An excellent read.

I learned to ride in the 1990s in western Pennsylvania. The two barns where I spent my childhood were chosen out of convenience: both walking distance from home. My parents weren’t horse people, though my aunt had two backyard trail horses that I fawned over at every visit, prompting my desperate ...

16/09/2024

Nap time for Raphaello 💕

14/09/2024

How it started ➡️ How it's going! My favorite lil nook in the barn.

05/09/2024

Leela had a wonderful first lesson on Lucky today with instructor Dore! After working on balance and steering and stopping in the arena, she got to go on a ride through the forest.

04/09/2024

When you put a nicely scrubbed clean water bucket in the stall and show up in the morning to this...... 🤦🏼‍♀️

02/09/2024

🐴🐴 Welcome to the Ultimate Horse Experience! 🐴🐴

Are you ready to embark on an unforgettable journey into the world of horses?

Your adventure starts right here, right now!

Owning a horse is not just a hobby. It's a lifestyle that brings joy, fulfillment, and a sense of purpose. It's about building a partnership based on trust, respect, and unwavering loyalty.

At Silver Oak Stables we want to invite you to embark on this incredible journey of connection and bonding with "your own" horse.

Our team of experienced trainers will teach you the art of horsemanship, helping you develop essential skills in handling, riding, and caring for your equine companion.

We are here to guide you every step of the way, ensuring that you have the most incredible horse experience imaginable.

And it does not matter if you are a beginner, restarting or an experienced rider!

Our well trained school horses are well-mannered and gentle, providing a safe environment for you to learn and grow as a rider.

At Silver Oak Stables, we understand the incredible power of the human-horse connection. We believe that horses have a unique ability to touch our souls and teach us invaluable life lessons. Our mission is to help you unlock this extraordinary bond and embark on a journey of self-discovery and growth.

Sign up for an intro lesson today and use the coupon code SILVER40 to get 40% off the regular intro lesson price of $75 . Space is limited and once filled, we will be waitlist only. https://silveroakstablesllc.as.me/

Located in Forestville, CA

29/08/2024

We have a couple of cuties and their big handsome brother here for a few days. Meriadoc, Pippin, and Sky Wolf!

25/08/2024

Guinness and Ally getting some supervised early morning free range grazing time in 💖

24/08/2024

Pretty girls Friday and Shiloh, taking turns posing 💅

23/08/2024

Our girl Frida is back for a few days of dressage training with and her bff Ally is happy to see her!

21/08/2024

Staying safe and cozy! More barn cat content because she's the coolest.

15/08/2024

Ferris doing Ferris things...maybe he liked the stretch by stepping up on that board?? 😆

08/08/2024

🐴🐴 Calling All Parents! Unbridle Your Child's Passion for Horses!🐴🐴

Are you looking for an exciting, educational, and confidence building activity for your child? Look no further! Our program is designed to ignite your child's love for horses and create lifelong memories.

By joining our riding school (we only have a few spaces open), your child will become part of a supportive and vibrant community of parents and kids. We organize fun events, competitions, and special outings which help create strong friendships and unforgettable memories.

Getting involved with horses can boost self confidence and self- esteem as children conquer challenges and develop a bond with the horses. They can help teach responsibility and work ethic as children learn to care for horses as well as ride them. Riding horses gets your child out from behind a screen and into the outdoors.

We have programs for kids as young as 5 years old. Our experienced trainers provide top-notch guidance, ensuring your child gains a strong foundation for riding in a safe and supportive environment. Our well-trained and kind horses are perfect for beginners of all ages.

Sign up for an intro lesson today and use the coupon code SILVER40 to get 40% off the regular intro lesson price of $75 . Space is limited and once filled, we will be waitlist only.

Located in Forestville, CA

05/08/2024

We had such a fun day this Saturday painting our jumps, followed by a potluck!

01/08/2024

🌟 New Lessons: Foundations of Horsemanship at Silver Oak Stables! 🌟

Are you ready to build a solid foundation in horse care and handling? Our Foundations of Horsemanship class is the perfect starting point for riders and horse enthusiasts of all levels!

