Meet our Therapy Herd
our mesa lesson horses
MESA is the last career for most of our horses. Our lesson horses are typically donated or loaned to us. THey are no longer able to perform their duties in their previous career at the capacity that is necessary, so they are either forgotten in the pastures, sent to market, or MESA can give the a new sense of worth. MESA horses get enough exercise that is healthy with plenty of pats, hugs, smiles, carrots and apples to keep them happy through thier sunset years.
Padre
Age: 20
Breed: Quarter Horse
Color: Palomino
Donor: Grant Provided by Wyoming Community Foundation
Former Career: Ranching
Notes: Padre came to us on loan, and by the end of the year we had an opportunity to call him our own! He's rock solid, loves to be pampered, and is so much fun to ride. We are so grateful to have him, thanks to his previous owner, Leon Moore, and the Wyoming Community Foundation's grant.
Buck
Age: 21
Breed: Quarter Horse
Color: Buckskin
Donor: Borrowed from Matt Neubauer
Former Career: Ranch & rope horse, trail horse, 4-H & local shows
Notes: Buck is as good as they get! He loves the littles and is great with the big kids. Older kids love him because he is so well broke and fun to ride.
Teddy
Age: 23
Breed: Arabian
Color: Chestnut
Donor: Stony & Teresa Yakovak
Former Career: Pony Club and Ranch
Notes: Teddy was retired in the Spring of 2023 to one of our MESA families. Teddy will live out the remainder of his days living a life of retirement with lots of hugs & kisses.
Classy
Age: 12
Breed: Quarter Horse
Color: Sorrel
Donor: Roger & Margaret Jones
Former Career: Jr. Rodeo and Ranching
Notes: We are so grateful to be able to get Classy. He is our youngest saddle horse with a big motor and kind heart. Classy has been a great addition as he gives our most advanced riders a new challenge and experience.
Dandy
Age: 10
Breed: Miniature Pony
Color: Chestnut
Donor: Molly Sullivan
Former Career: Cuteness!
Notes: Dandy is Shadow's very best friend and so she has become a part of the therapy herd! She's cute, sassy, and loves treats & attention.
Johnny
Age: 21
Breed: Quarter Horse
Color: Sorrel
Donor: Lacey Hicks
Former Career: Ranching, Roping
Notes: Johnny has done nearly everything! From a working cow horse competitor, to ranch work, and a show horse! He is one of our favorites as he is the first ride our participants have when it's time for them to learn to lope!
$100 donation provides farrier service
$500 provides care for a season
$1,000 provides care for a year