Our Horses

 

Andy
Foaled: May 1, 1992
Breed: Thoroughbred
Sex: Gelding
Previous Job: Hunter/Jumper
Character: Black Beauty. Tall, lanky boy that cooperates with every level of therapy rider but loves serious arena and over-poll work too. He will arch his beautiful neck, tuck his head, and work all day if you wanted to.

Andy is sponsored by Charna Sugar

 

 

 

 

Duncan
Foaled: 1990
Breed: Quarter Horse
Sex: Gelding
Previous Job: Pleasure/Trail/Lesson
Character: Would curl up in your lap if he could. Duncan looks to each rider to be his best friend and could stand to be brushed, pet, or hugged all day. Duncan provides excellent schooling to riders who are beginning through those who are advanced.

 

 

 

 

 

Klaus
Foaled: 2001
Breed: Paint Quarter Horse
Sex: Gelding
Previous Job: Pleasure/Trail
Character: If anyone is a poster child it’s Klaus.  Actually, he has posed for more pictures than any horse here as part of his previous career was a model horse for a photographer.  Klaus has become quite popular – not only for his looks, but for his steady gait and personality too!

 

 

 

Jack
Foaled: April 5, 1978
Breed: Quarter Horse
Sex: Gelding
Previous Job: Cow horse/Pleasure
Character: Stoic, steadfast and knows his job. Jack will meet you at the gate to come out and participate in the day’s lessons and ground training. He will put his head down according to the height of the person taking him out so they have an easy time haltering him too.

Jack is sponsored by Rosella Childers

 

 

Embar
Foaled: 1981
Breed: Polish Arabian
Sex: Gelding
Previous Job: Endurance race horse
Character: Best buddy who will follow you anywhere. Embar’s playful nature encourages smiles and interaction and an instant bond. His youthful spirit has allowed riders to learn either English or Western and look very good while doing it.

Embar is sponsored by Rosella Childers

 

 

Big Boy
Foaled: 2004
Breed: Percheron
Sex: Gelding
Previous Job: Pleasure
Character: Big and beautiful and all about his tummy!  Big Boy is our largest horse in the herd as well as our youngest.  He is learning all about the difference between his space and your space and the fact that they are not the same.  Eager for treats, this guy is both huge in presence and personality.

 

 

 

 

 

Abu
Foaled: 1992
Breed: Arabian
Sex: Gelding
Previous Job: Hunter/Jumper
Character: Our little unicorn! With a beautiful face, like that of the mythical unicorn, and a winning personality, Abu is quick to win the adoration of anyone he is near. Therapy, Western, English – he does it all – with a swish in his tail and a spring in his step.

 

 

 

 

 

Dexter
Foaled: 1995
Breed: Welsh Pony
Sex: Gelding
Previous Job: Show Horse
Character: He may be the smallest in the herd – but he sure doesn’t think so!  Dexter has a big man attitude and is willing to challenge anyone who thinks that small equates easy.  He is an expert mover in dressage and hunt/jump and can give you a workout on the ground too.

 

 

 

 

Carmel
Foaled: 2000
Breed: Mustang/Thoroughbred
Sex: Gelding
Previous Job: Pleasure
Character: Carmel is a smart one – quick to nod “Yes” for a treat and play any arena game you are smart enough to engage him in.  He wants to move and work, both mentally and physically and is an excellent Western Pleasure horse for our advanced riders.  His Mustang/Thoroughbred cross breeding has produced a stout body, pretty face, and gaits that nearly float.

 

 

 

 

Champ
Foaled: 1993
Breed: Quarter Horse
Sex: Gelding
Previous Job: Show horse/Pleasure/ Trail
Character: Mr. Easy Going.  Champ stepped off the trailer, looked around, and acted like he had been with us since the day he was born.  Happy to go slow and easy to work with, Champ is everyone’s hero!

 

 

 

 

Peaches
Foaled: 1984
Breed: Tennessee Walking Horse
Sex: Mare
Previous Job: Show horse/Brood mare/ Pleasure
Character: Warm and fuzzy. Peaches can handle therapy riders on some of their worst days. She is patient, unflinching, and willing to work until her rider can end on a great note.

Peaches is sponsored by the Nordson Corporation

 

 

 

Mr. Te
Foaled: February 11, 1987
Breed: Quarter Horse
Sex: Gelding
Previous Job: Pleasure/Trial
Character: With a sweet soul, Mr. Te became an instant success the week he came to join us. Pleasant, willing and sturdy, Mr. Te fits into the herd as if he’s been working our routine for his whole life.

 

 

 

 

 

Dance
Foaled: 2003
Breed: Friesian
Sex: Mare
Previous Job: Pleasure
Character: Big, beautiful – and she knows it!  Dance participates in Horses for Heroes, therapy, and able-bodied riding, and has a faithful following from all three.  With thoughtful eyes and a patient spirit she has become an easy choice for any lesson.

 

 

 

Island
Foaled: 1998
Breed: Thoroughbred
Sex: Gelding
Previous Job: Pleasure
Character: Stout and hearty, Island is a solid horse with lots of flexibility.  His days move between therapy and able-bodied lessons and you will be his favorite person in the world if you will just let him eat some grass.  Island has soulful eyes that take quick measure to see if you’re on board with his plan or not.

 Island is sponsored by the Nordson Corporation

 

 

 

JD
Foaled: 2003
Breed: Thoroughbred
Sex: Gelding
Previous Job: Police Horse
Character: Perfection in progress – JD is looking for calm and confident riders.  If you’re okay with something, so is he – he has had terrific desensitization.  But, don’t be in a hurry – you’ll ruffle his feathers – and he’s all about being collected and quiet.

 

 

 

 

Pegasus
Foaled: 1992
Breed: Appendix Quarter Horse
Sex: Gelding
Previous Job: Show/Pleasure/Trial
Character: Our other horse with wings – Pegasus!  Sweet eyes, willing heart, and tall legs to carry you anywhere.  He is a favorite with our western riders and those who want to go straight from a walk into a canter (jogging is a lot of work you know!)

 

 

 

Tahoe
Foaled: 1991
Breed: Thoroughbred
Sex: Gelding
Previous Job: Show horse/Hunter/ Jumper
Character: Tall, leggy, and all about looking beautiful (although he gets dirtier than anyone else on a regular basis)!  Tahoe considers himself part of the human species and likes to be included in the circle when people are talking.  He majors in Communication as he is the one horse that has single hoofedly destroyed three cell phones (leave them in your pocket or he’ll get it!)

 

 

 

 

Teddy
Foaled: 1995
Breed: Arabian
Sex: Gelding
Previous Job: Show horse/Hunter/ Jumper
Character: Don’t let this boy’s sweet eyes and dropped head fool you – he’s out for the grass!  A perfect gentleman in the stall or arena – and quite a mover and looker too.  Compact, quick, and strong!