Welcome to Bit of Heaven Ranch! We breed and sell exceptional, naturally gaited Tennessee Walking Horses, paying close attention to conformation, bloodlines, and most of all, temperament! We are located in beautiful eastern Iowa, just an hour from Cedar Rapids and Davenport. We hope you enjoy your stay here at the ranch. Please feel free to contact us if you have any questions, or are interested in the horses we breed here at the ranch.

Bit of Heaven Ranch in partnership with Terrye Anne Ranch, Ramona, California has added 2 more stunning and talented Stallions to Bit of Heaven Ranch. Whiskey's Collage & Prides Gold Profile arrived early 2006. Information regarding these Stallions and additional broodmares have been added to the website!

Gay Cichowski... I have been riding horses all my life. An accident whilst riding in 1992 changed my whole world as I knew it. The doctors told me that I would always be in pain when I walked or moved around, and that it might lead to a life in a wheelchair someday... and riding? Well, they told me not to plan on being able to do that anymore... My determination and deep love of horses motivated me to prove the experts wrong.

I began riding Tennessee Walking Horses because their smooth gait makes it comfortable for me to ride since my injury. I have now fulfilled a lifelong dream... owning and breeding Tennessee Walking horses.

I moved to Iowa in 1996 when I found a beautiful 45 acre ranch in Oxford Junction. It is located 45 miles NW of Davenport and 45 miles SE of Cedar Rapids. I call my ranch "Bit of Heaven" because of its gorgeous view and placid setting, and because it is by His grace that I am able to enjoy life after my injury.

Along with my son Rob & daughter Nickie, I operate a small breeding farm focusing on quality of temperament, gait, and conformation in Tennessee Walkers. I also credit my significant other, Kevin, with being a great asset during the breeding season. Bit of Heaven Ranch stresses that all the mares are bred in-hand. This guarantees good coverage by the stallion, and a good, controlled situation.

Join our "family"! When you purchase a horse from us you will never be alone. We will be there to help you, whether it is learning to ride a Tennessee Walking horse or if you have a problem, WE WILL BE THERE FOR YOU!

We thank you for taking the time to visit Bit of Heaven. If you have any questions or would like more information on our breeding program or available stock, please contact us!

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