Mission, vision and values

Assistant 

Kendall Farrow is an Instructor and Assistant at On The Bit, Inc (OTB). She holds five national Arabian Horse Association Top Ten Championship Awards and several regional and Scottsdale Arabian Horse Show Top Ten wins, training since age seven. At OTB, she is responsible for assisting with caring for our Champion Arabian and Half Arabian horses. Her work includes preparing individualized meal plans and managing tasks like blanketing and grooming. Farrow works closely with Head Trainer, Leigha Perry, preparing horses for and teaching lessons at the farm. Farrow enjoys communicating with these beautiful animals and sharing with others the means to do so, too.

Foreman

Saul Gonzalez is On The Bit, Inc.’s Foreman. In his role, Saul ensures the well-being of all animals on the ranch, overseeing their health, feeding, bedding, and overall cleanliness and maintenance.
Saul's love for horses and ranch life started at a young age, as he grew up surrounded by animals and a family deeply involved in ranching and horses. He began working in barns at the age of 19, gaining hands-on experience and developing a keen understanding of horse care and management. He occasionally enjoys riding the horses as well, further cementing his bond with these magnificent animals.
Saul's horse care and management training has been primarily through practical experience, learning from his work, and interactions with the horses themselves. Saul takes pride in the relationships he builds with the horses, as he gets to see and interact with them daily. He believes that spending time with the horses creates a bond, and he enjoys the moments when the horses recognize him and eagerly await their morning care. Saul is also responsible for managing the horses' diet, which typically includes grass, alfalfa, and hay grass, with the specific details determined by Leigha, the head trainer at On The Bit, Inc. 
His dedication to the well-being of the horses and maintaining a clean and organized ranch environment is evident in his meticulous approach to his work as the Foreman at On The Bit, Inc.

Groom

Josh Shelby is one of On The Bit, Inc.'s dedicated grooms, responsible for providing top-notch care for the horses. His duties include brushing and washing the horses and managing essential leg and foot care. In addition, he takes care of lunging the horses, ensuring they are well-prepared for rides and receive daily exercise.
Josh's love for horses began at a young age, and by the time he was nine years old, he was already mastering the basics of riding. At On The Bit, Inc., he continues to hone his skills by training with his own horse, [add name here]. Through this experience, he not only perfects his ride but also gains valuable knowledge about horse care, nurturing his passion for these gentle and loving giants.
Outside of his work at On The Bit, Inc., Josh's favorite pastime is trail riding. During his spare time, you can often find him exploring the breathtaking Mt. Diablo trails. He cherishes the opportunity to ride the trails conveniently located near On The Bit, Inc.'s farm, allowing him to indulge in his passion whenever possible.