BEAMER
Birthdate: April 19, 2017
Sex: Mare
Breed: POA
Height: 13 hands
Weight: 910 lbs
Color: Chocolate Palomino
Markings: Star
Disposition: In your pocket. She has a calm, adaptable personality without becoming stressed or confused. Able to follow cues from various riders while maintaining focus and consistency. Likes to be the boss of her herd-mates.
Likes: Going fast, consistent riders, treats, neck scratches, playing keep away when being caught. She prefers to lay down when she sleeps.
Dislikes: Bouncy or unbalanced riders, lack of direction, bugs, having to work when coat is wet from weather
Weight limit: 125 lbs
History: Prior to arriving at HART she had been shown as a yearling at POA shows under the name Dutch Temple Grandin. Previous owner didn't have future show plans for her, and knew that if HART was interested in taking her on, she would have a forever home and be able to work up to her full potential. Beamer excels in showmanship and loves to do gymkana games. She's still learning, but is excellent and helping students learn at the same time.
Bella
Birthdate: April 23, 2002
Sex: Mare
Breed: Morab
Height: 15.2 hands
Weight: 1070 lbs
Color: Black
Markings: Star
Disposition: Slow, smooth gaits with a floaty trot. She's sweet but definitely the boss in her pasture! She needs to be the first out of the gate, and likes to show off at shows. She leans to the inside when cantering and is great at cutting corners. She loves posing for photos.
Likes: Being the boss, consistent riding to keep her in shape, english riding, and treats
Dislikes: Doesn't have any
Weight limit: 175 lbs
History: Bella has been to multiple shows, starting in halter classes when she was younger, and showed in the Morab demos at Midwest Horse Fair and BreyerFest. She does very well showing in the dressage discipline and has been a nice addition to the HART program for the more advanced students.
Bentley
Birthdate: January 1, 2007
Sex: Gelding
Breed: Haflinger
Height: 13.2 hands
Weight: 1200 lbs
Color: Chestnut with flaxen mane and tail
Markings: Stripe, star, snip
Disposition: In your pocket with a big build. He's quick under saddle with a very smooth trot that's great for beginner riders to learn on. After he's warmed up he settles in and walks nicely. He likes to poke people with his nose, and if you're not careful, he will leave the wash rack before there's a chance to get the cross ties attached.
Likes: Playing with the green exercise ball, being brushed behind the ears, and down his neck. He's a goofy boy who grunts to thank riders when they dismount.
Dislikes: Tight legs, baths, standing alone in the cross ties, being patient at the mounting block.
Weight limit: 200 lbs
History: Was purchased from a neighboring farm when he was six months old so he's grown up at Royal T Ranch. Haflingers are known to be started later than other breeds as they tend to mature more slowly, but Bentley has such a youthful exuberance to him that while he was started a couple times, it finally started to sink in as he approached eight years old. He still maintains some of that excitement and can test some of our volunteers but he has a wonderfully sweet nature and is a great partner in the HART program. Students enjoy working with him and he is proud to work with his riders.
Curly
Birthdate: January 1, 2000
Sex: Gelding
Breed: Quarab (Quarter Horse/Arabian)
Height: 14.3 hands
Weight: 1070 lbs
Color: Chestnut with flaxen mane and tail
Markings: Star, stripe, snip, 2 stockings
Disposition: Quiet, easy going, can be used for multiple riders, smooth canter
Likes: Attention and to be groomed, giving students rides
Dislikes: Loading into a trailer
Weight limit: 100 lbs
History: Curly came to Royal T to be started under saddle at the age of 3. Curly’s owner kept him between Royal T and Sunny Meadows until he was bought by Royal T in 2011. He was shown in 4H, but while he enjoyed the shows themselves, he has a real dislike for loading into the trailer so he no longer attends shows. Curly is ridden for both HART and Royal T lessons.
Doll
Birthdate: May 1, 1998
Sex: Mare
Breed: Quarter Horse
Height: 15.3 hands
Weight: 1340 lbs
Color: Chestnut
Markings: 3 stockings, blaze
Disposition: Quiet, cinchy (if you go too fast/mainly western cinch), moves off leg, rider must move their seat with her side to side motion to sit or she will go fast, will stand without being tied, easy going, outstanding long trot, naturally level head, all around horse, head of the mares (without being mean), gets a sore back with a rider who doesn’t move with her.
