Our Horses: Honey Girl
Acorn, Aspen, Athena, Beryl, Blackhawk, Cedar, Chaparral, Daisy, Everest, First Star, Hickory, Honey Girl, Jade, Jasper, Joyee, Juniper, Navajo, Onyx, Pearl, Pepper, Pinon, Raven, Sapphire, Sequoia, Springtime, Starbright, Teak, Teton, Tiger Eye, Topaz, Vaquero, Wild Sweet William, and Zoey
Honey Girl is a colorful, stout mare. Her flaxen mane and tail, and white socks adorn her chestnut coat. Honey Girl was gathered from the Diamond Hills North Herd outside of Elko, Nevada. We adopted her in late 1997. As a filly, she had an unusual manner and a scoop-like indention in her jaw. She constantly pinned her ears and tried to bite the other weanlings, especially if they tried to pass her. Honey Girl didn't like to canter or trot very fast and she was always at the tail-end of the herd. Over time and training the blockages in her body shifted and she now moves freely.
Small children adore her because she is so calm and steadfast. Honey Girl never makes an unnecessary move. Watching her load in and out of a trailer is like observing a Tai Chi Master. She has three uncomplicated and comfortable gaits. A small child could canter her all day and a timid adult would glow with confidence.
Honey Girl has mellowed during her training and will teach many safe and happy riding students. Honey Girl represents a type that is extremely useful for riding schools and therapeutic programs. Currently, people are looking at expensive European pony breeds for the same qualities she has. Safe, dependable adult and children's horses are a valuable commodity.
2009 Update:
Honey Girl has become one of the most popular schooling horses. Children love to brush and groom her getting ready for their lesson. She loves it, too! Although, in the beginning, she was an energy conservationist, she has become known for her power-trot and covers ground amazingly. She has no trouble keeping up with larger horses.
