Radar is approximately 19 years old. He came to SpiritHorse from a family that loved him and wanted to share him with others. He had already lost his ear in a possible mountain lion attack from when he lived in the mountains some time prior. He’s mostly sweet, a little sour, curious, and loves cupcakes. He is happy and loved. Radar pretty much runs the place!
Chica is a 30-something-year-old pony that is part Paso Fino. She came to SpiritHorse five years ago with a sassy attitude, not expecting to live much longer. She surpassed everyone's expectations and quickly became one of the best, most loved lesson horses, teaching many children how to ride. She is missing most of her teeth and requires a special diet and the occasional extensive vet treatment t
Poodini came to SpiritHorse after he had gotten hit by a car and had a shattered pelvis and leg. He eventually had to have his shattered leg amputated after it wouldn’t heal and was causing a lot of pain. He lived the rest of his days, being happy and loved, until his recent passing due to old age. This picture was taken right after a big storm last year; Poodini had been enjoying some mud puddles
Coco Puff was a beloved miniature pony estimated to be older than 25 years old when he passed away in January 2025. At some point, he had an injured eye that had to be removed. He had a sweet and spunky personality, and sometimes enjoys pretending to be a rodeo “bronc.” He was loved by little kids everywhere, who enjoyed grooming him and dressing him up with braids and bows. Coco Puff was so very
Lizzy was brought to SpiritHorse by Tulare Animal Control after an incident where her flock was attacked, and she lost her beak. She was named Lizzie because she used her tongue to eat, like a lizard. She lived her final years at the farm being spoiled, happy, and loved.
Waffles was brought to SpiritHorse as a piglet with her littermate, Pancake. She is a beloved part of the SpiritHorse crew who enjoys Starburst candy and gets loved on by kids in the petting zoo during events. Waffles is happy and loved!
Fred is short for “Fred Dave Bob.” He was so named because three different people named him at three different times. Fred came to the farm several years ago as a kid (baby goat). He is a fainting goat with a hereditary condition that may cause him to stiffen or fall over when excited or startled. He enjoys nibbling on clothes and being in the petting zoo on Farm Day Fridays. He is happy and loved
Four Jabez, or "JJ" for short, is 25 years old. JJ was brought to SpiritHorse to be a lesson horse several years ago, but she became a one-girl horse who enjoyed being spoiled, trained, and going to shows with her favorite person. JJ has now retired and returned to a lovely life of leisure in the California foothills. JJ is happy and loved!
Rocky is a nearly 30-year-old Arabian horse with the registered name “Spirit Rock.” He came to the farm in 2016 as a lesson horse and taught many children to ride over the years. He is a very sweet horse who loves Twizzlers and showing off with his many tricks. Rocky is now enjoying a well-deserved retirement. He is happy and loved!