Board & Training
Archway offers an all-inclusive package that combines the instruction of the rider with the training of and caring for the horse.
Our training program allows riders and horses to build confidence and compete in the horse show circuits. Whether members are ready for a local horse show or a large nationally-rated event, Archway helps riders prepare to compete at their level. Join us and experience exceptional horsemanship under the guidance of USHJA Certified Trainers.
Additionally, we coordinate all the care of your horse and use only top veterinarians, integrated medicine practitioners and farriers. Below is a list of some of the key partners that help deliver the type of care your pony or horse deserves.
Our Horse-care Providers
Dr. Liz Devine, DVM, MS, DACVS
Dr. Liz Devine was born and raised in the suburbs of Chicago and learned to ride hunter/jumper horses at an early age. She received her bachelor’s degree in equine science from Colorado State University and attended Iowa State University for veterinary school. Upon graduation, she completed an internship at Oakridge Equine Hospital, a surgical referral center outside Oklahoma City, where she had the opportunity to work on a variety of western performance and racehorses. Following her internship, Dr. Devine went to Kansas State University, where she completed a surgical residency and her Master of Science. Her research at K-State focused primarily on pain management in the post-operative patient.
She was hired as a faculty member at Kansas State after the completion of her residency and provided emergency coverage for both the surgery and medicine services. Dr. Devine became a Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Surgeons in 2013. She joined Pilchuck in March 2014 and her practice focuses on lameness and sports medicine, as well as surgery. Outside her veterinary practice, she enjoys reading, hiking, pottery and spending time with her two dogs.
Stephanie Meyer, DVM, Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist & Chiropractor
Dr. Stephanie Meyer received her DVM from Texas A&M University in 2006. She then completed a one-year rotating internship in large-animal medicine and surgery at Pilchuck Veterinary Hospital in 2007. Dr. Meyer returned to Pilchuck after completing a three-year residency in 2010 in large-animal internal medicine at the University of Florida in Gainesville, and receiving certification as a large-animal acupuncturist from the Chi Institute in Ocala, Florida. In 2012, she received her certification in veterinary chiropractic at Options for Animals. Dr. Meyer's clinical expertise includes general internal medicine and large-animal acupuncture with special interests in equine cardiology, neonatal emergency and critical care, and complementary medicine modalities, including acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine.
Casey Sorita, Therapy Corner Store
Therapy Corner Store (TCS) was established in the Pacific Northwest in 2000. Founder, Joan Sorita has been a horse enthusiast for over 50 years. Also having a passion for healing it was natural for her to find outlets in the industry for Equine Sports Massage. Joan also acquired specializing in Canine and People massage. After almost 20 years in the Northwest TCS has grown to become one of the most successful Equine Sports Therapy businesses on the West Coast.
In 2004 TCS became a family business. Joan’s daughter, Casey a graduate of NWSAM and NABCAAM Certified followed in Joan’s footsteps to become now a very sought after Equine Sports Therapist traveling World Wide. You can now find her primarily on the Hunter Jumper West Coast Circuit along with Spruce Meadows, Indoors back East and the Top shows for the NRHA.
Joanna Bornowski is an Intuitive Animal Communicator and Facilitator of Intuitive Access. Her company, The Wild Thread was born from years of apprenticeship and studies with the late Lynn Getz; Color Therapist, Medicinal Essential Essence Consultant, Consciousness Ascension Master and Intuitive Guide. Intensive training with Lynn, plant medicine studies and years of intuitive work has built the foundation for her offerings.
Joanna uses the oldest medicine on the planet, intuition and energy work to bring body, mind and emotions into harmony and the present.
Increase flow - prioritizing satisfaction and connection
Reduce stressful decisions and transitions - resource heart, body and mind equally
Achieve goals - link intelligence to the desires of your soul
Deepen relationships - with yourself, your horse or others
Enhance wisdom and purpose - Engage your Wild Thread
Brandi Holohan, DVM, Equine General Practitioner, Dentistry and Reproduction
After graduating from the University of Wisconsin, College of Veterinary Medicine in 2000, Dr. Holohan was accepted for a one-year, post-doctoral internship at Pilchuck’s equine referral hospital. In July 2001, Dr. Holohan joined Pilchuck’s team of equine ambulatory doctors where her special interest has been mare and stallion reproductive management. Dr. Holohan has also furthered her skills in Equine Dentistry and offers full services to our clients both in hospital and in the field. On her weekends off, Dr. Holohan continues to enjoy outdoor activities with her husband, two sons, their Jack Russell terriers, cats, goats and chickens.