Horses

	Angie I have become one of the favorites at Matsqui Stables! I recently went into the Gerry Griner Show with a Level 5 student, and was able to show them that not only can I prance around in the arena pretty, but I can also go crazy fast in the timed competitions!

	Applesauce I am a 27 year old blue roan pony. I love kids, but most of all I love treats! My owners have to take me off the grass in the spring because they say I eat till I get sick......I still think it's worth it, but I know they are just trying to keep me healthy. If you click on downloads section above, you will see me begging for my grain. YUM!

	Bolt I am a 16 year old quarter horse gelding cross. I am one of the original horses at Matsqui Stables. I have taken numerous people on the trails. From nervous adults, to little kids and international students. I've seen it all! I still go ride the dyke often, but have been enjoying being used as a lesson horse lately as well.

	Chevy I am a 10 year old Throughbred Gelding. I was on the track as a youngster. I only ran 3 races, but managed to get 6th in one of the races. Denise says she doesn't even know how I placed at all.....apparently I'm not very fast.....and don't really have too much get-up-n-go......oh well, those qualities allow me to be a schooling horse. Good enough for me!

	Cleo I am an 11 year old Quarter Horse cross. I love to hang out in the pasture with my best friend Jeni. My last owner didn't keep my feet in very good condition, but I am bouncing back! I am a total western gal… got the jog and lope down to a science… I even keep my head down like a good western quarter horse should!

	Honey I am a 7 year old Quarter Horse Mare. Some call me White, but I am a Cremello with 2 blue eyes. I was originally purchased at the auction for my good looks as they thought I would be perfect for weddings! They are now discovering my many talents. I'm apparently very enjoyable to ride with great smooth gaits, a soft mouth and a good frame. I'm mostly just flattered that they think I'm beautiful!

	Jeni I am a 4 year old arabian mare. I am light on my feet, have a good head on my shoulders, and a big heart. I am very confident at the walk / trot with a rider on my back, but am still working to gain balance at the canter. For what I lack in experience I make up in cutenes

	Monty I am a 14 year old Thoroughbred. I spend most of my day eating.....and I'm not exaggerating. I eat ALL day! They say it's because it's hard to keep weight on me, but I don't care! What's better in life than food??? I'm really tall (16.3 Hands), really handsome (just look at my pic!), and really smart (well, I think so anyways). I can take most any rider, so if you come riding you just might see me!

	Rea I am a delicate pure bred arabian. I'm a little older than you'd expect, but people say I don't act my age. (A real lady never tells her age). I've been around the block a little, but have settled in quite well at the ranch. I seem to stay out of trouble most often, but there's nothing like being true to the "mare" instinct and pinning my ears back at ALL the horses. I just pretend I'm tough, but my bark is definitely a lot louder than my bite!

	Takaya I am a 16.2 HH 23 year old thoroughbred mare. I have a rather interesting history. I got my beginnings on the track. It wasnt really my forte, so they turned me into a brood mare. I had 7 foals! Thats enough for any woman! Finally they decided to retrain me for beginner riders at the ripe age of 17. I now gladly take all ages, sizes and riding levels.

	Foxxy I am a registered Paint mare born June 16, 1999. I came to Matsqui Stables with no training as a 9 year old and have apparently proved to be a very fast learner. I have been told that I would make an excellent reining horse as I am quick on my feet. I have one bad habit though. I pin my ears. It doesn't necessarily mean I'm mad, I just think it's a fun little game. They are always trying to break that habit.

	Tico I am a registered paint although I have very few markings to prove it. I have had a lot of excellent training in the past so I move quite elegantly, plus I'm pretty easy on the eyes. Sounds like I'm arrogant but I'm not. I really love to snuggle. Often you will catch me hanging out at the gate waiting to get a little love.

	Trooper I am a 5 year old Appendix. I actually got my name from one of the original trail string horses back in the 90's. Apparently I look identical to the "original". I am working on being more coordinated and balanced in the arena, but love the trail! I am a good lead & dude horse… apparently a rare combination. Soon I will be able to do it all!