Meet our Healing Herd
Take a minute to meet each of our horses below.
Learn more about how to donate in-kind horse services and supplies, or how to become a 2022-2023 horse sponsor:
Contact Ali Burke via email or call her directly at 541-382-9410.
Ace
About Ace
Breed: Gypsy Vanner
Color: Black tobiano
Born: 2017
Owned by: Ashley Newton
At Healing Reins Since: 2022
Ace is in need of a sponsor!
With his curious and goofy personality, Ace is truly one of a kind. He has a youthful energy that makes everyone smile, and still shows a maturity beyond his years with his easy going demeanor. Ace is both a patient partner for participants who are new to horses, as well as an engaging partner for those who have prior experience with horses.
Aspen
About Aspen
Breed: Appaloosa
Color: Flea Bitten Gay
Born: 1995
At Healing Reins Since: June 2022
Owned By: Jenny Chesley
Aspen is in need of a sponsor!
Aspen is a kind, old soul with a quiet demeanor who brings a calming presence to those around her. Aspen excels at putting nervous participants at ease, taking care of the humans who are working with her. She is a fantastic mare for anyone who is new to horses and might be looking for a kind and forgiving partner.
Augie
About Augie
Breed: Morgan
Color: Chocolate Palomino
Born: 2004
At Healing Reins Since: June 2021
Owned By: Karen Pate
Sponsored in joint by: Susan & Martin Carah / Stan Binnie & Maribeth Erlich
Augie’s personality is just as lovely as his coloring- hanging out with humans is his favorite and he loves love and cuddles. With his gentle and kind nature and an incredibly smooth movement, Augie excels in both therapeutic and recreational horsemanship, as well as mental health services. He is a wonderful partner, a patient teacher, and a loving friend.
Belle
About Belle
Breed: Appaloosa
Color: Varnish Roan
Born: 2008
At Healing Reins Since: January 2022
Owned By: Alyssa Elms (HR Volunteer Manager)
Belle is currently in need of an annual sponsor!
Belle is a sweet horse who loves to have a lot of friends. When she is not at Healing Reins she does a lot of trail rides with Girl Scouts. Belle has a calm demeanor for herself and wants everyone to be safe. She is a wonderful horse for beginners and those wanting to build confidence.
Cappy
About Cappy
Breed: Warmblood
Color: Bay
Born: 2004
At Healing Reins Since: 2022
Owned by: Darren and Lisa Pleasance
Cappy is in need of an annual sponsor!
Cappy loves all of his people, and looks to them for reassurance and what to do next. He is silly, sweet, friendly, and loves being part of our Mental Health Herd. When not in “work mode,” Cappy pushes boundaries in a playful and attention seeking way.
Cece
About Cece
Breed: Rocky Mountain Horse
Color: Chocolate Palomino
Born: 2001
At Healing Reins Since: 2021
Owned By: Healing Reins
Cece is in need of an annual sponsor!
Cece is a kind, old soul. Cece is a gaited horse, making her an incredibly smooth and easy ride, especially for those who face challenges with their balance or weakness in their lower body. Whether working in horsemanship or mental health sessions, Cece craves attention from people and wants to please.
Cecil
About Cecil
Breed: Quarter Horse
Color: Chestnut
Born: 2008
At Healing Reins Since: 2021
Owned By: Healing Reins
Sponsored by: Linda & Brian Opdycke
Cecil is a stoic gentleman with the patience of a seasoned teacher. He has an easy going attitude that draws people to him and puts even the most nervous rider at ease. Cecil’s small but strong frame, paired with an exceptional temperament, makes him a great match for a wide variety of participants.
Chula
About Chula
Breed: Argentinian Polo Pony
Color: Bay
Born: 2004
At Healing Reins Since: 2022
Owned By: Erin Gough
Chula is in need of an annual Sponsor!
Chula is a loving and intelligent horse. One of her favorite activities is to play polo. She takes pride in working with her participants and keeping them safe. She is a wonderful partner for people who like going forward. Chula is a great match for participants working on being independent, and for those that need assistance.
Clancy
About Clancy
Breed: Quarter Horse
Color: Bay Tobiano
Born: 2012
At Healing Reins Since: 2022
Owned by: Jenny Chelsey
Clancy is in need of an annual sponsor!
Clancy is a big, flashy gelding with a personality to match. His enthusiasm for working with people and his curious outlook on life makes Clancy a great match for those who are participating in our Equine Assisted Mental Health services. Sensitive, engaging and friendly, Clancy looks for a relationship with the people who work with him.
Echo
About Echo
Breed: Haflinger
Color: Chestnut
Born: 1998
At Healing Reins Since: 2018
Owned by: Leah Bishop
Echo is currently in need of an annual sponsor!
