About our Horses . . .
Throughout history the horse has been the devoted
servant of mankind. The strength of the horse has carried and pulled
our loads, the bravery and co-operative nature of the horse has for
centuries carried us into battle, while his willingness and work
ethic ploughed our fields and turned our wheels.
The agility of the horse made it possible for
ancient hunters to track and corner their prey, and in more recent
years to herd cattle or find a wayward lamb, even in terrain
inaccessible by any other means. To be sure, the horse earned his
nobility.
The horse gained man’s respect and admiration
by his great athletic ability, compliance to training, loyalty and
his love of sport. Thus came the second phase of mankind’s ever
enduring relationship with the horse. Foxhunting, polo, dressage,
show jumping, driving and trail riding as well as circus stunt,
rodeo and racing gave the horse an irreplaceable spot in the hearts
of people everywhere.
Today the noble horse has found a new way to
contribute to the betterment and pleasure of mankind. Because the
horse has been found to be a valuable tool for helping handicapped
people regain balance, restore muscles, develop self-confidence and
many other benefits, equine therapy has become a recognized medical,
physical and mental therapy and equine therapy is accepted in many
countries of the world.
Here, at Pegasus, our herd of horses carry on the
age old tradition of serving mankind. Each week from November to May
they carry riders through a series of exercises, routines and
challenges designed to improve their well-being and self-esteem
while having fun. This is no small order for a horse. This work
requires special and constant training as well as gentleness and
extraordinary patience. Here is an introductory listing of our
amazing “Pegasus herd.”
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