Why Kentucky?
Kentucky has always been known for its rich history in the horse world. It is often referred to as "Horse Heaven on Earth" There is no mistaking that its moderate climate offers a great place to retire. Kentucky experiences all four seasons without the harsh winters of the north nor the extreme heat of the south. The gentle rolling hills provide excellent drainage promoting good footing often required by older horses with arthritis and joint problems. The long grazing season is ideal for any horse.
Why Weber's?
TRUST-Entrusting the horse you love so much is a big step of faith. Choosing to send your horse to retire in a climate that can be better suited to their needs, often means you can't just stop by on your way home from work to check on how they are doing. You need peace of mind that your horse is getting the best care possible.
REPUTATION-You can count on ours. Many references are available from both equine professionals and past clientele alike to help put your mind at ease in making this very important decision.
EXPERIENCE-We have over 60 years of combined experience in the horse world. We previously owned and operated Weber Performance Horses, LLC, a large training and boarding facility located in Southeast Wisconsin. Focusing on family and faith called us back to Kentucky where we now reside on our 65 acre farm.
REPUTATION-You can count on ours. Many references are available from both equine professionals and past clientele alike to help put your mind at ease in making this very important decision.
EXPERIENCE-We have over 60 years of combined experience in the horse world. We previously owned and operated Weber Performance Horses, LLC, a large training and boarding facility located in Southeast Wisconsin. Focusing on family and faith called us back to Kentucky where we now reside on our 65 acre farm.
The Weber Family - Kim, Rob, Emily and Bob
Testimonial
"Sonny" with his best buddy "Joe"
"After having known the Weber's for almost 20 years, I can honestly say there is no one I would trust more with my horse's welfare than them. Boarding, lessons, and training, we did it all and at no time did I ever have one worry or concern regarding their care. With the near perfect climate of Kentucky and the high standards of the Weber's, it was easy for me to make the decision to send my retired show horse to live with them. From the photos and updates I get, it is obvious he is thriving there. Thank you Rob & Kim."
Sincerely,
Barbara E. Mahon
Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin
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"Joe" at age 30, napping on a winter afternoon.
"Let me just say this about Rob and Kim Weber...they are good people, trustworthy, and take care of each horse as if it were their own. You will be hard pressed to find a place that will give your horse such daily individual attention like Weber's. I am sent photo updates, they call me with questions, I know he is being looked at and handled everyday. I have owned/ridden horses for over 30 years. I've been at and seen many, many, horse facilities. Kim and Rob's places are at the top of my list.
Joe was boarded with the Weber's when they had their place in Wisconsin. The first day he was there, he settled right in. The vibe of the place was just good and he knew it. When it came time to retire him somewhere milder, I sent him to Weber's again when they opened their current farm in Kentucky. Again the low key, peaceful atmosphere was apparent....and the setting is gorgeous! I do not worry about my 28 year old horse. He is super happy."
Jill Kosikowski
Northern Illinois
Jill Kosikowski
Northern Illinois
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"SAMMY" at age 33.
"Sammy, my 33 year old horse, spent the last months of his life at Weber's Retired Horses. A survivor of colic surgery, he could not eat hay and needed to eat multiple meals throughout the day. Many horses never get to retire with the luxury of their special needs being met, nor do they receive daily love and affection.
Not so at Weber's. Rob and Kim gave my horse carefully planned care and attention. Because of this, he spent his last days in safety, comfort, and peace. When he died I picked a place on their property for his grave, and he was buried with dignity and respect. When planting time comes, they will plant a White Pine on his grave in his memory."
Carol Kelly,
Lake Villa, Illinois
Not so at Weber's. Rob and Kim gave my horse carefully planned care and attention. Because of this, he spent his last days in safety, comfort, and peace. When he died I picked a place on their property for his grave, and he was buried with dignity and respect. When planting time comes, they will plant a White Pine on his grave in his memory."
Carol Kelly,
Lake Villa, Illinois
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Liz visits Zarr in KY. They share a special bond.
"I bought Zarr as a 15 year old retired show horse in Washington State. He was a beauty to me. His family never sold their horses, so I was blessed and sort of lucky to get him. I turned him into a trail horse and that was quite a job! We moved to Massachusetts in 2006. By then he was in his 20's and experiencing more lameness. I continued to hold him together, moving him to different barns to see if I could get better care, but most barns are not geared for older horses. By the time 2011 came along, Zarr had a sizeable tear in his distal digital tendon, left rear and chronic sinusitis. I was unable to get his weight up and had been for a long time and he had colicked that spring. Once the tendon healed, it would have been necessary to have his left rear hock and fetlock injected every 3 months. I decided it was time to retire him. In looking for a place I did not want him to be subject to the brutal winters of the north so I began to look southward. Weber's popped up on the screen and I had a feeling about them from their website. I called one other place which was recommended to me, but when I talked to Kim and visited their place, I felt I had found a goldmine. I have never been disappointed. Zarr has gained weight (he needed better care with his teeth and was anemic), his sinuses are completely healed and he is happier than I have seen him in a long time!!! I did the best I could for my horse in his last years of life. I could not recommend Weber's more highly."
Liz Schulman
Concord, Massachusetts
Liz Schulman
Concord, Massachusetts
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"Trego", front with his best buddy Tanner.
"When we decided to retire our 19 year old TB, Trego, after he developed chronic lameness, we discovered Weber’s Retired Horses through an internet search. We visited the farm and were immediately impressed with the care and concern Kim and Rob showed for the horses. After spending a day at the farm with the Weber family, it was an easy decision to send Trego to them--even though it’s two states away from us--and we couldn’t be happier with our decision. Kim and Rob know each horse’s personality, likes, dislikes and needs. We are kept updated through phone calls, emails and photo and video postings on the farm’s Facebook page, and we get to enjoy watching Trego’s antics. We are so very grateful to have found the Weber family and we have peace of mind knowing Trego is well-cared for and able to enjoy just being a horse!"
Rick and Judie Schwartz
Elmhurst, Illinois
Rick and Judie Schwartz
Elmhurst, Illinois