Echo is a sensitive mare with high emotionality and a big heart. She is a fast mover with quick gaits and is very responsive to her riders’ cues and feelings. Echo likes to work hard, loves a challenge, and enjoys learning new things. Echo’s small, sturdy stature makes her a nice choice for many of our independent young adults.
Elvis
About Elvis
Breed: Hackney Welsh Cross
Color: Smokey Buckskin
Born: 1999
At Healing Reins Since: 2018
Owned by: Healing Reins Therapeutic Riding Center
Elvis is currently in need of an annual sponsor!
Elvis is aptly named – he is the king! He’s a cautious little guy, and sometimes his shyness can be mistaken for rudeness. Actually, because of his retiring personality, he is a wonderful horse for EAMH clients who might also struggle with confidence or courage. We can learn so much from horses and Elvis is a small but mighty teacher!
Ember
About Ember
Breed: Miniature Horse
Color: Liver Chestnut
Born: 2014
At Healing Reins Since: 2021
Owned By: Healing Reins
Sponsored by: Brad & Lisa Bailey
Ember is a curious and friendly little mare, with the sweetest personality. Incredibly people oriented, Ember is the first to greet someone at the gate, wanting to quietly spend time with them and get loved on. Her petite stature makes her a great option for those who may be nervous around the larger horses.
Enzo
About Enzo
Breed: Belgian Draft
Color: Chestnut
Born: 2004
At Healing Reins Since: 2022
Owned by: Healing Reins
Enzo is currently in need of an annual sponsor!
While Enzo is pretty quiet and reserved, he has an affectionate and silly side that comes out as he gets to know you. A gentle giant, Enzo knows he’s a big guy and is always respectful and gentle when working with people both on the ground and under saddle. Just being in his presence fills people with a sense of ease and calm.
Faith
About Faith
Breed: Norwegian Fjord
Color: Dun
Born: 1995
At Healing Reins Since: 2011
Owned by: Healing Reins Therapeutic Riding Center
Sponsored By: Les Schwab Tires
Faith lives up to her name – she is faithful and steady, the perfect partner for building confidence. She loves her job at Healing Reins and takes great care of her participants. With her eager trot and willing demeanor, Faith is an invaluable member of the herd for riders who are learning about walk/trot transitions and posting diagonals.
Fancie
About Fancie
Breed: Quarter Horse
Color: Chestnut
Born: 2016
At Healing Reins Since: 2019
Owned by: Healing Reins Therapeutic Riding Center
Sponsored By: Brad & Lisa Bailey
Fancie loves people! The youngest member of our herd, she is intelligent, curious and always up for a game. She is unflappable and especially enjoys taking care of little kids in hippotherapy and horsemanship classes. Thanks to her western background and breeding, she has smooth gaits and an easy-going approach to life.
Ike
About Ike
Breed: Paint
Color: Bay Tobiano
Born: 2003
At Healing Reins Since: 2019
Owned by: David and Shery Mays
Sponsored By: Dawn Cofer
Ike is a big guy who looks to his participant for leadership, making him a great horse to learn from. He is steady and quiet and truly wants a partnership with his human team, making him invaluable as a teacher. Before coming to Healing Reins, Ike was a trail horse and, with his big trot and equally big heart, we love having him!
Laci
About Laci
Breed: Clydesdale
Color: Black
Born: 2004
At Healing Reins Since: 2020
Owned by: Connie Hegele of Lone Pine Clydesdales
Sponsored by: Starfire Body Piercing Studio & Body Jewelry Company
Laci is a sweet, gentle, curious mare who enjoys spending time with people. Her big, floaty gaits make her a wonderfully smooth ride. Before coming here Laci was both an exceptional carriage horse and a loving broodmare. It’s thanks to these experiences that Laci is able to use her quiet confidence to partner with our participants.
Lola
About Lola
Breed: Miniature Horse
Color: Chestnut Tobiano
Born: 2014
At Healing Reins Since: 2021
Owned By: Healing Reins
Lola is currently in need of an annual sponsor.
Lola is shy, intelligent and cute as a button. She approaches new situations with caution, but her willing and curious attitude makes her wonderfully adaptable and quick to learn. These personality traits make Lola a great fit for EAMH clients who may find it challenging to try new things or adapt to new situations.
Maleah
About Maleah
Breed: Quarter Horse
Color: Buckskin
Born: 2001
At Healing Reins Since: 2012
Owned by: Dorothy Forsyth
Sponsored By: Katrina Hayes and Steve McBurnett
Maleah’s favorite thing about life is her work: she does it with all of her heart. She can be choosy with her affection but she loves to please and partner with people. Maleah has smooth, steady transitions and long consistent movement, which make her a natural choice for riders who are learning to move from one gait to the next.
