Faelin

Barn Name: Faelin
Full Name: Faelin of Castle Knoll
Breed: Gypsy Cob
Birthdate: 2006

A phone call, a horse needing to land in a forever home where she could be loved and cared for Faelin came to us as a blessing. She is educating many on this unique breed that you don’t often find at a barn like ours. Gypsies were selectively bred to create the perfect horse to pull the Gypsy caravan, and have only been in North America since 1996. They are now being used in all disciplines and Faelin is talented in many. Stunningly beautiful, she greets many at our barn with her regal attitude. She has been called a diva and with her extra “Gypsy care” that earns her that right. A proud member of the herd, we are thankful she is with us to live out her best rest of her life.

Norm

Barn Name: Norm
Full Name: Lenas Wright Stuff
Breed: Quarter Horse
Birthdate:  1999

Retired from a cutting horse career and looking for a new job, Norm came to us by way of a friend. When he needed a new home, we were excited to welcome him to our barn family. Thanks to his special people he has overcome much of his anxiety- except for dinner time!- and is loving his new life as teacher and partner for another generation of horse lovers. We continue to make sure physically he is given the care he needs to continue a long, happy, comfortable life helping humans..

Cajun

Barn Name: Cajun
Full Name: Cajun of Arcadia
Breed: Paint
Birthday:  2001

The same person we got Kiwi from, brought Cajun into our herd. She was at our barn and we told her we could really use another kid’s lesson horse and she said “come get Cajun”. She had sold Cajun to a family and when they got out of horses Jamie bought him back. He had been at Jamie’s farm hauling kids around occasionally and sitting in the pasture. When I first saw him he looked at me with the Eeyore look of “oh bother” whatever you want me to do. He brightened when he realized there is lots of love and special treats involved with being part of the herd. Needing spacial farrier work and strenghtening he continues to progress in his skills

Lilly

Barn Name: Lilly
Full Name: Dreams Made Lucky
Breed: American Paint Horse
Birthday:  2002

Lilly is a little silly and a lot of spunk. She came to us seven years ago when her owner was no longer capable of caring for her. She had sat for a quite a while in a pasture, so she was more green broke than we were originally told but she has come a long way in her training. Her cute looks get her noticed, but it’s her sweet nature that wins people’s hearts.

Ty

Barn Name: Ty
Full Name: BJs Secret Moon
Breed: Quarter Horse
Birthday:  1997

Ty is quite the handsome man. His family was looking for a forever home when he needed to be retired from his roping career. Despite being the largest horse in the barn, he’s really quite the wuss. First afraid of birds then a butterfly, trail riding isn’t really his thing, but he’s become a good arena horse and helps with the program. For those willing to put in the effort and spend the time, Ty is an honest and dependable partner.

Red

Barn Name: Red
Full Name: Red Moon Rising
Breed: Quarter Horse
Birthdate:  2011

Red came to us from Washington. He hasn’t done a lot of hard work in his life which means that he has less physical issues than most of the herd, but it also left him weak and out of shape. We are working on seeing where Red might be able to fit in the program. Only some time will tell. Everyone thinks Red is so cute when he puts his head through his fence to say hello, but don’t let him fool you – he is a player and loves to be funny.

Rose

Barn Name: Rose
Full Name: Country Roads Sterling Rose
Breed: Miniature Horse
Birthdate:  2011

Right away we said that we should change her name to Rose “She’s SO Cute.” We thought about needing a miniature at the barn for the work we do and Rose came into our world. Its amazing how they find us. The breeder that raised Rose had gotten her back after she had seven homes in four years. When we got her loaded up the breeder had tears in her eyes and said “Rose I promised you would have a forever home”. She is loved by all and bosses Joey around as she is “his little mini”, she even goes on vet visits with him as his companion. We have trained her to drive and one day she gave rides to an elderly group, with one being 93 years old.

Chewy

Barn Name: Chewy
Full Name: Chewbacca
Breed: Welsh Mountain Pony
Birthdate:  2011

“No pony” we have said for years. Well, we know how that goes, so when our dear friend sent a message about a pony we had to go meet him. Well trained, a great attitude, and such a sweet guy, he is a favorite. We are thankful his owner wanted him to find a place where he would have lots of attention. We just wish he could talk and tell us where he got his training and where he originally came from. Thankfully, Chewy has found his forever home with us, where he is adored by many little kids

Kiwi

Barn Name:Kiwi
Full Name: Boston Baked Kiwi
Breed: American Paint
Birthdate:  2005

Sweet Kiwi is on loan from our friend Jamie and we are blessed to have her with us. With our friend’s help we were able to get to the bottom of her physical issues. Needing special shoes and regular ongoing maintenance, we work to keep her healthy and sound. She really seems to love the attention, pets, and treats she is getting from our families and special humans.