Likes: To be rubbed on the neck and on the chest, to have a job, willing to work and get sweaty, trail rides, showing, the hay field, treats
Dislikes: Being cinched too fast, and cutouts of horses hanging on the wall
Weight limit: 200 lbs
History: Doll was bred to be a barrel horse, but she did not have the speed to keep up with barrel horses. She was sold to CJ and she worked with Doll to become a pleasure horse. Doll has spent many weekends taking care of riders at horse shows or on trail rides. Recently she got pulled back out for a show season and is used for HART lessons as well. If you get on her and match her rhythm, you will fall in love. Doll’s registered name is Top Notch Socks. Doll was diagnosed with Cushing's disease in 2018.
ferrari
Birthdate: April 8, 2013
Sex: Gelding
Breed: Arabian
Height: 14 hands
Weight: 910 lbs
Color: Black Rabicano
Markings: Star
Disposition: Patient and willing, but he does have a competitive streak. He can be in your pocket but it's because he's curious and wants to see if you'll share.
Likes: Playing! He loves attention and is eager to try new things. He is curious and likes to stay busy by playing with anything that's in front of him, from grooming boxes, to hats, to grain pans. Pushing the exercise ball around is a great treat, though not as great as carrots.
Dislikes: Having his belly groomed
Weight limit: 125 lbs
History: Ferrari was brought up from Georgia specifically to be trained for the HART program. He's been to open shows where he does great in halter and showmanship classes, showing off the important groundwork skills that are needed to participate in a therapeutic riding class.
FESTUS
Birthdate: April 16, 2016
Sex: Jack
Breed: Mammoth Donkey
Height: 14.1 hands
Weight: 800 lbs
Color: Strawberry Roan
Markings: None
Disposition: He's not in a hurry to get anywhere, unless something startles him. He's very playful
Likes: Playing with leaves, laying down to take a break during the day (and sometimes during a ride), and playing tag with his herdmates. He is always happy for attention and a good grooming session is welcome.
Dislikes: Hoses are very scary - you never know when they'll jump up and attack (despite evidence that they don't do this). He would prefer to be outside rather than be in his stall at night, and it's all right if the barn cats keep their distance.
Weight limit: 175 lbs
History: Kim has known Festus since he was a baby as he was purchased by a family friend to be a companion for another Mammoth Donkey, Calamity Jane. As a two year old Festus came to Royal T where he will spend his life playing with his herdmates and throwing around toys in the field. Festus has been used for HART lessons on occasion but it's hard to get him motivated to do work. Fun fact: at six months old Festus was taught to lay down on command as a fun trick. Well, he uses that trick to his advantage when he decides that he's done working during class. He's such a sweet goofball.
Gem
Birthdate: January 1, 2004
Sex: Mare
Breed: Welsh pony
Height: 12 hands
Weight: 810 lbs
Color: Bay
Markings: Left hind coronet stocking
Disposition: Relaxed, sweetheart, easy going
Likes: To be pampered, trail riding, Kendra, to take advantage of her rider, to go by the gate so she can be done
Dislikes: Staying on the rail in the arena
Weight limit: 60 lbs
History: Bought in September of 2016. Used for HART and Royal T lessons. Currently, Gem is waiting for her little rider, Kendra, to come work with her.
George
Birthdate:
Sex: Gelding
Breed: Paint Arabian
Height: 15.2 hands
Weight: 1190 lbs
Color: Chestnut
Markings: Three stockings, blaze, snip
Disposition: Slow, smooth, easy trot. Impatient at times and lets you know if he doesn't want to do something. Sweet and calm, not spooky.
Likes: Treats, attention, getting groomed, being in his stall, testing his rider
Dislikes: Being worked too hard, not being praised/rewarded when riding. Needs to know he's done a good job
Weight limit: 175 lbs
History: Born at Royal T. He was purchased a 3 year old but has since made his way back home. He was part of the HART program a couple years ago and is back in training to do so again. He prefers to work with independent riders as he doesn't want a horse leader during classes.
