Scout
Donor: Holly robinson
birthday: 10/15/2004
Scout joined the PALS herd following a career as a lesson horse for a local community member. Always willing, Scout was a great mount for children and beginners who needed a steady partner to show them the way. Scout enjoys a challenge, carrying riders who need more support, but also enjoys trotting around the arena with more independent riders.
sponsor:
kazuko matsusaka
daisy mae
donor: amanda argenbright
birthday: 01/01/2008
Daisy Mae is the sweetest miniature horse with dwarfism that you will ever meet. Before coming to PALS, she was used in therapeutic programs. She has the greatest personality and loves everyone she meets. Daisy Mae is used in our unmounted program, attends community events and organizations, and contributes to the happiness in our barn!
squeak
donor: ernest fritsch
birthday: 01/01/1997
Squeak is a palomino Halflinger/Arabian cross. With the calm demeanor of a draft horse and small stature of a pony (13 hand high), Squeak is ideal for the younger equestrians at PALS. He came here with his brother Bubbles after retiring from pulling carts and sleighs. His noticeable white “eyebrows” are the one feature that sets him apart from Bubbles. While Squeak may approach each new person cautiously, once he gets to know you he is very friendly.
bubbles
Donor: ernest fritsch
birthday: 01/01/1998
Bubbles is a palomino Halflinger/Arabian cross. At 13 hands high, this pony is the ideal size for some of our younger clients. Bubbles came to PALS with his brother Squeak. Bubbles’ sensitive and cautious personality makes him a great asset to our unmounted program. Bubbles looks for his confidence through working with our clients. Through the Changing Leads program, Bubbles has blossomed at PALS.
sponsor:
Debra Wisley
rocky
donor: steven brough
birthday: 02/02/1999
Stoneys Rockin Robin (AKA Rocky) is a registered Paint horse who stands at 15.2 hands high. He came to PALS after his career as a college show horse. Rocky’s donor used him as a trail horse, but soon realized his true passion was to be in the arena. Rocky’s curious and spunky personality makes him stand out in the herd. He is a great fit for clients looking to advance their riding skills. When he isn’t working, Rocky enjoys drinking out of the hose, having his face brushed, and hanging out with his buddies.
sponsor:
JIm & Joyce Grandorf and Hannah hixson
marion
donor: lexlin gypsy vanner ranch
birthday: 01/01/2008
Marion is a Gypsy Vanner horse standing at 14 hands high. Marion was given to us from Tennessee’s LexLin Gyspsy Vanner Ranch. She was used as a broodmare before coming to PALS. Now Marion is broke to ride and enjoys being in our therapeutic riding lessons.
sponsor:
the daugherty family
pistol
owner: john rinne
birthday: 01/01/1999
Pistol is a chestnut quarter horse, standing at 15 hands high. He joined the PALS herd following a career as a reigning horse. Pistol is being leased to PALS by his owner, John. His slow and gentle mannerism makes him perfect for more nervous riders and his reining background also makes him a great fit for independent riders.
sponsor:
The prenkert family
luna
donor: anne bucko
birthday: 06/01/2014
Luna is a miniature Appaloosa mare who is shy but friendly. She and Poco have been best friends for their entire lives! Luna is a great match for our smaller clients who are learning horsemanship skills in our unmounted programs.
sponsor:
leigh richey
poco
donor: anne bucko
birthday: 01/01/2014
Poco is a miniature horse with a goofy personality! Poco’s curious nature and love of people make him a favorite when he goes on outings in the community. We are lucky to have Poco in our program!
sponsor:
debra wisley
tank
donor: gail bingham
birthday: 01/01/2004
Tank (formerly Tanaquah) is a red roan Quarter Horse gelding. He started his training as a cutting horse; however, he grew much bigger than the ideal size for cutters, so he moved on to a different discipline. He was trained in dressage next and also served as a horse for trail riding. Tank’s calm demeanor and sweet personality make him a good fit for our therapeutic programs!
sponsor:
The doster family
buttons
owner: pals
birthday: 06/01/2007
Buttons is a friendly Quarter horse who finished her PALS training in mid-2020. She used to show in barrel racing and 4H. Due to her competitive background, Buttons enjoys being in the arena and has a playful spirit that shines in our programs.
rosie
donor: trinity farms
birthday: 01/01/2004
Rosie is a Percheron draft horse who is 17 hands high, making her our tallest horse. She joined us in the summer of 2020 from another therapeutic riding facility in Ohio. Before that, she was a trail horse. We’re excited to have Rosie at PALS for the next stage of her career!