Join us for an engaging and educational journey where you'll learn:
🐴 Horse Anatomy & Behavior: Understand the basics of how horses move and think.
🛠️ Handling Skills: Master the art of safe and effective horse handling.
🧽 Grooming Techniques: Discover the essentials of horse grooming and maintenance.
🏠 Stable Management: Get hands-on experience with daily stable routines and care.
💉 Basic Vet Care: Learn how to identify common health issues and provide basic care.

Whether you're new to horses or looking to refresh your skills, our Foundations of Horsemanship class offers personalized instruction in a supportive environment. Spaces are limited, so don't miss out!

🌟 Transform Your Passion into Expertise at Silver Oak Stables! 🌟

31/07/2024

It's always a good feeling when the Larsen's delivery arrives! Thanks you Larsen's Feed and Pet Supply

25/07/2024

Handsome Teddy cooling down with a bath 😍 He said no to the wash rack, but yes to an outdoor shower 🚿

23/07/2024

Welcome home Zulu!

20/07/2024

Nico and Guinness got the silly lycra flymasks because someone (coughguinnesscough) like to play "rip the facemask off", and so far they are staying on! 10/10 will try again on horses that like to take their flymasks off.

17/07/2024

We are so pleased to welcome Noni Smith Horse Training to our stables! She offers lessons, full training, and hauling in lessons. Specializing in Hunter-Jumpers with a Dressage foundation. Cross training for the physical, emotional and mental wellbeing of horses. Experience in multiple disciplines and all breeds, including gated. From ground work, starting under saddle to finished show horses, all ages, abilities welcome.

16/07/2024

“I can’t find any good places to board where they put horses first-“

This is a huge problem. In just about every consult I have where we are seeking a solution for a behavior problem, i ask about husbandry and we almost always find a major problem there. Not to blame the owner- often it is near impossible to find a good place to board where horses get the kind of care they need

To me, it’s non negotiable that horses live outside, in herds, with forage. Yes they’ll be dirty, be in the elements, and interact with horses. This is what they were perfectly designed for -

But I’d like to offer you some perspective from someone who has cared for other people’s horses for fifteen years in some capacity -

For the entire time I’ve been caring for horses where I’m in charge and able to make these choices for their needs and putting them first, I have-

-had clients pull their horses out of training when the first superficial scratch happens (I have had people cuss me out as they load their horse in tears with one very small scratch on their coats from socializing )

-fielded texts from worry stricken owners at ten pm, midnight, 3 am, 5 am, you get the idea… panicking over a light rain, a minor drop in temps, a little heat, some bugs etc. You never get to be “off duty” because at any hour someone’s concern over their horses minor discomfort means your great discomfort

-play musical pastures trying to placate every owner so they can all have the ideal pasture set up (for their desires, not the horses) and just about p**s off everyone in the barn

-had clients livid I didn’t put the horses in stalls for every minor weather event

-had plenty of drama between owners over who’s horse they don’t like for “bullying” their horse in the pasture when it’s usually simply herd dynamics at work

You get the idea. I’m sure every boarding barn owner can back me up on this

I’ve had excellent clients so this is in no way generalizing ALL of them. The excellent ones took me forever to find and I will seriously miss them, but - But the ones I’ve had that were a headache were a SERIOUS headache, the kind that can make you miserable living in your own home.

When I worked at other barns and we had all horses in stalls or in private, tiny paddocks I had barely a husbandry related complaint (plenty about behavior though). Everyone was happy to have their horses “tucked in safely.”

So my point is - doing it right for the horse is not profitable, a huge pain in the rear and a ton of stress (hope you love texts at 3 am), and a giant liability.

I don’t agree with keeping horses separate or confined but I totally get it from a business perspective

So what’s the solution?

We live in a worry stricken, obsessive, results driven, and very litigious society. We’re losing land quickly , losing touch with animal sense, and good places are just harder to come by every day. Everyone is pressed from all angles and there’s no clear villain or hero here -

I think everybody could get a little chiller, personally. But maybe we’re looking at a total societal overhaul. Again, one of those things I don’t see a simple solution for.

15/07/2024

The oak tree by the outdoor arena is always a nice place to relax 😌

13/07/2024

They ain't too pretty, but the price was right - picked up some free jumps, and can't wait to have a little painting party to fix them up, followed by a potluck BBQ August 3rd!

10/07/2024

It's National Farriers week! Shout-out to our awesome team of farriers .farrier Kyle Cunningham and Eric Palmer!