Moose
About Moose
Breed: Quarter Horse
Color: Bay
Born: 1996
At Healing Reins Since: 2022
Owned by: Ahlea Thomson
Sponsored by: Nuan Crowder and Gail Hongladarom
Moose is a been-there-done-that schoolmaster who has a background in jumping, dressage, cow work and more. An older gentleman, Moose’s playful demeanor is perfect for both experienced riders looking to advance their skills as well as beginners needing a kind and patient teacher.
QD
About QD
Breed: Paint
Color: Chestnut
Born: 2000
At Healing Reins Since: 2018
Owned by: Jeff and Dawn Curl
Sponsored By: The Grenier Eggleston Family
QD has tons of experience as an OHSET horse, and she brings her intelligence and self-assurance to her work at Healing Reins. Because of her mellow, unflappable nature and propulsive movement, she’s popular in hippotherapy sessions as well as with anyone who is in need of a supportive and affirming equine partner.
Sam
About Sam
Breed: Clydesdale
Color: Bay
Born: 2011
At Healing Reins Since: 2021
Owned By: Healing Reins
Sponsored by: Starfire Body Piercing Studio & Body Jewelry Company
Sam is a wonderful representation of a draft horse- he is gentle, kind and calm. He loves people and loves to please those working with him. As a former carriage horse, Sam approaches new situations with a thoughtful consideration that makes him a great fit for therapeutic horsemanship.
Swamper
About Swamper
Breed: Quarter Horse
Color: Bay Roan
Born: 2002
At Healing Reins Since: 2021
Owned By: Healing Reins
Sponsored By: Stefan and Kari D’Angona
Swamper is confident, curious, and loves people. His been-there-done-that attitude comes from years as a ranch horse and makes him a reliable mount in any situation. The combination of his large build and goofy, mischievous personality makes him popular in mental health and horsemanship services.
Tino
About Tino
Breed: Morgan
Color: Bay
Born: 2003
At Healing Reins Since: 2019
Owned by: Healing Reins
Tino is in need of an annual sponsor!
Tino is a firecracker of a horse who is an indispensable member of the herd. With his powerful movement and small stature, he’s a natural fit for hippotherapy clients, while his vivacity makes him popular with teenage participants, who sense in him a kindred spirit. He enjoys teaching his participants, and does so with enthusiasm.
Tuffy
About Tuffy
Breed: Quarter Horse
Color: Bay
Born: 1999
Owned By: Christine Baker
Sponsored By: The Capozzi Family
Tuffy is loved by all for his sweet personality- he never misses an opportunity to show his humans how much he loves them! His friendly personality paired with a quiet and stoic demeanor makes him a perfect match for those who may be nervous around horses, or just want a friend to decompress with.
Yoda
About Yoda
Breed: Percheron
Color: Black
Born: 2000
At Healing Reins Since: 2022
Owned by: Healing Reins
Sponsored By: Fortress of Central Oregon
With his soulful eyes and regal appearance, Yoda is a sight to behold. He may have a cautious approach to life and is slow to warm up to people, but working with Yoda is the perfect opportunity for people to work on mindfulness and slowing themselves down. He is a stoic horse with a big heart, who wants to do the right thing and give his all.
Yukon
About Yukon
Breed: Gypsy Vanner
Color: Black Tobiano
Born: 2006
Owned By: Gina Floyd
Sponsored By: Fortress of Central Oregon
Yukon is a friendly guy who looks at the world through a forelock that any 80’s rocker would be proud of. Curious, intelligent, and willing, Yukon’s got it all. His dynamic personality provides an opportunity for engaging interactions with anyone who works with him, make him a great partner in Equine Assisted Mental Health sessions.
Do you have a horse that you think would make a good addition to the Healing Reins Herd?
We’re always on the lookout for the ideal therapy horse here at Healing Reins. The equine members of our team are hugely important to us and are chosen very carefully. The ideal therapy horse is sound and unflappable, with a been-there-done-that attitude. Our herd members have had careers in dressage, high school equestrian teams, trail riding, ranch work, and more. Miles and experience add up to the quiet, assured horses our participants need.
We do not typically buy horses or accept donated horses – when they retire, we want to be able to send horses back to their owners for a nice life of leisure in their golden years.
Each equine considered for our herd must:
- Be sound at the walk, trot, and canter
- Be well trained both under saddle and in hand
- Be comfortable with sudden noises, unbalanced riders, and positional changes
- Be able to live outside with other horses
- Be free of vices such as biting, kicking, bucking, or rearing
- Be up to date on vaccinations, dentals, and farrier work
If you think your horse would enjoy being part of the Healing Herd, fill out the form below.
Volunteer at
Healing Reins
It is thanks to our dedicated and hard-working team of volunteers that we are able to provide our participants with the hope and healing they deserve. From preparing for and working in lessons to caring for our beautiful facility, to working behind the scenes doing administrative work, our talented volunteers make our world go round!