Rivendale Shires

Rivendale Shires is a breeder of Shire horses in Loveland, CO, serving Northern Colorado near Denver. With more than a decade of experience, it adheres to registry guidelines and ensures each horse undergoes regular veterinary screenings, soundness exams and recommended health testing. Foals experience early handling in a pasture-based setting that promotes calm temperaments and social confidence.

They follow balanced nutrition plans tailored to draft breeds, combining forage-based diets with seasonal adjustments to support sound feet and strong conformation. Gary W. Dunning maintains hands-on involvement from foaling through basic training, and complete health records and breeding documentation are provided for transparency. Their Shire lines trace to established bloodlines and are registered with recognized associations that uphold traditional standards for draft horses. The farm’s quiet surroundings and transparent practices have earned positive feedback from neighbors and buyers for honesty and consistent temperament in its horses.