Therapy Horses Gone Wild
Hope in the Saddle
February 6, 2026
A unique nature-exposure therapy program in Florida uses wild Florida Cracker Horses to help adults with autism.
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Exceptional Equestrians
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February 6, 2026
The Sunshine State lived up to its name on January 21st when more than 20 athletes gathered at the Jacksonville Equestrian Center to compete in the 2018 Special Olympics Florida Area 5 Equestrian Championships.
Horses Healing Heroes
Hope in the Saddle
February 6, 2026
Military members, veterans, and their families find horses and healing at the Brave HEART program.
Minimum Size, Maximum Love
Hope in the Saddle
February 6, 2026
Miniature horses are trotting their way into the hearts of both young and old through the Mobile Minis program.
14 Photos of Horse Love for National Love Your Pet Day
Hope in the Saddle
February 6, 2026
Horses are more than pets and we love them all day every day, but we’re not going to pass up an excuse to share happy horse photos!
Dressage Gives Alex Wings
Hope in the Saddle
February 6, 2026
Learning dressage helps one rider with autism and cerebral palsy establish success and confidence in all aspects of his life.
Equine first responders, tiny donkeys make a big impact, and more equine-assisted therapy stories of the week.
Hope in the Saddle
February 6, 2026
Welcome to the Hope in the Saddle link roundup, where we share our favorite horse stories from around the web. If there’s a story you
Tank
Hope in the Saddle
February 6, 2026
“Tank was taken in and had been beaten and had a hard time trusting people and needed a job…”
Rumor Has It
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February 6, 2026
“My horse Rumor Has It has been in my life since she was 4 months old…”
Lessons with Longears
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February 6, 2026
Miniature Donkeys are Unlikely Allies for those with Prader-Willi Syndrome Dogs and horses may be the stars of most animal therapy programs, but at the