"We had a wonderful experience with Ross Haven Farm when our donkey Paisley was injured a few years ago. We knew as soon as she arrived that she would be handled with the utmost care. Friendly, competent staff, a beautiful facility, and excellent communication from caregivers about her condition allowed us to drive away without a worry. She was under their care for 5 months. Visitation was flexible and seamless. She required several procedures over that period, was transported safely and cared for perfectly as she recovered from a fractured pastern. She had a great outcome as a result of her care and we couldn't be more pleased and grateful for the care she received there. The overall value for the care rendered was exceptional as well. We would give this facility five stars and highly recommend!"
​-Kim Peters
"My beloved yearling filly Merry suffered a severe knee laceration and spent just shy of 4 weeks at Ross Haven Farm after being under Dr. Kirker-Head's care at Tufts, having spent 10 days there following surgery for the injury. Our experience was exceptional from start to finish. They are competent and communicative, and the peace of mind I had the near-month she was there is truly beyond value. I've sent updates to Dr. Kirker-Head since Merry has come home and he has continued to guide us in the right direction as her recovery resumes. Cannot recommend Ross Haven Farm enough to anyone looking for a safe, beautiful place for their horse to heal surrounded by a qualified team."
​-Annie Fitzgerald
."[We] sent two mares to foal out at Ross Haven Farm in 2021 to obtain MASS Eligibility on their foals. The owners were terrific to work with and kept us well informed of the mares (and foals) progress from day one. They are experienced and highly qualified equine professionals. Our mares and foals came back home in great condition"
-Jean Brown
I have been a horse owner for 30 plus years but this was the first time I was involved with a rehab facility for my horse. The care Van Adel received at Ross Haven was exceptional. I knew the moment I met Mona that he would be well cared for. I felt totally confident leaving him in their care. When Van Adel needed to return to Tufts it was completed with the utmost attention to my horse's well being. Their around the clock professional, medical and loving care led to Van Adel's complete recovery."
​-Marilyn Feeney, Warwick RI
"Ross Haven Farm has cared for my horses for over a decade. Whether it's working with lameness and rehab issues, foaling, or caring for my senior horses, they always do a wonderful job. The Kirker-Head's are kind and extremely knowledgeable. They love my horses as much as I do and I rest easy knowing that they are getting the best care every day. The facility is very peaceful and low stress for the horses and they really thrive there, especially while healing from medical issues. They receive top of the line veterinary care from Carl and the other associates from Tufts Veterinary. I can't recommend this farm enough!"
​-Betsy Smith, MA
"When my Morgan colt required specialized care for several weeks after undergoing surgery, Ross Haven Farm was able to provide the care, medical attention, and time that I could not during such an unexpected event. I always felt reassured and confident knowing my horse was getting such individual attention in the hands of such competent and knowledgeable professionals. I would not hesitate to recommend RHF to anyone and would absolutely use their great services again"
-Liz Tylawsky, Woodstock CT
"Hi, my name is Jamie. I am 12 years old. I own a miniature horse named Hot Stuff. He is very special to me, we do everything together. When he had to go to Ross Haven I was very sad, but once I got to and visit him things got better. Hot Stuff was happy and treated very good. He was cared for the way I would care for him myself, with love and hugs that he needed daily. They brushed him daily and gave his medication. They even put a stereo in his stall so he would not feel lonely. Ross Haven Farm did everything to make my horse feel like [he was] at home and me so I would not worry."
-Jamie Jo Sciopuccie, Meriden CT
Ross Haven Farm is a refuge for horses needing TLC, like my horse Oreo. This picturesque New England setting offers a beautiful, healing atmosphere, where I could depend on daily care for my horse while healing from a coronet injury. I spent hours each day, almost every day, for weeks visiting my horse and always feeling welcome, and met with friendly caring people from Dr. Kirker-Head to Mona and Pete, to other boarders who had extra carrots to share. I hope Oreo is on the mend now that he's home, but if we had to have further care, I would rest easier now that I know first hand what to expect at Ross Haven Farm."
-Elizabeth Menninger, Wakefield MA
"The overall care, communication, knowledge, support and facility is truly of the highest standards, certainly second to no other convalescent care facility in New England. Dr. Kirker-Head was always readily available to contact and kept us well apprised of our horses health and progress. Our horse was a patient at Ross Haven Farm for two months and had tendon surgery; we were always extremely welcomed to visit and our horse was incredibly well taken care of at Ross Haven Farm by Dr. Kirker-Head, Mona and Pete. Our horse received superior overall medical care; our horse was hand walked 3x per day for several weeks. Our horse's stall was kept impeccably clean; his feeding regimen was perfect for his needs. All overall costs were very reasonable, including transportation to and from Tufts University. My daughter and I completely trusted leaving our horse at Ross Haven Farm. We would strongly recommend RHF as a convalescence facility for your horse and for our horses if ever needed. The property of RHF provides a beautiful and peaceful atmosphere which is ideal for an equine convalescence facility."
-PJG and C&G, Maine 
"I can not say enough about the excellent care our horse received at Ross Haven Farm when he was recovering from a broken elbow. They were warm, caring, and always kept us informed. It was obvious our horse felt the same way in how he related to the whole Kirker-Head family when they visited him months [later] after his stay with them. He ran across the paddock when he saw them at the fence!"
- Donna JK Gartrell, Boston MA