Meet the Herd

Peanut is a roan colored, Quarter Horse mare (girl) in her 20s. She is as sweet and reliable as they come! Peanut was previously owned and loved by long time friends of Jill's and was primarily used as a trail riding horse. Peanut's previous owners thought the Making Strides Foundation was the perfect fit for Peanut's retirement job and boy, were they right! Peanut is primarily used during hippotherapy (OT/SLP) sessions. ​​

Dallas is a bay Quarter Horse mare in her 20s. Jill has owned Dallas for over 15 years! Together, they competed in the American Quarter Horse Association circuits very successfully, earning national titles in several western divisons. More recently, Dallas has enjoyed retirement as one of our horses in our adaptive riding program. Her extensive training makes her suitable for any level rider and her size accommodates our taller clients. 

Sierra is a palomino Quarter Horse mare in her teens. She is super sweet and loves attention. She stands quietly for off-the-horse activities and is primarily used in our adaptive riding program.

Lady is a bay colored, Quarter Horse mare in her 20s. She is kind and always wants to please. Lady is a retired western show horse and loves her new job as a therapy assistant. She is steady, consistent, and suitable for practically anyone. She is primarily used in our adaptive riding program. 

Sid is sorrel colored Quarter Horse gelding (boy) in his teens. He has a unique white marking on his muzzle which we love! We adore Sid for his slow and steady gait and sweet personality. Sid is both a therapy assistant and adaptive riding partner. 

Maple is a bay, draft-cross pony in her teens. She has a stocky build and great movement which provides excellent sensory input for our riders. She is brave and kind. Maple assists with hippotherapy (OT/SLP) sessions and also our adaptive riding program. She loves to be brushed and is a fan favorite during grooming activities at camp because she stands so quiet and still!

Lacey is an American paint horse mare (girl) in her 20s. She was a barrel racing pony before retirement. She has a sweet, kind demeanor, loves treats and is the perfect size for our therapy program. She is used in our hippotherapy program and makes an excellent OT and SLP sidekick. 

Wheezy is a sweet mare (girl) in her teens. She is an American paint horse. Although Paints traditionally boast spots, Wheezy displays a beautiful dark bay (brown) solid coat. She is both an excellent therapy horse and adaptive riding partner. She is able to carry beginning, intermediate, and advanced riders. Her laid back personality has quickly made her a fan favorite at the barn. 

Apple Jack is a miniature horse gelding (boy) in his teens! He was previously rescued and has a forever home with Making Strides. Apple Jack was adopted from our friends at Saving Grace Rescue (VA) and LB is owned by the Masciantonio Family. Apple Jack participates in group programming at the farm. 

Little Buddy "LB" is a miniature horse gelding (boy) in his teens! He was previously rescued and has a forever home with Making Strides. He participates in group programming at the farm. In addition, LB competes in 4H events with his best buddy, Payton!