HaNK
Birthdate: January 1, 2010
Sex: Gelding
Breed: Belgian Paint
Height: 14 hands
Weight: 1200 lbs
Color: Bay pinto
Markings: Star, stripe, snip
Disposition: Calm, easy-going, slow and steady. He enjoys attention and acts like a big puppy, just wanting to be friends.
Likes: Rolling and getting dirty so he can be groomed and pampered. Working outside is a nice change of pace, though groundwork is a good fun too.
Dislikes: Being alone in his pasture, and cantering.
Weight limit: 200 lbs
History: HART was on the lookout for a new horse to add to the program and Hank was the ticket. His calm personality and shorter size fits in great. He has also been trained to drive a cart.
Hart
Birthdate: July 1, 2013
Sex: Gelding
Breed: Miniature Horse
Height: 9.1 hands (37 inches)
Weight: 350 lbs
Color: Liver Chestnut and white
Markings: Pinto, heart on his forehead, 3 stockings, striped hooves
Disposition: First one to come when you call his name, friendly, nosey, easy going, willing, impatient sometimes. He's the first one to say hi when meeting a new horse.
Likes: Attention, girls, playing with Fiona, eating grass when coming out the barn at night, meeting new people at events
Dislikes: When he doesn’t get grain at night, sassy mares, baths, being tied up
Weight limit: 40 lbs
History: Rescued in November of 2013. Unhandled and untouched. He and Cocoa spent the first weeks in the big stall at the barn, so it was easier to catch them; only went back and forth from the stall to the arena several times a day for exercise until they were able to be caught on a regular basis. Then they got to go out in the pasture and became more people friendly. Had upper fixation of the patella. Surgery corrected the problem in 2016. Hart is the mascot of HART Equine Therapy Center, Inc. and can’t get enough attention from people.
Jill
Birthdate: January 1, 2011
Sex: Mare
Breed: Haflinger
Height: 12.3 hands
Weight: 1300 lbs
Color: Chestnut with flaxen mane and tail
Markings: None
Disposition: Soft hearted, very kind, and gentle. Quick to get comfortable with situations. Passive. Gentle personality. She has lots of trust and almost nothing phases her, but she can be grumpy.
Likes: Food, checking out HART classes, watching the other horses
Dislikes: Being crowded by other horses, seeing herself in the mirror (don't know why as she's gorgeous), riders bouncing in the saddle, and having too much attention. Admire from afar please.
Weight limit: 200 lbs
History: Was intended to be part of HART when it was first started, but ended up traveling with her sibling, Jack, to another farm to learn how to drive a cart. She's no longer needed in that role so she came back to rejoin the HART team. She has a wonderful, willing attitude and we look forward to welcoming her as a full time HART horse. She is also siblings with Bentley, and Sugar.
Joker
Birthdate: January 1, 2002
Sex: Gelding
Breed: POA/Morgan
Height: 14.2 hands
Weight: 1150 lbs
Color: Grey
Markings: Mottling of the eyes and nose
Disposition: Quiet, willing, bouncy trot, fast canter, confident, jokester
Likes: Mud puddles, being dirty, to play with water bottles and zippers
Dislikes: Doesn’t have any, truly
Weight limit: 175 lbs
History: Rescued from inexperienced horse people in October 2012. When Joker came to the ranch, he only stood on the 2 hind feet when being ridden. A former student, Jenna, started working with him on a biweekly basis. Soon he was riding well on all 4 feet, learning the barrel pattern and how to do a flying lead change. He had a debut at the county fair and at local gymkhanas. Currently Joker is being used in lessons for both HART and Royal T Ranch.
Are you interested in knowing how we care for our horses?
HART provides the best possible care for our four-legged team members.
- All horses have regular vaccinations, deworming and farrier schedules.
- HART has developed a personal relationship with Tomorrow Valley Veterinary Service to assure quality medical treatment when necessary.
- The horses are evaluated on an individual basis for their nutritional needs; these are met daily with quality feed and supplements.
- Our horses have regular turnout and have “vacation days” each week.
- Each horse is given regular one on one grooming time with volunteers before and after lessons to help with circulation.
- Equine massage is available for each horse on an as-needed basis to relieve soreness.
We promise to care for each and every horse daily with exceptional care!
