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It takes a special kind of horse to be a therapy horse; one who is gentle, loving and patient. Our Freedom Ride team of horses is a unique, invaluable group that embody those very words. Our equine staff form the backbone of our organization and create the magic that is Freedom Ride.
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Kidd was donated in 2008 by Lyndsey Templeton. He is a handsome Arabian/Saddlebred cross. Kidd was shown regionally and nationally on the Arabian and Half-Arabian show circuit in a variety of disciplines including halter, driving, sidesaddle, show hack hunter and saddleseat. This superstar won several championships at the regional level and received several top tens at the national level. Prior to coming to Freedom Ride, Kidd also worked at a therapeutic center in Miami.
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Lucky was donated by Amanda Lord in 2007. Lucky was trained in Western pleasure and showed nationally before arriving at Freedom Ride. He has a easy going temperament and although he has no vision in his left eye, Lucky has adapted quickly to life as a therapy horse.
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Ivan comes to Freedom Ride from Grand Cypress Equestrian where he was in the western trail riding program. Ivan was also used for their summer camps and the english lesson program. He joined the Freedom Ride team in August 2008. Ivan's easy going personality puts our riders immediately at ease. In classes his slow steady gait allows riders to build their confidence gradually with every consistent step. We love Ivan for his gentle, unflappable nature. thank you Grand Cypress for this wonderful addition to our program!
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Equity was donated in 2004 by Karena Smith. Equity is a Arabian/Saddlebred cross who's history includes extensive training up to 4th level dressage, jumping, eventing, cross country, polocrosse and gymkhana. Equity has so many wonderful qualities, he is a true people horse and the epitome of a 'therapy' horse. He has a friendly, engaging personality and when in his stall, his head is always out and looking around, nodding to all in the vicinity, imploring them to come by and say hello. Equity earned the title of '2009 NARHA Region 5 Therapy Horse of the Year' and is definitely the king of the barn at Freedom Ride! Equity is sponsored by Trick Shots, Inc.
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Ginger arrived at Freedom Ride in 2001. She was originally a hunter/jumper lesson pony prior to coming to Freedom Ride. Ginger has a wonderful disposition and displays enormous patience with our riders. She takes everything in stride and is a favorite for us to take on the road. She participates in parades, community events, visits schools and has attended many horse shows with our riders.
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Prince was donated to our program in 2008. This dapper gentleman is an Arabian/Saddlebred cross and is known around the barn as the horse of many colors. His gentle brown eyes and lovable 'teddy bear' personality makes him a favorite with the volunteers and a joy to work with. Prior to his career as a therapy horse, Prince traveled across the nation and into Canada showing in hunter, show hack and sidesaddle. His claim to fame is as the Reserve National Champion at the Arabian/Half-Arabian Nationals in Oklahoma City in 1995.
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Sunny is a Tennessee Walker and was donated in 2009 by Diane Cunningham. What's not to love about Sunny - she is as gentle as they come and her special Tennessee Walker movement makes her a great horse for our hippotherapy program. She looks like a Florida beach girl with her beautiful, wavy, blonde mane and tail.
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Titan is a registered Quarter horse, donated by Don Duncan in 2004. He is primarily a western pleasure trail riding horse that become quite adept at English riding since coming to Freedom Ride. He has a steady, smooth trot that is great for teaching our students how to post in the saddle. Registered under the name 'Quiet Adios', he is anything but quiet... Titan has a fantastic, playful personality and LOVES lots of attention. Be sure to stop by his stall and say hello!
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Little Bit has been with Freedom Ride almost from the start. She arrived in 1999 after being rescued by Seminole County Animal Control. Don't let her pony size fool you, she has gained the title of "Barn Diva" and likes to be the boss of all the horses when out in the pasture. Little Bit has a remarkable personality and has been a great asset to our program.
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Bella arrived at Freedom Ride in Feb 2009. Prior to arriving at Freedom Ride Bella was a school horse at a local barn and enjoyed teaching her riders to jump. As a therapy horse she is the perfect height and provides just the right amount of movement. She is a strong and confident horse with a touch of sass. Bella always carries our beginner riders safely and provides them with the confidence needed to progress in their skills. Once she bats her big brown eyes at you she will instantly win your heart!
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Dusty was donated to Freedom Ride in August 2005 by Michelle Akers. He is a treasured horse in our program that has an enormous level of patience for our riders. Dusty is now back in the program after his long recovery from laminitis, a hoof disease. Special thanks to Dr. Roberts DVM, Brian Van Dusen (farrier) and laminitis specialist in Kentucky, Bryan Farley DVM for helping Dusty continue his work as a therapy horse.
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Zeus was donated to Freedom Ride in May 2005 by Beth Holder. Beth owned him for 4yrs as an English lesson horse who did hunter/jumper and was also a wonderful trail buddy. He teaches our riders the importance of using their legs as well as their reins when riding. Zeus goes on the road to represent Freedom Ride in parades, rider competitions such as the Seminole County 4-H Shows and other events.
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IMAGE is the new girl at the barn. She is a beautiful quarter horse paint, which makes it easy for new volunteers to locate her out in the field among the bay and chestnut horses. Image has quickly become a favorite with her gentle manner ans sweet personality.
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ADOPT A HORSE PROGRAM$3000/yr or $250/ month covers the cost to maintain one of our therapy horses. Your donation helps feed, shelter, provide vet care, farriers services and supplies needed to maintain of of our specialy selected equine team members.
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DONATING YOUR HORSE:. If you have a special horse that you would consider donating to our program, click here for more information and complete the required questionairre.
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