Therapeutic Horses of Saratoga Dedicate Round Pen to Honor Dana Panetta

SARATOGA SPRINGS —Therapeutic Horses of Saratoga (THS) will dedicate its round pen structure in honor of longtime supporter Dana Panetta. Panetta has been around since the beginning of THS in 2018 and played a foundational role in the development of its Freedom Rein Program (FRP) serving Veterans and Service Members.

The FRP provides equine-assisted psychotherapy for the military community. “[Panetta’s] work with the FRP has helped create a space where Veterans and Service Members can find connection, support, and a sense of belonging. This dedication is a reflection of the lasting role she has played in building that foundation,” said Dr. Erin Christopher-Sisk, Founder and Executive Director.

The round pen, a central space for groundwork and connection at the farm and the primary location where Freedom Rein groups take place, serves as a fitting tribute to Panetta’s legacy. It represents not only the physical space where meaningful work happens every day, but also the relationships, trust, and progress that define the program.

For more information about all the programs Therapeutic Horses of Saratoga has to offer, visit: thsaratoga.org.