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:
- 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