Meet Our Horses

The Gentle Giants Who Make Our Programs Possible

Our horses are the heart of everything we do at Hands & Hoofs. Each one has their own personality and brings something special to our programs. These gentle animals have been carefully selected for their calm temperaments and ability to connect with children and adults.

Our Horse Family

Waylon
Meet Waylon, one of our beloved therapy horses who helps children learn confidence and connection.
Tula
Tula brings her gentle spirit to our programs, helping campers learn about horse behavior and care.
Digger
Digger is a favorite among campers for his patient nature and willingness to work with children of all experience levels.
Smoke
Smoke’s calm demeanor makes him perfect for teaching children the basics of horse groundwork and handling.
Chango
Chango loves participating in our obstacle course activities and helping children build confidence.
Levi
Levi is known for his gentle interactions and patience with children learning horse care skills.
Cassie
Cassie brings joy to our programs with her friendly personality and love of interaction.
Goose
Goose rounds out our horse family with his steady presence and reliable nature.

Our Mini Horse Friends

Aphrodite

Our sweet mini horse who brings smiles to everyone she meets.

Ella Bella

Ella Bella's smaller size makes her perfect for younger campers and those who might feel intimidated by larger horses.

What Makes Our Horses Special

Gentle Temperaments

Each horse has been chosen for their patient, gentle nature and ability to read and respond appropriately to human emotions and energy.

Individual Personalities

While all our horses share calm, gentle traits, each has their own unique personality that campers love to discover and connect with.

Experienced with Children

Our horses have extensive experience working with children of all ages and comfort levels, from first-time visitors to returning Barn Bees participants.

Horse Care & Learning

What Children Learn:
  • How to safely approach and interact with horses
  • Basic horse behavior and body language
  • Grooming techniques and why they're important
  • How to lead horses with confidence and respect
  • The daily care needs of horses
Groundwork Activities:
  • Learning to read horse behavior and communication
  • Building trust through consistent, respectful interaction
  • Leading horses through obstacle courses
  • Understanding horse safety and boundaries
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Horse Kiss Painting

One of our most unique programs involves our horses as artists! Using color-dyed apples as brushes, our horses create beautiful watercolor paintings. This special activity shows the playful, creative side of horse-human interaction and creates lasting memories for campers.

Meet Them in Person

The best way to truly know our horses is to meet them during one of our programs:
Register for Kids Day Camp
Learn About Our Programs
Contact Us for More Information

Supporting Our Horses

Our horses require daily care, quality feed, veterinary care, and maintenance of their living spaces. You can help support their care through:
Sponsor a Horse - Monthly sponsorship program
Make a Donation - General support for horse care
Volunteer - Help with daily care and maintenance

More Animal Friends

Meet Our Barnyard Friends

Donkeys, goats, sheep, and our llama

Animal Sponsorship

Support all our animal care

Our horses make our programs possible and are cared for through donations and volunteer support
 Hands & Hoofs is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization