$375 Per Month

Little Tree Horse Retirement is a specialized equine retirement facility that provides a comfortable environment for retired horses. We were established in 1997 based on the philosophy of providing high-quality care to retired horses in a pastoral setting. We know that horses are herd animals, and as such, find their security and comfort in that setting. We maintain an environment which will foster their natural instincts and allow these retired horses to live their lives in comfort.

For many of our retired horses living in a herd is a new experience. This is the first time they are truly allowed to be horses, enjoying the benefits of continuous companionship and the group security horses embrace. Our retired horses thrive in this natural setting with large expanses of pasture, intermixed with numerous ponds and wooded areas. Horses are fed and monitored daily and provided with run-in sheds for protection from weather, and stalls for any individuals who may need to be separated for special needs.

Little Tree Horse Retirement is located on 936 acres and is owned and operated by Corey Lieberman and Equine Veterinarian Alison LaCarrubba, DVM. Like many of our retirees, we are both transplants from the east coast. We moved to Missouri in 1997 from New York, and have called the Midwest our home ever since.

Dr. Alison LaCarrubba graduated from The University of Missouri, College of Veterinary Medicine in 2001. Alison went on to complete an internship at the University, specializing in equine medicine, surgery, and ambulatory practice. After a time in private practice, she returned to The University of Missouri, College of Veterinary Medicine, in 2003. In 2009 Dr. LaCarrubba became a Diplomate of the American Board of Veterinary Practitioners (Equine Practice). Currently, Dr. LaCarrubba heads the equine ambulatory service at the University and spends two to three months per year working in the hospital with the internal medicine service. The ambulatory service provides full care to equine clients in the mid-Missouri area, including our own herd. Having an equine veterinarian living at the retirement farm provides unique, round the clock care, that no other facility can offer.

Corey Lieberman manages the herd and is on the farm to provide oversight and necessary care and maintenance. His time is dedicated to maintaining the farm and a healthy herd. His job includes everything from daily feeding chores to fixing fences, mowing and fertilizing pastures, and everything in between.