Our horses are chosen for their gentle nature and calmness.
They have a hard job and must adapt to the many different needs of our riders.
Finding appropriate horses for our program is a challenge so a great deal of care
is given to them so they can continue to provide this therapy.
They have a hard job and must adapt to the many different needs of our riders.
Finding appropriate horses for our program is a challenge so a great deal of care
is given to them so they can continue to provide this therapy.
Welcome to the stables
We would like to thank the Powell River Health Care Auxiliary for their continued support for the care of our horses.
Previous donations allowed us to purchase our beautiful Zora, a "silver or grey" Fjord mare who is an excellent therapy horse for all our riders, from preschoolers to adults.
Zora was purchased from a family in Princeton, BC in April 2016.
She is a stunning ‘Gray’ Norwegian Fjord. Born June 1, 2003 and registered as ‘Snowy’s Zora’.
She loves people and is gentle, with the calm Fjord personality.
Previous donations allowed us to purchase our beautiful Zora, a "silver or grey" Fjord mare who is an excellent therapy horse for all our riders, from preschoolers to adults.
Zora was purchased from a family in Princeton, BC in April 2016.
She is a stunning ‘Gray’ Norwegian Fjord. Born June 1, 2003 and registered as ‘Snowy’s Zora’.
She loves people and is gentle, with the calm Fjord personality.
Sitka is a lovely Quarter horse/Norwegian Fjord cross mare born in 1997. She was donated to the PRTRA in July 2010. As a 4-month old filly, Sitka lost the sight in her left eye as a result of an accident. This does not hold her back from doing her job. Her size and forward movement make her a suitable horse for some of our adult riders but she can also be trusted to look after some of our younger inexperienced riders as well.
Liam comes to us from Salt Spring Island and is the first horse to be adopted through PRTRA’s Adopt A Pony program.
He is a chestnut roan Belgian/Quarter Horse gelding born in 1995. Liam’s quiet “gentle giant” nature makes him everyone’s favorite. Not only does he get along with all of us but also he gets along with the whole herd and has made a wonderful pasture mate. |
Desi is a registered Norwegian Fjord gelding. He was born in 1992, his registered name is Destrier of Narnia!
Desi has been with PRTRA since October 2007 and is one of the backbones of our program here at PRTRA. With endless patience and an even temperament, Desi can be counted on to look after some of our most challenging riders 
Buddy is an Appaloosa gelding who came to PRTRA in September 2019. He is a 16 HH love bug who adores attention. He is the newest member of the herd and turns out to be a wonderful therapeutic horse.
Stormy is a registered Norwegian Fjord gelding. He was born in 2002. In previous years, he was used in a Therapeutic Riding Facility. Stormy may be little, but his personality is not!
My Texas Darlin "Oveta" is a 13 year old QH mare. Oveta is at PRTRA on trial to ensure she is a good fit for the program. Oveta has done Para-Dressage and looks to be a great addition to the program!
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And our barn cat Leon! |
Adopt-a-pony
Here’s a great way to help PRTRA. Consider sponsoring one of the therapy horses through the Adopt-a-Pony program.
The cost of maintaining a special therapy horse is very high. Costs may include feed, bedding, farrier and veterinary costs, replacing special tack, maintaining and repairing stable and pasture.
Your sponsorship will maintain one special therapeutic riding horse of your choice for one year. The Adopt-a-Pony program gives corporations, groups and individuals the opportunity to support the “backbone” of our therapeutic riding program - the horses.
Sponsorship Benefits Adopt-a-Pony sponsors are recognized for their contribution in many ways...
- Name plate with sponsor’s logo on horse’s stall
- Plaque with horse’s photo to display in your office
- PRTRA’s Facebook page and Website will include mention of Adopt-a-Pony sponsors with link to your web site.
- Recognition at PRTRA events
phone 604-485-0177
