he horses in our program are very special. They are chosen for their character, disposition and the benefits they can offer our riders. Horses must be calm and patient, well trained and easy to ride. Size is also an important consideration when trying to select horses for RTES. The ideal therapy horse is between 14 and 15.2 hh. Of utmost importance is soundness and good health. The riders in our program look forward to their rides each week and our horses must be ready to work both physically and mentally. They must be able to be happy in their work if they are to be successful “therapists” to our riders.
If you are looking to place a horse you feel would be suitable for our program, please contact us. There are times that we may be looking for an addition to our herd or we may need to replace one of our invaluable partners who may be ready to begin a new life of retirement.
Benjamin or "Ben"
Ben belongs to Sandra. He is a 24 year old POA/Thoroughbred cross gelding. He is clever and loves to be the centre of attention.
Dandy - Retired April 4, 2010
Dandy is a 26 year old Appaloosa gelding who worked in our program as an equine therapist for 9 years. He has recently retired to a new home with a well known dressage coach where he will be helping to raise a 6 year old girl and and an 8 year old boy. It's a beautiful farm with lots of equine companions and pasture. Although we will miss him, it is great to see him so happy and we are thrilled that he has a new family who will be able to care for him so well through his senior years.
Victor
Victor joined the team in 2008. He is a 16 year old quarter horse gelding with a wonderful personality. Victor was purchased with funds that were generously donated by Ronald McDonald House Charities. Victor has a higher level of training and is suitable for many of our riders who are developing their riding skills.
Harley
Harley is a 21 year old Quarter Horse/Draft cross and stands 15.3 hands high. Donated by Scott Vanjoff, he is a former event horse with a huge heart and a desire to take care of his riders.
Ginny Weasley
Ginny, at 9 years old, is the baby of the bunch. She is a quarter horse cross mare with the sweetest disposition you could ever wish for.
