4STEPS Parade of Horses

MISS KITTY

 Miss Kitty is a  Haflinger – Native to Germany/Italy, Haflinger horses are extremely social, relatively small, are always chestnut with flaxen mane and tail, have distinctive gaits described as energetic but smooth, and are well-muscled yet elegant.  

NIKI

Nikki is a Draft Cross - Draft crosses come in many sizes, colors, and configurations. A cross is generally the progeny of any draft breed such as a Belgian or Percheron, bred with a light breed such as a Thoroughbred or Quarter Horse. The crosses are generally lighter boned and more spirited than the pure draft, and are often used for riding, jumping, dressage, and harness work. 

 SHEP

Shep  is a Standardbred - The Standardbred is often described as “honest”. He is robust, plain, rugged, capable of performing any job, and is one of the equine world's most well-rounded breeds. Not only is he the fastest racing breed in harness, he also excels off the racetrack. 

DIAMOND

 “The essential joy of being with horses is that it brings us in contact  with the rare elements of grace, beauty, spirit, and freedom.”  Diamond is a retired Standardbred race horse. Graceful, athletic and aloof she is a girls' best friend!

TAFFY

Taffy is a Chincoteague Pony – Unique to Assateague Island, Chincoteague Ponies are known for their friendly and outgoing personalities. They have a gentle disposition and are small in stature, making them suitable for children. Chincoteague ponies are known to have strong hooves (they usually do not require shoes), a sturdy build, and resemble the mustang in many ways. They can come in many 

“Horses are like shoes – you need one in every color.”

ZORRO

Horses are strong enough to carry ourselves and all of our problems. Zorro is a retired Standardbred race horse. A winner of hearts, he is everyone's favorite!

TILLY

Tilly is a Norwegian Fjord – Native to Norway, The Fjord horse has a distinct appearance. The breed's conformation differs from many other breeds in that it is a blend of draft horse muscling and bone, with smaller size and greater agility. It has a strong, arched neck, sturdy legs and good feet, and a compact, muscular body. 

BELLE STARR AND MOCHA

The Arabian cross – sometimes in life you can put two things together that are great on their own and get a match made in heaven, like peanut butter and chocolate. The Half-Arabian is a cross that builds on the strengths of the purebred Arabian—athleticism, stamina, intelligence—and adds qualities from another breed to create horses suited for many disciplines  

WHIMSY

Whimsey is a Connemara Pony – The Connemara Pony is native to Wild Atlantic Coast of Ireland. They are kind, caring, willing and trusting. They have a gentle disposition, love human affection, are inquisitive and very easy to handle. The Connemara pony is a safe and sensible breed, which makes them a fantastic mount for both children and adults alike. They are extremely intelligent and very