Meet the Herd
Palamino Halflinger
Gelding
13.2 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 carried our special needs kiddos with the utmost care.
Jonah
Strawberry Roan
Gelding
15.2 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.
Orion
Grulla Paint
Mare
14.2 hands
DOB: 2004
Arrival at Refuge: 2006
Willow came to the Ranch young and nearly unhandled. She is the baby of our herd. An “in-your-pocket” kind of gal, she loves people and is one of the first to greet you when you walk into the paddock. With silky smooth gaits, Willow is turning into a reliable mount for the Ranch’s kiddos.
Willow
QH/Arabian?
Gelding
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!
Jedidiah (Jed)
Quarter Horse, brown/bay
Mare
15 hh
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.
Dahlia
Quarter Horse, palomino
Gelding
14.3 hh
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.
Harley
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.
Jackson
Paint Miniature Horse
Mare
9 hands
DOB: Approximately 2008
Arrival at Refuge: 2015 along with her 1 week old foal, Lilo.
Alaya
Miniature Mule, brown
Mare
33”
DOB: 2020
Arrival at Refuge: 2024
Maisie is a tiny little mule who was donated to the ranch. She is very shy, but once you start scratching her she loves the attention. She has the cutest face & very kind eyes. We hope eventually Maisie will be a wonderful ranch ambassador. She definitely draws attention!
Maisie
Quarter Pony/Arabian cross, bay
Mare
13 hh
DOB: Approx. 2015
Arrival at Refuge: 2023
Ruby came to the ranch in 2023 as part of the Daniels family. She was very thin and has a unique folded ear. She is a sweet natured girl with a kind eye & that special arabian spring in her step. She is a great size for our smaller riders & has been helping with our Freedom Reins program.
Ruby
Donkey
Gelding
Approx. 24 y.o.
Titus
Quarter Pony, red roan
Gelding
DOB: Approx. 2000
Arrival at Refuge: 2022
Rusty came to the ranch in 2022, a new member of Adaptive Riding Director Jen McCormick’s family. Coming from a situation that wasn’t ideal, he was thin & walked on the soles of his feet. With good care from our farrier, some groceries & lots of love from Jen & her girls as well as other staff & volunteers, Rusty is flourishing! He is a great size for our smaller riders & his sweet temperament has made him a favorite around the ranch.
Rusty
Haflinger cross, chestnut
Gelding
14.2 hh
DOB: Approx. 2011
Arrived at Refuge 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 & reliable, this golden boy has become a favorite of our kids & mentors.
Zahavi
Fox Trotter, chestnut pinto
Gelding
16 hands
DOB: 2008
Arrival at Refuge: 2022
Jorge was a beloved & well cared for trail horse for many years, but when his owner began to struggle with the physical demands of horse ownership, she contacted the ranch to see if we might be able to use Jorge & pasture mate Jewel for our programs. Jorge has quickly become a ranch favorite with his sweet temperament & flashy color.
Jorge
Gray Quarter Horse
Gelding
15.2 Hands
DOB: 2008
Arrived at Refuge: 2023
Levi is the ranch’s newest addition. 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 & Freedom Reins. He has a sweet temperament & enjoys attention. We look forward to getting to know him better & are confident he will quickly become a favorite at the ranch.
