Shiloh Stables, LLC

Shiloh Stables, LLC A horse's large stature but calming nature gives a fresh perspective on life. This is not a riding program. This service is fun for any age group.

Shiloh Stables, LLC offers Equine Assisted Counseling facilitated by EAGALA Certified Mental Health Professional and Equine Specialist. Our trained staff will meet with you to develop activities with horses to help you through grief, marital and other relational difficulties, addictions, depression and much more. We also have programs for team building, person growth and professional development.

All activities are done on the ground and no previous horse experience is necessary. Riding Lessons - We focus on safety, horsemanship and care/maintenance of horses. We will offer group, semi-private and private riding lessons for English and Western styles of riding. Group Event Equine Learning - (Minimum of 6 participants) - Great for Home School groups, 4-H, Field trips, MOPS, Boy or Girls Scouts, Youth Groups etc. Each group will get to pet and groom the horse while learning basic information about horses and their care.

05/24/2026
We had a good day at Gods Green Acres Ranch! It was exciting to see this organization growing again. The show was well a...
05/24/2026

We had a good day at Gods Green Acres Ranch! It was exciting to see this organization growing again. The show was well attended with good class sizes. The weather was perfect and Khysus and I improved on a few things we've been working on at home. It was a great day!

We would like to congratulate this sweet family on the purchase of Hannah Montana! We pray many happy trails, relaxing w...
05/22/2026

We would like to congratulate this sweet family on the purchase of Hannah Montana! We pray many happy trails, relaxing walks/grazing and a fun shenanigans. We couldn't be happier with this pairing!

I love the smiles, the proud moments when they ride a new horse, post for the first time, ride in an English saddle, get...
05/22/2026

I love the smiles, the proud moments when they ride a new horse, post for the first time, ride in an English saddle, get an improved time in a speed course. It brings joy to my heart to share these joys with my students!

Trail ride before the storms
05/18/2026

Trail ride before the storms

We enjoyed a beautiful trail ride at Greensfelder yesterday.
05/16/2026

We enjoyed a beautiful trail ride at Greensfelder yesterday.

Our more advanced students have been working with a training horse this week. They have enjoyed learning training method...
05/11/2026

Our more advanced students have been working with a training horse this week. They have enjoyed learning training methods and how to apply them. Hannah has been a willing participant and has learned along with them!

05/04/2026

Horses rarely “just bite for no reason.”

What usually starts as a little nibble… a playful grab at a sleeve… or a horse testing your space… can turn into something dangerous if it’s ignored or brushed off.

The truth is, biting is communication.

Sometimes it’s discomfort. Sometimes it’s frustration. Sometimes it’s a horse saying, “I don’t understand what you’re asking,” or “I don’t like how this feels.”

The good news is: it can usually be stopped early with clear, consistent handling.

Here’s what matters most:

👉 1. Protect your personal space
A horse that respects your space is far less likely to bite. Don’t allow them to crowd you when you’re grooming, feeding, or leading.

👉 2. Correct the first attempt—not the bite
Watch for the “thinking stage”: head swing, lip curl, pinned ears, or reaching toward your body. That’s when correction happens—not after contact.

👉 3. Don’t allow mouthing or playful nipping
What starts as “cute” quickly becomes a habit. Horses learn through repetition what is and isn’t allowed.

👉 4. Make the wrong choice clear and immediate
A calm but firm correction (backing up, moving the shoulders or hindquarters, or a sharp verbal cue) tells the horse that behavior is not acceptable. Then immediately release pressure when they respond correctly.

👉 5. Remove food pressure
Never allow mugging, pocket searching, or hand-feeding without respect and distance.

👉 6. Rule out discomfort
Sudden biting can also be pain-related—dental issues, ulcers, tack fit, or skin irritation should always be considered.

Good horsemanship isn’t about punishment—it’s about timing, consistency, and fairness.

Fix the small things early, and the big problems usually never develop.

05/03/2026
Blessed day to get some good rides in and a little bit of work.
04/30/2026

Blessed day to get some good rides in and a little bit of work.

04/28/2026

Mark your calendars! Stay tuned for more info! 🤠

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Hillsboro, MO
63050

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(314) 322-3379

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