Meet our Rescued HorsesAt Hoof Prints to Freedom we take in unwanted/mistreated horses for rehabilitation and inclusion in our programs. Every horse has something to teach us, and even new horses that may still have medical or behavioral challenges are used in our programs when it is safe and beneficial for both them and the student. This may include round pen work, ground work, grooming or simply sharing space. Most of our horses are rideable, and some even come from performance backgrounds. But no matter their history, we specialize in giving each horse the very best care to ensure they are healthy, happy, and love their jobs.
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DiegoDiego is a chestnut Tennesse Walking Horse, born around 1997 who was given up several years ago for extreme aggression towards people. After lots of TLC, clear boundaries and understanding he is now a sweet mellow horse who loves being groomed and going for rides. He is the lead horse in our herd. With clear communication, Diego will travel by your side.
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GretchenGretchen is a Clydesdale mare, born in 2001, who was used as broodmare in the Premarin (PMU) industry before she came to the ranch. She still bears the marks of her time in the pharmaceutical industry in the numbers branded on her side. Since Gretchen arrived at the ranch in 2010 she has learned to trust people and can now be handled and ridden by children and adults of all ages, Though she still doesn't feel comfortable with people touching her ears, she has come a long way. Riding Gretchen feels like sitting on a big couch!
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KodaKoda is a big boy, but don't let his size fool you--he's one of the youngest horses at the ranch. He was a Premarin (PMU) foal, essentially a by-product of the pharmaceutical industry. At nearly 19 hands, he towers over all the other horses, but he's a big kid at heart. Mischievous and often silly, Koda is a lot of fun to work with and will keep you on your toes. He is maturing mentally and physically and is learning the fine points of carrying a rider.
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RushmoreRushmore is an Appendix Quarter Horse (half Thoroughbred, half Quarter Horse), who was raised for the racetrack. Prone to infections in his feet, Rushmore became extremely wary of having his sore feet handled. Now with daily picking out and gentle handling, his feet are healthy and he's a happy, well-adjusted horse.
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PrairiePrairie is a buckskin Mustang, born in 2008. She was born wild and ran in a herd of other Mustangs until a few years ago when she was rounded up by the government adopted from the Bureau of Land Management. She came to the ranch after her original adopters found they weren't prepared to train a wild horse. She is kind and smart, and is now a favorite for people who feel most comfortable working with smaller horses, as she is technically a pony, at under 14.2 hands.
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StanleyStanley is a bay off-the track Thoroughbred born in 1990, who came to us several years ago. After his racing days he was retrained as a riding horse, but eventually was deemed too aggressive to ride or handle. Now he is a happy, healthy horse and a valued member of the herd.
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SaritaSarita is a chestnut Arabian mare who came to the ranch when her owner needed to rehome her and couldn't find anywhere suitable for her to go. She is every bit the typical delicate-looking Arabian, but don't let her petite build fool you, she's built for endurance and intelligence. She is very well-trained and has befriended Bowie since her arrival into the herd in August 2012.
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BowieBowie came to us in 2007 as an 18-year old registered Paint Quarter Horse. He is one of our most eye-catching horses, with his flashy Paint coloring and one blue eye. With his rock-solid temperament, Bowie is our go-to horse for students who need a full-size horse as opposed to a pony, but don't be fooled, Bowie still has a mind of his own and will make sure students are paying attention on the trail.
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RustyIn his mid-twenties, Rusty is the most "mature" horse in the bunch. He is a dapper bay roan Quarter Horse who has been retired from riding due to arthritis in his front legs and a swayed back. Now he spends his days basking in the sun, being groomed, munching hay and looking forward to his daily extra feed and senior supplements.
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