Equine Intake Form

We Are Seeking Horse Heroes!

  • 14-15.3 hh
  • Ages 6-16
  • Unflappable, well-trained, sound in all gaits
  • Calm demeanor; able to tolerate beginner and unbalanced riders.
  • Great temperament and loves people

About Our Equines

Our equines at Hearts & Horses are the true heroes of our program. To become a member of our herd is a great honor, as these equine athletes are chosen with extreme care. The ideal therapy horse is sound, has an unflappable temperament and unlimited heart. Hearts & Horses occasionally accepts equines as a donation or through a purchase agreement to our program. More frequently, however, equines are leased on a long-term commitment to Hearts & Horses.

Our equines have come from many different backgrounds including the show arena, ranch work, and trail riding. If you have an equine you’d like Hearts & Horses to consider for our program, please read our criteria below:

Each equine considered for Hearts & Horses must:
  • Be completely sound in all four limbs. It is essential that our equines have a free-moving stride at the walk, trot and canter and are capable of smooth transitions
  • Have a solid, strong back and be physically fit
  • Be well trained under saddle to respond to all four aids: hands, legs, seat and voice
  • Be unflappable (nothing bothers them)
  • Have full and complete vision
  • Be forgiving of an inexperienced/unbalanced/uncoordinated rider
  • Be between 6 and 16 years of age (age exceptions are sometimes made-depending on equine’s physical/mental condition)
  • Be comfortable around a variety of people and with other equines in a herd, at a tie rail, in cross ties, or standing alone

If you think your equine meets our criteria, please fill out the “Equine Intake Profile” below.

Equine Intake Profile Form

Thank you for your interest! We look forward to hearing more about your equine!
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