5W RANCH/Underwater Treadmill

"Donna and the entire 5W team's attention to detail is unmatched in our industry. 
From the moment our horses arrive until they return to our farm, I can rest assured 
knowing they are receiving the best of care and nutrition. The Underwater Treadmill 
is a great alternative for conditioning our younger horses without the concussion of 
traditional hard ground. Donna is only a phone call away and always has a well 
informed, intelligent update on their progress. The 5W Ranch has quickly became a 
staple in our show horse program!"                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                
Justin Billings
Billings Quarter Horses Inc.
Home of A Moonlit Invitation

…thank you for all you have done for our Don’t Skip Zip prospects….Since our horses have been going to “Swim Camp,” they are stronger, quieter, and take less time to prepare for the show pen. Our two year olds have developed muscles in their back, stifle, and have more stay in their hocks….We love how you are able to alter your program to fit each individual horse and their needs.  I have no concerns referring people with unsound horses, horses lacking strength or youngsters to you; and have only heard wonderful things from them in return.  You have always gone above and beyond for us and our horses.  Thank you again.
Clarice Cooper and Ryan Shot
Cooper Quarter Horses, Home of Don’t Skip Zip

“The 5W Ranch’s ‘whole horse’ program is a complete, very disciplined program that conditions horses for better performance.  I’ve been impressed with the Underwater Treadmill’s ability to build and strengthen muscle without the horses becoming sore.”
Bill Berry, DVM
Berry Animal Clinic
Piedmont, Alabama

 I have used her [Donna Witt Preskitt] services on several occasions and am very pleased with their [horses] progress on the Underwater Treadmill.  I’ve noticed a big difference in muscle tone.  I can take a horse from the show string, send it to [the 5W Ranch] and its neck will be sweat, coat conditioned and maintained.  The hose will come back in better shape than when it left, ready to step back into the [show] ring.  I’ve took her [Donna Witt Preskitt] a horse that was lame and over in the knees.  After 3 months,  the 2-year old was able to go back in the [show] ring – sound.  Since the 2-year old did so well, we’ve since sent her a second horse with similar issues.  I am pleased with the way Donna runs her business and keeps in touch with the owner.  I have sent several customers [to the 5W Ranch] and intend to send several more in the future.
The late Randy Wilson
AQHA, NSBA and PHBA Judge

Allow me to say that the conditioning that Gunner [a/k/a Radical Renegade] received at the 5W Ranch was remarkable.  His development exceeded my expectations, his size is that of a 2 year old as a yearling.  He is sleek, athletic, and toned...everything a western pleasure horse should be.  He was cared for 24/7, and communication with the 5W Ranch was always available.  I was continually kept in the loop regarding his progress.  [The] 5W Ranch offers a knowledgeable and caring team, and operates a first-class, state-of-the-art facility, second to none.  Thank you from the bottom of my heart!!!!
Annette Snowden
Owner and Amateur

“I have ridden 5 horses that have come from the program [at the 5W Ranch], and have never set on horses that have been so strong at such a beginning level of their training….  These horses are strong over their backs, good through the stifles and very deep in the heart girth! All of these points are a plus when you can start with a colt who is already strong and developed from the beginning.  I do not believe that I can make a horse as strong on their backs as the people at 5W [Ranch] can with the underwater treadmill.  When it comes down to it, a stronger, healthier and more fit horse is going to out-perform all others.  This is what I get out of the program from [the] 5W Ranch.”
KC Knoch,  Trainer
Rich-Pittman Show Horses [Western Pleasure]

‘The underwater treadmill [at the 5W Ranch] is the equine equivalent of an elite health and beauty spa – a total body makeover from the inside out done through diet and exercise.  There is no arguing with the results, for they speak volumes about the quality of what Donna and her crew can accomplish.   The health of the animal is her primary focus.…what happens to the horse in the way of strength and conditioning comes on a greater scale simply because his body has the fuel to power his motor.  What you see is what you get—a lean, fit muscle machine!”
Dr. Bill and Mrs. Marion Brakefield
Owners of AQHA and PBHA World and Congress Champion JMK Malibu Ken

“We think your [5W Ranch Underwater Treadmill] program added strength and muscling to Louie [APHA – Just Like A Man].   It made him look way more mature and added muscle tone over the atrophied area where his injury occurred.  It also added balance to his hips and stifles and evened his stride as well. We have high hopes for him not only at this year’s Paint World Show in the HUS Challenge, but also for a long term-show horse for Cindy.”
Tim and Cindy Snapp
Owners Zipman, Four-Time World Show Western Pleasure Buckle Winner www.zipman.com