Cupid

Meet Cupid! Cupid is a 16-year-old, Paint pony, gelding. He was our first therapy horse and came to us in May of 2020. Cupid is known for his goofy antics such as carrying around hula hoops and begging for treats. Cupid is known for his extreme bravery in all situations, we joke that a literal bomb could go off next to him and he wouldn't be fazed. Cupid often works with our kiddos who have autism as well as children who have louder tendencies.

Comet

Meet Comet! Comet is a 17-year-old, Haflinger, gelding. Comet was rescued from a kill pen in Pennsylvania where he had lived his life as an Amish workhorse before being sent off to (almost) the slaughterhouse. Comet came to us from Starry Skies Equine Rescue in January of 2021. Comet now enjoys his life in the slow lane preferring to stop and smell the roses frequently. Comet is sweet and is great with our confidence-building exercises. He loves being showered with love and attention and is kind to even the smallest of creatures (the cat being one of his favorites).

Pirate

Meet Pirate! Pirate is a 21-year-old, Shetland pony, gelding. He is our third Therapy Horse and joined us on May 7th of 2023. Pirate's journey before us is a sad one. We found our baby blind and starved in a kill pen in Southern, Michigan. These kill pens take horses of all ages, abilities, and even horses in perfect health. They then ship them out to slaughter in either Canada or Mexico. The slaughtering process for horses is gruesome and inhumane. We couldn't leave this poor guy to that fate so we snagged him to join our family! Pirate is still learning he is in a safe place and is slowly coming out of his shell. Pirate is sweet and loving. Pirate will be serving as our ambassador through our Community Outreach Program.

Dusty

Meet Dusty! Dusty is a 15-year-old, Quarter Horse, Mare. Dusty is owned by volunteer Dee Dee Snater who generously allows Dusty to be a part of the program. Dusty is sweet, quiet, and easy going. She is a favorite amongst some of our littlest riders in the program. Outside of lessons, she prefers to spend time with her mini companions; Finn and Pirate

Finn

Meet Finn! Finn is a 21-year-old, Miniature Horse, gelding. Finn is owned by Elevate supporter Hannah Zehr who allowed Finn to join the program after welcoming Pirate temporarily into her farm while we built our stables. If you need a laugh, Finn is the horse that will give you a good one. This sassy boy is filled with personality. Finn was rescued by Hannah at the Shipshewana horse auction and is believed to have been dumped there due to his deformity in his hind legs. However, this guy doesn't let his locking joints slow him down. Finn travels as a part of our community outreach program.

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