2020 CT Distinguished Older Horse Week


This year we celebrate ALL the distinguished older horses!

Is there a very special older horse in your life? Honor him/her with a posting on our website & facebook honor roll.  Email a photo and description to dee@mitchellfarm.org. Tell us what makes your horse so special in your eyes.  Is it accomplishments? Or because he/she likes to play in the mud and make you laugh?

In the Spring of 2019, Governor Dannell Malloy proclaimed the fourth week in May as the official week of recognition for the Older and Retired Horses of Connecticut. The week-long observance aims to unify equine retirement programs throughout the state and to raise awareness for long-term care of veteran horses. Later in 2019, it was part of Raised Bill No. 1091, raised before the General Assembly to be Connecticut State Law, making this an annual recognition. Coincidentally, Older Horse Week falls appropriately during the month set aside nationally to recognize the needs and priorities of Older Americans.

Meet Bandit! Nominated by Sarah Papale, Somers, CT.
Also known as On Call, The Bandito, or my personal favorite: Mr. B. He is my GOAT, the OG of my crew and has been with me for half of my life. He has done it all: horseshows, medal finals, hunter paces, clinics and he even learned how to vault. This horse has been my rock. He has seen me through every break-up, knows all my secrets, and always makes me laugh. While Duke taught me how to stay on, Bandit taught me the FINESSE of riding and the true meaning of a horse and rider having one soul, one heartbeat. The rest of the world melts away and we only hear each other - it is the most amazing connection in the world. These days, Bandit enjoys light hacks in the field, trail rides, eating in the pasture with friends and being the best horse to the next generation. He truly loves kids, mostly because he knows there are LOTS of snacks involved, but he is ALWAYS happy to give a pony ride. Bandit is my once in a lifetime horse and will always have my whole heart.

Mitchell Farm Equine Retirement Is Proud To Present  Connecticut's Distinguished Older Horses

Mitchell Farm Equine Retirement is proud to present the Connecticut Distinguished Older Horse Honor Roll

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