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Our Herd
Laird
Breed:
Westphalian
Color:
Dark Bay
Gender:
Gelding
Laird is the newest member of our herd. He is on free lease from his family in Lake Worth, FL. His family shares him with us so that his sweet personality and kind, gentle nature can do good in the world while providing him with a meaningful and low-impact semi-retirement. He is very good in the round pen, working relationally, and is a quiet giant for the small children who love to groom him and give him pats.
Harley
Breed:
Pony
Color:
Sorrel
Gender:
Mare
Harley is our mid-sized pony mare. She is the youngest of our herd and is still finding her way in the world. Harley has made tremendous progress since arriving at Healing Hooves. When she arrived she would not eat carrots, only store bought treats and was nervous about most everything. Despite Harley’s nerves she has shown great courage as she tries her very best to rise to any task and to do so with the care of her rider in mind. It has taken Harley some time but she has finally begun to express her own needs for space in the herd. Now she enjoys carrots, being groomed and carrying small riders.
Denny
Breed:
Quarter Arab Cross
Color:
Buckskin
Gender:
Gelding
Denny was free leased to us from Gainesville. His home in Gainesville felt he would be a great fit for our herd, where he could have a job that would be fun, enriching, and purposeful. We were lucky enough to have him for four years full of hijinks, humor, and fun. Denny revels in the joy of life and is now back home living with his best donkey friend, Tito, and others.
Jenny
Breed:
Miniature
Color:
Paint
Gender:
Mare
Jenny was donated along with Mariah. Having lived together for many years Mariah and Jenny have a dynamic relationship and a very developed bond. Jenny, our smallest equine, carries the largest attitude. Jenny prefers smaller handlers and is extremely good at asking for what she needs. Boundaries are very important to Jenny. She is happiest when pulling a cart and rolling on hay when turned out.
Bleu
Breed:
Quarter Horse
Color:
Blue Roan
Gender:
Gelding
Bleu came to our herd in 2017. He had much to learn about healthy relationships. Over the years, Bleu has settled into our herd and become a trusted partner. He is sensitive and cares very much about his riders. When someone is off balance, he will quietly wait for everyone to get situated before he’ll carry on. He needs congruency and will always let us know when dysregulation enters the chat.
In Memory
Penelope
Breed:
Hafflinger
Color:
Palomino
Gender:
Mare
Penelope was the embodiment of calm and patience. She enjoyed bubble baths and grooming sessions as well as hanging in the pasture with Charlie. Penelope was happy to listen to clients and graze nearby, offering her nose as reassurance every so often. While only briefly part of our herd, we are very happy to have known her and shared time with her.
Hank
Breed:
Quarter Horse
Color:
Paint
Gender:
Gelding
Hank came to our program from a loving home that had two very small children that enjoyed his company. He was loved very much but the time needed to care for his small friends and himself was too short, his owner listed him for re-homing. When we met him we knew he would be a loving cautious addition to our herd and we are delighted to have him. Hank enjoys teaching Goldie about equine friendships, trail rides, games and learning new things. Hank is happiest when being loved on, turned out in the cool weather and eating carrots.
Charlie
Breed:
Grade
Color:
Chestnut
Gender:
Gelding
Adopted from Replay Polo in Wellington, FL, as Ferrari, Charlie became a fast friend to many. While his health was a consistent challenge, he was strong and determined to live his best life. Charlie adamantly chose to live outside no matter what the weather. He could be found at the edge of the paddock greeting all that came by and asking for snacks. His lasting lessons about boundaries, empowerment, and fresh starts will remain in our hearts forever.
Goldie
Breed:
Hanoverian German Warmblood
Color:
Chestnut
Gender:
Mare
Goldie is our most senior member. She was generously care leased to our program by Erinwood Sporthorses. Goldie is a retired USEF champion show jumper with a delightful personality and much patience. Goldie has had a long career of carrying young riders. Despite her large size she is the most gentle and forgiving equine in our herd. Her life as a show horse demanded many moves and varied environments; we are so glad to be able to provide purposeful and respectful retirement. She has, for most likely the first time in her life, the opportunity to make deep horse friendships and understand what it is like to be in a herd that accepts and loves her. Courageously Goldie is learning what it is like to be a part of a steady herd.
Mariah
Breed:
Arabian
Color:
Gray
Gender:
Mare
Mariah and Jenny were the first to join the Healing Hooves Herd. Supple to work with, Mariah brings a cautious readiness to her work with clients. Mariah knows what it is like to not have a voice; watching her find her way back to expression has been rewarding. Mariah often reminds the others in her herd that she requires respectful interactions.
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