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Meet the Herd

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Jonah

  • Chestnut Haflinger

  • Gelding

  • 14 Hands

  • DOB: Approximately 2006

  • Arrival at Refuge: 2015

Jonah is a former Amish cart horse, and was donated to the Ranch in 2015. Jonah is probably the most versatile horse at the Ranch. He does it all! His short, but thick stature makes him especially ideal for our Freedom Reins program, in which he carries our special needs kiddos with the utmost care. 

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Orion

  • Chestnut Overo American Paint Horse

  • Gelding

  • 15 hands

  • DOB: Approximately 2002

  • Arrival at Refuge: 2017

Orion’s owner had more horses than she had time to ride, and believed he had the steady temperament to do the work of loving kids at the Ranch. She was absolutely right! He is a willing reliable friend to our crew. 

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Jed (Jedidah)

  • QH/Arabian? 

  • Gelding

  • 15 Hands

  • DOB: 2004

  • Arrival at Refuge: 2018

Jed’s owner was having trouble keeping weight on him and he had a severe case of rain rot. As a retired barrel horse, in the arena, his instinct is “speed,” but he is learning a more laid-back approach to life. He loves people and is kind and willing-- as sweet as they come! 

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Dahlia

  • Bay American Quarter Horse

  • Mare

  • 14.3 Hands

  • DOB: 2012

  • Arrival at Refuge: 2024 

Dahlia was a gift to the ranch. With an aging herd, we were in need of a younger horse for our programs, and Dahlia is a great addition. With her sweet temperament, lovely looks & kind eye, she is quickly becoming a favorite at the ranch.  

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Harley

  • Palomino Quarter Horse

  • Gelding

  • ​14.2 Hands

  • DOB: 2006

  • Arrival at Refuge: 2024

Harley is a former lesson horse that was purchased by a family who fell in love with his sweet, steady temperament. When they realized he was not being used as much as they had hoped, they thought of Refuge. While we have been looking to build a younger herd, Harley is such a seasoned, well trained boy, that we were thrilled to add him to our herd. He is a gentle, wonderful teacher, & a reliable w/t/c horse for both our beginning riders as well as those who’ve been in the saddle for years.

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Jackson 

  • Bay Appaloosa/White ​Blanket

  • ​Gelding

  • 14.3 Hands

  • DOB: Approximately 1995

  • Arrival at Refuge: 2008

Jackson was the very first horse to call Refuge Ranch home! This sweet gelding has taught countless kids and adults the fundamentals of riding… but far more importantly, he has been a faithful, steadying friend to so many. Despite an ornery streak, or perhaps in part because of it, he is beloved by kids and adults alike. Even in his senior years, he is still loving and serving kids with his unique blend of stubborn kindness. 

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Alaya

  • Bay and White  Miniature Horse

  • Mare

  • ​9.3 Hands

  • DOB: Approximately 2008

  • Arrival at Refuge: 2015

Alaya has been with the Ranch for more than a decade. She arrived with her one week old foal, Lilo.  Alaya loves going on field trips as an Ambassador for the Ranch. She’s also the perfect size for our smallest riders!

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Duke

  • Chestnut Quarter Horse

  • Gelding

  • 15 Hands

  • DOB: Approx. 2007

  • Arrival at Refuge: 2025

Duke was donated to the Ranch and has become a program favorite. He has such a soft eye and easygoing pace that is perfect for any level of rider. 

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Mocha

  • Buckskin Roan POA

  • Mare

  • ​13 hands

  • DOB: 2003

  • Arrival at Refuge: 2025

Mocha has been an amazing addition to the herd. She has helped to meet the need for smaller horses that younger riders can learn on. She has fit the bill perfectly!

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Samson 

  • Bay Draft Cross

  • ​Gelding

  • 16 hands

  • DOB: 2011

  • Arrival at Refuge: 2026

Samson is a beautiful stocky addition to the herd. He worked hard to learn the ropes of serving in programs, and he has especially loved helping with Freedom Reins!

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Levi

  • Grey Quarter Horse

  • Gelding

  • 15.1 Hands

  • DOB: 2008

  • Arrival at Refuge: 2023

A former owner rode him in English disciplines and then he was used as a lesson horse. At Refuge, he will be an all-around horse, used for both our mentoring program and Freedom Reins. He has a sweet temperament and enjoys attention making him a favorite at the Ranch. 

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Zahavi

  • Chestnut Haflinger Cross

  • Gelding

  • ​14.2 hands 

  • DOB: Approx. 2011

  • ​Arrived at Ranch: 2021

Executive Director Chris fell in love with this boy when we went to pick up a mini and ended up bringing him back to the ranch as her personal horse, but he is used for our programs as well. Safe and reliable, this golden boy has become a favorite of kids and mentors.

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Winston

  • Mini Donkey

  • Gelding

  • ​9 hands

  • DOB: 2020

  • Arrival at Refuge: 2026

Fun fact about Winston, when he was younger, his ears got frostbite so he has short, horselike ears. He is a mischievous little guy who loves to follow you around the paddock - especially if you have treats!

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Nutmeg

  • Miniature Horse

  • 30"​

  • DOB: 2015

  • Arrival at Refuge: 2025

Nutmeg, with her crazy hair and her sweet and sassy demeanor is the perfect Ranch Ambassador! She has lots of opinions about everything in life and is not afraid to share them...and she brings joy to everyone who meets her!

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Titus

  • Donkey

  • Gelding 

  • DOB: Approx 2000

  • ​Arrived at Refuge: 2008

A good samaritan reached out to us for Titus to come live at Refuge. He had been injured at his previous home and neglected. When he walked off the trailer, his legs were bare and scalded from standing in feces and urine. His hooves were so overgrown that they curled up in an arc like elf slippers. It took many years to earn Titus' trust to take care of him without sedation.  Today, he adores having his ears scratched and loves to be loved, but he will take you out at a gate if he thinks he can get to the patch of green grass outside.

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