Veterans Equine Therapeutic Services

11/07/2025

Thank you to Milania Shilosky Racing . We are proud to be one of there sponsors.

MSM is owned by Glenn Shilosky; an Iraq war veteran; so to say he, Milania and the MSM team are honored to have V.E.T.S. (Veterans Equine Therapeutic Services) as a sponsor would be an understatement.
V.E.T.S. is an amazing organization that provides a serene place for military veterans to go for therapeutic healing through equine-related activities by highly skilled instructors and trained volunteers.

For more information about our organization, please visit us on our website at www.vetsct.org
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11/05/2025

Ruck Up Outdoor School Update!

We had a small but mighty turnout for this weekend’s Bushcraft Knife Skills class — and what a great time we had! Participants learned how to safely handle and use bushcraft knives to carve, make simple tools, and even start fires using just their knife.

Ruck Up Outdoor School is free to all active-duty service members, veterans, first responders, and corrections officers.

We’re hoping to host one more class before the end of the season — if you’re interested in joining us, send us a message or reach out today!

11/03/2025

A Heartfelt Thank You to American Legion Post 128 – Niantic, CT

We want to extend our deepest gratitude to American Legion Post 128 in Niantic for their generous donation to Veterans Equine Therapeutic Services.

We had a wonderful morning at the barn as Post members joined us for our Saturday Equine Program, learning firsthand how horses help veterans, service members, and first responders reconnect, heal, and grow.

Your support and generosity mean the world to us and the veterans we serve. Thank you for standing with us in this mission!

10/28/2025

Honoring Our First Responders

Today, on National First Responders Day, we pause to recognize the incredible men and women who answer the call day or night to keep our communities safe.

At Veterans Equine Therapeutic Services, we are proud to serve alongside many firefighters, EMTs, police officers, correctional officers, and dispatchers who join our programs to find peace, connection, and purpose through our horses and outdoor initiatives.

Your courage and selfless dedication inspire us every day. From all of us at V.E.T.S., thank you for what you do and for the heart you bring to every mission.

10/23/2025

Always Remember.

10/22/2025

We’re so proud to recognize V.E.T.S. supporter Scott Freyer, who recently had the incredible honor of being chosen as Walt Disney World’s Veteran of the Day.

Scott shared his experience in his own words below a moving reminder of the gratitude and recognition our veterans so richly deserve.

These are his words:

“Today, I had the absolute honor of being chosen as Walt Disney World’s Veteran of the Day. I participated in the flag retreat (colors), marched in a parade down Main Street at the Magic Kingdom and there was a private ceremony held away from everyone with some cast members and my family. Every single Disney cast member that participated in the ceremony also lined up to shake my hand. Very surreal to hear your name, branch and rank read over the announcing system in Magic Kingdom during a ceremony in the busiest theme park on earth. I’ve been coming to WDW since I was a little kid, and never once did I ever think I would be chosen to be a part of something so humbling, honorable and tremendous. I literally had no words, but I did have a few tears. Thank you Walt Disney World for making this a day I will never forget, especially with my Mom & Dad present.”

👏 Please join us in congratulating Scott on this well-deserved recognition and in thanking him for his service.

10/20/2025

Still Fighting Home.

Wyaitt Strother · Still Fighting Home · Song · 2025

10/07/2025

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month

At Veterans Equine Therapeutic Services, we honor and stand beside all those whose lives have been touched by breast cancer survivors, warriors, families, and caregivers alike.

Just as our horses help teach resilience, strength, and trust, we recognize those same qualities in the countless individuals fighting this disease every day. This month, we ride in solidarity, spreading hope and awareness for early detection, support, and healing.

Join us in wearing pink, sharing knowledge, and showing love to those in your life who are walking this journey. Together, we are stronger in and out of the arena.