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Seizetheday Rexy, "Rexy", is a 2017 OTTB gelding who retired from racing due to mild knee arthritis and joined the CANTER California herd in October 2021. While his knee arthritis caused his racing career to end early, his veterinary team has given him a great prognosis for beginning a second career as a riding horse. He is being carefully re-started by our volunteer team and will later be available for adoption. Rexy represents so many of our horses who have so much heart, athleticism, and so many years left to be enjoyed by someone after retiring from their first career!

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"Tristan the wonder horse" has been the face of our center since the beginning. Having 4 careers: Race horse, Hunter jumper, Dressage, and Therapy, Tristan, now 31, still works carrying Veterans, special needs children, adults, and able-bodied riders. He has traveled to special needs schools and has worked with one of the largest Veterans Hospitals in the country. Tristan won The Jockey Club's Thoroughbred's incentive program Horse of the Year for 2015, The amazing thing about Tristan is he always knows when someone is in need of a horse hug.

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Pierre came to Giant Steps from a family with a long history of supporting Giant Steps. His human "grandpa" volunteered with our program when Giant Steps was just 10 years old. His owner started volunteering at Giant Steps as soon as she was old enough, and her parents are loyal supporters. So when Pierre's jumping career was coming to an end, it was the natural choice for him to become a therapy horse, and luckily he is perfectly suited for the job. This Selle Francais is an unassuming Frenchman. He loves people and aims to please. Pierre is a true professional. Beautifully trained, he willingly complies with his rider's instructions, even when they are not quite clear. Just like his human family, Pierre teaches generosity.

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Paige is one of Halleck Creek Ranch's newest equine members and has proven to excel as a kind and gentle therapy horse providing Equine-Assisted Services and Therapeutic Riding to people with disabilities. Paige is shown here wearing a adaptive tack - a bit-less bridle.

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When we first met Viva in 2012, we knew this horse was special. After 96 races and a bankroll of over $340,000, Viva has participated in many programs, providing space for healing for those who need it, including a probationer- based program in partnership with the Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation, our Veteran's project, our Stable Kids foster child project and our Stable Responders for first responders and health care providers. At 27, Viva continues to make his story known with all our program participants, our volunteers, and even his former racehorse owner.

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Chosen Moon came to us after suffering from a right front condylar fracture on track. He is currently recovering from surgery during which two screws were placed in his bone. He is the perfect example of our mission of ensuring horses get the second chance they so deserve. With Moon's forgiveness and laid-back personality, we are excited to see what future we can help provide for him!

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Haven's flashy looks and sweet spirit has provided "Hope on Horseback" for over 5 years.

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Blue Moon is a six-year old American Miniature Horse that proudly represents Mini Therapy Horses. Here, Blue Moon is visiting with a patient and his sibling at Shriners For Children Medical Center. Whether she is participating in physical therapy sessions with the kids or comforting patients bedside as they come out of anesthesia, Blue Moon always brings joy, comfort and hope to everyone she meets.

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Kleng has been a trusted and valued member of the NorthWest Therapeutic Riding Center since 1995. Kleng's personality, his versatility, his delightful attitude and the number of riders he has carried on his back over the years earned him many awards, including 2009 PATH Intl. Equine of the Year, followed by his induction into the Horse Stars Hall of Fame in 2013. Kleng happily gives a leg up to NWTRC participants, helping people feel joyful, included and hopeful while learning horsemanship and riding skills. Kleng is our treasured coworker and friend.

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Honey, a 13-year old Haflinger mare, has been a therapy horse for the past ten years. She is our "go-to" horse when a new person is seeing and feeling the opportunity to be close to a horse or pony for the first time. It is the beginning of that incredible bond that will form and change the lives of special needs children in a very profound way.

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Elsie joined our herd as a sturdy choice for our children and adults with life challenges. After several years of service, however, she was diagnosed with Frog-Bone and Cushings diseases, risking her future at our program. Not willing to give up on this gentle giant, our veterinarian, farrier, and staff put Elsie on extended rest, adjusted diet and medications, and customized her shoes. As Elsie healed, she returned to the vital role of healing others.

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Beyond All Limits aka "Beau" is a 30 year old OTTB that had 84 starts on the track. Beau has survived being over raced, and has lived with a chronic sinus issue for 6 years for which he underwent surgery and is on a daily nebulizing schedule. He is an example of and represents overcoming the odds. He's a survivor which draws our Equine Assisted Therapy participants to him for the support and positivity they seek. They also strive to beat the odds like Beau!

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Deto is a 17 year-old Arabian-standardbred whose laid-back and gentle nature makes everyone feel at ease. Although he had a history of neglect and high anxiety, he has overcome those challenges with years of loving care and is now thriving as a therapy horse. With the help of our occupational, physical, and speech therapists, Deto works with children with disabilities to help them improve their function and quality of life. His energy is exceptionally calming, especially when engaged in his favorite activity of all time - grooming.

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Meet the new Mayor of your barn! Taco is the silliest, splashiest, most social horse you’ll meet. He loves the camera and makes a lasting impression on everyone he comes across. While on the track, Taco broke two sesamoid bones in his right ankle, which means he’s best suited for walk/trot, and trail. He’s had a lot of groundwork training and has been put through many an obstacle course. A lot more woah than go. If you’re looking for the fanciest horse on the trail, with the most personality, look no further. Taco’s got you covered.

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