Freda

Barn Name: Freda
Full Name: Free to Be Sassy
Breed: Quarter Horse
Birthdate:  2007

Oh, our Freda Girl, you needed a home to be loved and understood. One look at you and we knew that you were meant to come and live with us. A cutting bred horse that doesn’t like cows it was time for a career change. She came right in and immediately found success creating confidence in riders. She’s had some medical issues including a major injury in 2023 and we appreciate all the help our community has given her.

Luna

Barn Name: Luna
Full Name: IMA Illusion
Breed: Pinto
Birthdate:  2005

Luna spent time before joining our herd as a trail riding partner. Her prior owner very much wanted Luna to have the right home and our mutual friend thought we’d be the perfect match. As with most horses that come into the herd, we have had to work through issues and we continue to give her the support she needs to age gracefully. A strong personality, Luna has learned that we do things with connection and partnership not force.
Luna has shown to be a steady mount that doesn’t let anything bother her when you’re riding and is a reliable trail horse and awesome Cowboy Dressage mount. Luna has settled into our herd where she feels like she is in charge of the barn and everyone there.

Britta

Barn Name: Britta
Full Name: Bergen Silken C-2031
Breed: Norwegian Fjord
Birthdate:  2000

“You need a Fjord” one of our vets said. Lo and behold one day the call came. A trainer friend of hers had some older clients that wanted an older Fjord to have a good forever home. Of course, we went to go meet her and it was love at first hug. She came right up, stuck her head in my chest and I was lost. She needed a good place to live her life. We made the arrangements and Britta came home to be part of our herd. We noticed right away something was not okay, so bodywork, dental, and bloodwork were done. She needed it all and her bloodwork showed she has Cushings. Needing extra support and low sugar hay to stay healthy and needing multiple body clips to get rid of her excessive long hair she has blossomed. We are thankful she found us and we believe she is too. 

Val

Barn Name: Val
Full Name: Vals NorthernPride VT
Breed: Arabian
Birthdate:  2011

What a sweet, handsome boy! Already a barn favorite as he greets everyone that comes in the barn with his long neck and soft eyes. Val came to us through one of our vets. She knew we had retired a couple of our riding horse and felt Val would be a great addition to our program. His family wants Val to spend his life interacting with kids and helping people.

Carmen

Barn Name: Carmen
Full Name: Stellar Performer
Breed: Quarter Horse
Birthdate:  2008

Carmen came from a horse show past where she was really shut down  Our new friend took her in when she needed a new life, pulled her shoes, and put her in the field for the last few years.  When I met her and heard about Carmen I was concerned about who she really was going to turn out to be.  You never know about horses with a past (as we know all too well).  From the day she stepped, or rather fell, out of the trailer she was meant to be here.  Thank goodness her Mom knew that.  Carmen has the kindest eyes and you just know she loves all the attention she gets at our barn. 

Bobbi

Barn Name: Bobbi
Full Name: Bobbi Sox Finale
Breed: Appaloosa
Birthdate:  1997

Bobbi was taken in by our friend Colene when she needed a home the most and now she gets to live the rest of her life with us. Its amazing to everyone how old she is. We continue to give her the ongoing maintenance and care she needs to live her best life. She loves to give snuggles, get carrots, hang out with her best friend Kiwi, and get the love she so much deserves. A great teacher to both young and old we are thankful she is with us.

Ziggy and Oliver (the Barn Cats)

Barn Name: Ziggy and Oliver
Full Name: 
Breed: American Shorthair
Birthdate:  August 2017

Our friend ran a barn with lots of barn cats.  One day we were there and this little tiny orange kitten was in a kennel, hissing and ready to attack. 

When I called my friend that we would take the little feral kitten in, I said “I wish you had a grey one” well guess what the next day I get a call “Saul caught a grey kitten for you”.  Oh well, maybe no one would notice two instead of one.  

Raised in our office for their first year with lots of cuddles and play, we didn’t let them out off a leash until their were old enough to stay close and get fixed  Well that meant they turned into little puppy dogs and not only follow us around, but love lots of people intereaction.  Not your typical barn cats for sure!