Meet the Herd

15.3hh Quarter Horse gelding, Born 2008

Once owned by a country music star, Arrow gave guided trail rides and was a pleasure horse. He is named 'Arrow' because of the distinct arrow pattern on his right side — making him the easiest paint to identify. Arrow is like a big puppy dog and a rider favorite!

16hh American Warmblood, Born 2001

Bailey came to us after his career as a fox hunter. Bailey is the most patient and forgiving horse you will ever meet. He is great with every child he has met.

17.1hh Percheron gelding, Born 2008

Bishop is the biggest horse in the barn at over 1500 pounds and the only full draft at Saddle Up! He may have pulled barges down the Ohio River and was likely an Amish farm horse. He is a true 'gentle giant' and the frequent subject of visitor selfies.

15hh Quarter Horse, Born 2001

Boomer is known for his trot — the comfiest trot on the farm. Before coming to Saddle Up! in 2019, Boomer was a champion team roper.

11hh Pony gelding, Born 2014

Charlie was ridden as a show jumper and pleasure horse before coming to Saddle Up! As you can tell, he is loving his life here, including hanging out with the many kids and volunteers. He loves to play with his friends in the pony pasture!

15hh Quarter Horse mare, Born 2003

Cocoa's registered name is Spot My Chips and she has great bloodlines including Zips Chocolate Chip and Impressive. Cocoa was shown very successfully in western pleasure and has almost 40 lifetime AQHA Youth Points to her credit.

14.2hh American Quarter Horse mare, Born 2002

Custom is the daughter of the reining legend, Custom Chrome, and comes with an impressive pedigree. She spent her last years as the trusted family horse of Marco Formentin, an NRHA Open World Champion. She took to her new job like she had always done it — even earning 100s on her instructor evaluations.

9hh Miniature Mule gelding, Born 2009

Small but mighty, Dan was generously donated and came to Saddle Up! with his very best friend Thumbelina. Dan is well known as a stubborn little fellow and a super messy eater but, despite his quirks, he is fun to be around and a great addition to our Equine Assisted Learning program.

16hh Morgan Friesian Cross gelding, Born 2017

Governor was generously purchased for the program by funds from the Annual Governor's Club Holiday Auction. He has lovely gaits for advanced riders and is also learning vaulting. His stately presence and glossy black coat have earned him 'Most Handsome' honors.

15.1hh Paint Horse gelding, Born 1999

Harley is on loan from owner Kathy VanHorne, who generously loaned this good gelding to us. In his previous career, he showed in reining and reined cow horse competition — steady then as he is now.

14hh Gypsy Cob gelding, Born 2010

Affectionately known as 'Hairy Harry' because of his beautiful feathers, long whiskers and flowing mane and tail. His name comes from his mom's favorite musician, Harry Styles! Harry has therapy horse experience from his time at Equest in Texas.

13.3hh Norwegian Fjord gelding, Born 2009

Ike was a trail horse before being generously offered to Saddle Up! He is a gorgeous dun known for his steadiness in lessons and friendly personality. Ike loves greeting everyone at Saddle Up! — horses and humans alike.

16.2hh Roan Brabant mare, Born 2008

The Brabant is one of the oldest draft breeds with roots in medieval Europe. With her unique roan color and massive size, Izzy is a stunner. From the first day she has shown herself to be a perfect therapy horse.

15.3hh American Paint gelding, Born 2007

Jackson has never met a stranger and loves everyone he meets! This pretty boy was professionally trained in dressage and also dabbled in liberty work. He is owned and loved by Saddle Up! instructor Corinna.

15hh Draft Cross gelding, Born 2013

Jake (From State Farm) has been a solid lesson horse and steady trail companion for many years. Most recently ridden by a 10-year-old girl, when her family moved across the country, Jake stayed in Tennessee and Saddle Up! became his new home.

12hh Chestnut Pony, Born 2005

Jelly Bean is the smallest of the herd at 550 lbs, but he has a big heart and a lot of attitude. Before coming to Saddle Up! he taught many kids how to ride and he loves hanging out with his best friend, Sampson.

15hh Bay Quarter Horse gelding, Born 2004

Leroy — known as Tennessee Leroy — has the ultimate 'been there, done that' personality and gives our riders a confidence-building ride every time. He has been shown in western dressage and is a steady trail partner.

13.1hh Pony gelding, Born 2006

Pip aka 'Pipsqueak' is small but mighty! A rescue pony, Pip is a perfect example of how horses bloom into wonderful partners when given the right love and care. He is a perfect therapy-sized pony.

14.3hh Andalusian Cross mare, Born 2005

Lovely Rita (Meter Maid) is an Andalusian Cross on loan through the generosity of Susannah Denney. Rita has been a lesson horse, therapy horse, and all-around great mare. We love her gentle eyes and long bangs.

16.3hh Spotted Draft Cross gelding, Born 2010

Ronan began as a husband horse, then was trained to bring a young girl's vaulting dreams alive. His steadiness and loving personality fit right in at Saddle Up! and his love of food and affection are noted by all who work with him.

11hh Bay Pony gelding, Born 2008

Sampson is an adorable flirt with his punk rock mohawk and large personality! He came to us through Safe Harbor rescue and loves his job and life at Saddle Up!.

14.3hh Paint gelding, Born 2003

Sandman came to Saddle Up! with his best buddy Woody. A former show and schooling horse at Asbury University, Sandman is quiet with his riders under every circumstance — a true 'Steady Eddy.'

14.2hh Haflinger mare, Born 2015

Sweet Scout was likely a carriage horse in her previous career and a steady trail partner. Scout is a gregarious mare and a real 'talker' who likes to greet horses and riders alike when walking in from the pasture.

Draft x Quarter Horse Cross, Born 2018

Solstice was born during the summer solstice. When her mom was rescued by Copper Horse Crusade she was a 'stowaway.' She is built sturdy to carry our older riders and is a super smart mare.

13.2hh Norwegian Fjord mare, Born 2017

Solveig means 'strength of the sun.' She was a proud representative of the Fjord breed at the Kentucky Horse Park before coming to Saddle Up! She has been shown in breed shows and is an excellent example of the Fjord.

15hh Quarter Horse mare, Born 2014

Taylor was part of a broodmare band and then taken to a sale widely known as a pipeline to slaughter. Thankfully, our friends in Ohio saved her, put time into her, and helped her find her way to us. She has learned her job and figured out that people are good.

8.3hh Miniature Horse mare, Born 2009

Super sweet and very pretty, this petite paint mare brings a smile to everyone's face. She loves people and her forever best buddy, Dan. Thumby is part of our Equestrian Learning Programs and is super portable for outside events.

14.3hh Quarter Horse gelding, Born 2002

Toby is a beautiful red roan on loan from owner Steve Everett. Toby's color makes him stand out as does his 'practically perfect in every way' personality. A 2002 model but young at heart!

16.1hh Tennessee Walking Horse, Born 2012

Willie was primarily a trail horse prior to Saddle Up! He is a descendant of Midnight Sun, a two-time World Grand Champion and one of the leading sires of the Tennessee Walking Horse breed.

16hh Quarter Horse gelding, Born 2001

Woody came to Saddle Up! after a successful career as a school horse at Asbury University and is on loan from owner Lisa Thompson. Kind and gentle with smooth gaits, he can be trusted as a great off-lead horse for advanced riders. A true gem!