Why Horses?
The horses 4 beat walk produces a 3-dimensional movement. While on a horse's back the movement transfers to the rider's pelvis, spine, and trunk. This movement simulates the correct walking pattern of the human gait and is used as a therapeutic modality for improving balance, coordination, and strength. Also, the human-equine environment creates an opportunity of enhanced empowerment, confidence, self-esteem and education.
Meet Our Herd
Bandit
Buckskin Quarter Horse (gelding)
Everyone loves Bandit. He is our grandpa in the barn who doesn't want to retire.
Lady
Grey Appendix (mare)
Safe and steady as she goes, Lady loves the attention she receives.
Nobie
Sorrel Haflinger (gelding)
Nobie is too cute for his own good, but empathic with the riders who need him.
Bud
Sorrel Haflinger (gelding)
Bud's work ethic is as solid as his stature.
Sponsored by Steve Wills DVM
Miss Sue
Grey Arabian (mare)
Beautiful and majestic in stature, Miss Sue is gentle of heart with our clients.
Sponsored by Mike and Bonnie Nance
Peanut
Sorrel Haflinger (gelding)
Peanut is a former carraige driving partner with a sense of humor.
Sponsored by Dr. Kerry Paape
Silk
Bay Morgan Cross (mare)
Majestic and experienced, Silk is maternal in her ways.
Sponsored by Earl Lawson
Stella
Paint Pony (mare)
A beauty in the prime of her life, Stella is learning the lessons maturity brings.
Tom
Dark Bay Thoroughbred (gelding)
Tom is a handsome, kind, gentle giant. He loves people and is a wonderful cooperative partner.
Sponsored by Bobby and Nancee
Woodward
Pixie
Chestnut Pony (mare)
A foxy pony with a big personality, Pixie is just the right size and shape for our young riders who need that extra support.
Duke
Quarter Horse - Morgan Cross (gelding)
Duke is a willing and able partner for our program.
Katie
Arab - Morgan Cross (mare)
A gem of a horse, willing, tolerant with all her riders.
