About Equine Quarantine
Equine Quarantine at Ossian Ventures is home to a team of equine professionals who work alongside some of the top veterinarians in the country at a world-class facility. Our equestrian quarantine facility in Wellington, Florida, is designed to meet the unique needs of the Wellington equestrian community, providing top-tier care for horses arriving for competition and training.
With years of experience in equine health, quarantine protocols, and sport horse management, our staff is dedicated to providing expert care. Our expertise ensures that every horse receives individualized attention, adhering to the highest health, safety, and performance care standards.
Meet The Equine Quarantine Team
Richard M. Faver
Founder
Equestrians widely recognize Rich Faver as one of the most experienced and knowledgeable professionals in the equine quarantine industry. A former partner of South Florida Equine Quarantine, he has handled thousands of horses, including over a thousand stallions, all of which he has personally worked with and bred.
With strict safety protocols refined through years of hands-on experience, Rich prioritizes the well-being of both stallions and test mares. A lifelong horseman and former rodeo cowboy, he has developed a deep understanding of horse behavior. In recent years, he has found great satisfaction in starting young horses on the ground and retraining those with behavioral challenges.
His true passion lies in working with stallions for breeding, collecting, or CEM quarantine. Over the years, he has handled many elite stallions across multiple disciplines, including Jumpers, Hunters, Arabians, and Thoroughbreds.
Sara L. Williamson
Partner
Sara Williamson owns Ossian Ventures and co-founded its quarantine facility. A lifelong competitor, she has shown across the Eastern United States and Canada, including at prestigious venues like Spruce Meadows.
Throughout her career, Sara has had the privilege of working with industry legends such as Norman Dello Joio, Leslie Burr-Howard, and Molly Ashe-Cawley. With firsthand experience importing numerous horses, she designed a state-of-the-art facility ideally suited for quarantine, ensuring top-level care and safety.
Dr. Jordan Lewis
Veterinarian
Dr. Jordan Lewis is a veterinarian with Palm Beach Equine Clinic, the largest equine hospital in South Florida. A 2004 graduate of the University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine, she completed her internship and surgical training at The Equine Medical Center in Ocala, Florida.
For more than ten years, Dr. Lewis has served as Rich Faver’s quarantine veterinarian, establishing herself as one of the most experienced CEM quarantine veterinarians in the industry. With extensive knowledge of quarantine protocols and regulatory requirements, she ensures that every horse completes the process as efficiently and safely as possible.