Kate
Kate is the horse with the blue eyes. Known for her good looks this girl will impress with her steady step too. Kate is one of our newest horses to the GRACE program, however an old hat at Therapeutic Riding. A blue eyed medicine hat paint mare, she is striking to look at with a beautiful personality to match.
Her riders feel a little extra joy with the fancy horse privilege as many think she belongs in a parade or on a carousel. She is 2004 model who we were blessed with in 2022. Kate has come to us with thanks to a grant from the Goreski Private Foundation and is a welcome addition to the team.
Black Beauty
Black Beauty is often the horse selected for the more advanced rider. She has great movement and makes the ride interesting every time. Also known as “Black” or “Beauty”, we have here a striking Standard-bred mare appropriately named after the celebrated horse in Anna Sewell’s book. Black Beauty is admired from afar for her incredible looks. Lucky for the program, she has a personality to match.
Being the youngest horse in our program who joined G.R.A.C.E. in 2017, Black Beauty is no newcomer to therapeutic riding, having previously worked at another center. As one of our bigger horses, she can comfortably carry larger riders, which she does willingly and with great care.
She is also trained in cart driving and knows how to pull heavy weights as well. Much appreciated for her gentle spirit, Black Beauty will likely be with us a long time, especially given her ability to handle several different tasks.
Rocky
Rocky is most loved for his big heart. He loves to reward his rider with a cuddle after a great ride.
Reggie
Reggie is an expert at standing still. This is especially important with a nervous rider. Many gain confidence with this fella
Misty
MISTY is the pony most start on as she is pokey and cute. She makes reaching and bending easy and also specializes in Hippotherapy and lead line classes. Misty has been a member of the G.R.A.C.E. team since 2011. Smaller in size, Misty has a way of being reassuring to potentially nervous, lighter riders.
Known as a delicate stepper, her caring personality and dainty build often make her an appealing option for first-time riders with whom she is particularly experienced. Her slow, gentle step makes it easy for new riders to maintain balance.
A paint pony, this lady is often admired for her distinctive appearance. So much so, that her natural spotted coat often generates interesting conversations, some times with young riders looking for shapes, which often leads to extra smiles.
A telling measure of success, as we see it.
Romeo
ROMEO. Specializes in Hippotherapy and lead line classes. Loved for his steady slow steps and his Fantastic mustache. Romeo joined G.R.A.C.E. in December of 2020. Romeo is of the Gypsy Vanner breed. These horses are known for their calmness and patience. With his superstar hair, feathers and rocking moustache, Romeo quickly became referred to as G.R.A.C.E.’s “poster boy”.
Born in 2007, Romeo has been a therapy horse for most of his life and is extensively trained as such. His big heart and gentle manners make him perfect for our program. His strength and steadiness mean that he is also a highly flexible worker. Not only can he carry heavy riders but could also pull one in a cart. Romeo knows and does it all!
His name seems to suit him admirably, by the way, as anyone who meets him is smitten by his dashing looks. “O Romeo, Romeo, wherefore art thou, Romeo?”
Paisley
Paisley is loved for her slow and gentle step. Beginners love they can trust her and more confident riders love the way she can move without too much asking.
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Our horses are the most important part of our G.R.A.C.E. Program. Their training and their patience are essential in keeping our riders safe while having fun. These horses are required to be kept at optimum health and wellness to ensure our program runs at its best. They work very hard for their care and deserve nothing less.
