OUR HORSES

Our Miracle Workers

Our horses give temporary legs to children with mobility challenges. They help strengthen muscles weakened by cerebral palsy. They teach children how to control their behaviors. They help children learn how to trust. And our horses create laughter and joy!

Being a therapy horse is an incredibly special job, requiring patience, tolerance, good health, and wonderful manners. This is not a job for just any horse. Our horses (and ponies) are all geldings (neutered males) and most have had careers prior to joining our herd. Some have carried their riders along the trails, others have won blue ribbons in the show ring. Our horses go through a rigorous evaluation period prior to being accepted. Many of our horses are on long-term free leases to HALTER but will retire back with their owners, and HALTER owns a few horses.

Our horses require daily feeding, care of their feet every six weeks, and routine health care, including shots, twice each year. Routine expenses for the herd are usually about $25,000 per year. Contact Nancy Paschall if you are interested in sponsoring a therapy horse!

Meet Our Horses

Nate

Nate

I am a 19 year old Pony who loves eating and sneaking out of any open gate, so watch out!...

I am a 19 year old Pony who loves eating and sneaking out of any open gate, so watch out! I lived at Stono Ferry Farm on John's Island where I was a lesson pony. As you can see, I was born to teach! Best thing about HALTER is not only the riders, but also my good friend Bobby!
Wichita

Wichita

I am a Halflinger, bred to work in the mines but also great at carrying riders who need support from their sidewalkers...

I am 20 years old and excel at standing very still so our most challenged riders can take their time getting mounted.I am a Halflinger, bred to work in the mines but also great at carrying riders who need support from their sidewalkers.
Mick Jagger

Mick Jagger

I am a Kentucky Mountain horse (gaited). I'm 11 years old. My owner bought me specifically to be a therapy horse...

I am a Kentucky Mountain horse (gaited). I'm 11 years old. My owner lives in Virginia and bought me specifically to be a therapy horse. I worked in another program since I was five, and I'm really glad to be back working with kids and making them smile!
Tucker

Tucker

I am a 11 year old Appaloosa gelding. I came to HALTER in November 2020...

I am a 11 year old Appaloosa gelding. I came to HALTER in November 2020. I have a little trouble seeing out of one eye, but that does not keep me from learning my new job and carrying my riders safely.
Blue

Blue

I am a 17 year old draft-cross, and my color is gray. I love my job at HALTER...

I am a 17 year old draft-cross, and my color is gray. I love my job at HALTER. Being one of the bigger horses here, the kids love riding me because it changes their perspective!
Alex

Alex

I am an 11 year old Paint Tennessee Walking Horse and am the newest arrival to HALTER...

I am an 11 year old Paint Tennessee Walking Horse and am the newest arrival to HALTER. I have a smooth gait and am enjoying my new job after a career as a show horse. I am from Virginia and from the same farm as Mick.
Blaze

Blaze

My name is Blaze. I am about the same size as Buck and Tucker...

My name is Blaze. I am about the same size as Buck and Tucker and I was named for my white blaze that runs down the middle of my face. I love meeting new people.

Onyx

I am a 15 year old Quarter Horse, and I am black! I just got to HALTER...

I am a 15 year old Quarter Horse, and I am black! I just got to HALTER and am making new friends. I haven't started working with the kids yet- HALTER respects that horses need time to adjust to new surroundings and a new herd.