Our Horses

Name: Catch Me
Age: 9
Color: Palomino
Breed: Unknown

Catch Me If You Can is the sole ride of owner Ulrike, and is such a beautiful horse!
He was terribly abused the past, and is still nervous of loud or sudden noises although years of therapy has restored his confidence and he is a pleasure to work with!
Catch loves attention, and is always one of the first to approach you in the paddock; although occasionally he sees the halter and heads the other way!

Name: Ballisto
Age: 9
Color: Bay
Breed: Arab (Stallion)

Ballisto is the only stallion at Khaya Hanci, but with impeccable manners!
He is a great mentor to the younger horses in the herd, and the lead trail horse of owner Jürgen.
Found on a nearby farm, Ballisto is one of the first horses here at Khaya Hanci. He is a solid ride out of trail and well schooled on the flat. He is also a great horse to teach students the art of lunging or double-lunging.

Name: Bounty
Age: 9
Color: Strawberry Roan
Breed: Unknown

Bounty is a beautiful gelding of unique coloration! Decked out in his tan western trail tack, he is utterly photogenic!
He is from a trail background, but was left on the farm before joining the herd at Khaya Hanci.
A sensitive but well-schooled ride, he is trained in all disciplines but requires a soft and relaxed rider to enjoy his work. He is a favorite of Anna's, who loves to take him out on the reserve!

Name: Twix
Age: 6
Color: Liver Chestnut
Breed: Saddler x

Twix is a gorgeous saddler-cross with lovely movement, and a firm favorite in the dressage arena! He has a lovely floating canter and is wonderfully schooled; making him perfect for more novice riders. He enjoys going on trail as long as he does not have to lead, and is very popular with guests.
He was neglected early on in life, and was not cared for or fed correctly, but luckily since arriving at Khaya Hanci, he has thrived and loves to canter around the paddock with Mr Tom!

Name: Snickers
Age: 4
Color: Dark Bay
Breed: Shire x

Snickers is a very special young horse, full of character, affection and feathers!
His stocky frame is still growing by the day, and his long, luscious mane and tail compliment his fluffy feat perfectly!
He loves attention; whether it is nibbling carrots, being brushed, in-hand work or lunging, and his schooling is coming along in leaps and bounds! He is yet to be ridden on trail but it won't be long!

Name: Mr Tom
Age: 5
Color: Chestnut
Breed: Appaloosa x

Born on a truck heading for a slaughter auction, Mr Tom was luckily saved and grew up on a farm with positive contact from people.
Flashy with a white face and 3 socks, he can be slightly head shy but just needs a gentle touch, and he is thriving in the herd here at Khaya Hanci.
He has a wonderful work ethic and despite being green shows great promise in the arena and has a good future ahead of him as a lead out on trail.

Name: Smokey Joe
Age: 12
Color: Grey
Breed: Warmblood x

Smokey Joe came to us having had some unknown and traumatic experiences. He was incredibly nervous of people; shying away from any contact and handling.
He was given to Khaya Hanci with the hope that time in a herd would settle him; and since then the change is incredible!
Joe now comes to you in the paddock for attention and treats, and is working nicely both on the lunge and in the arena.

Name: KitKat
Age: 2
Color: Pinto (Brown/White)
Breed: Thoroughbred x

KitKat and Smarties were both rescued from neglect as yearlings and were incredibly thin and malnourished when they arrived.
With some TLC, and good nutrition they have put on weight, established themselves in the herd, and grown!
These two youngsters have so much potential and they have taken to their work with ease. Nothing fazes them, and they adore attention just like the cheeky youngsters that they are.

Name: Smarties
Age: 2
Color: Leopard Spot
Breed: Appaloosa x

Smarties and KitKat were both rescued from neglect as yearlings and were incredibly thin and malnourished when they arrived.
With some TLC, and good nutrition they have put on weight, established themselves in the herd, and grown!
These two youngsters have so much potential and they have taken to their work with ease. Nothing fazes them, and they adore attention just like the cheeky youngsters that they are.

Name: Astro
Age: 4
Color: Piebald (Black/White)
Breed: Pony

Astro came to us after his owner was looking for a forever home where he could spend his days.
His favorite friend at Khaya Hanci is Cupcake and the two of them cause mischief among the herd!
Astro is the most wonderful child's pony; perfect for introducing the little ones to horsemanship and horse riding lessons.
He thrives on attention, and loves being brushed and taken for walks!

Name: CupCake
Age: 7
Color: Liver Chestnut
Breed: Welsh Pony

CupCake came to us recently having been rescued and looked after by a friend. He is the most loving and affectionate little pony, and has such confidence he even puts the bigger horses in their place!
We simply love working with CupCake, and he is the perfect pony to teach younger children all about horse care and handling, as he has perfect manners and loves a good brush!

Name: Milky Way
Age: 3
Color: Dun
Breed: Unknown

Milky came to us from the slaughter auction and was terrified of people. He was emaciated, and had been lacking in nutrition during the vital years of his growth.
It took a long time for him to gain our trust; even with little things such as picking up his hooves and walking in-hand.
He is now filling out and enjoying the attention; particularly being brushed and washed! We are sure he will grow up to be a beautiful and handsome boy.

Name: Oliver
Age: Unknown
Color: Black

Name: Shelby
Age: Unknown
Color: Pinto (Light Brown/White)

These two horses arrived with Oreo, having been rescued from the same slaughter truck. We have no idea of their past, but both were utterly petrified of humans.
The abuse that they suffered has meant that they are incredibly nervous, shying away from contact and so we are taking time to gain their trust; they have now begun to take carrots from our hands! Both are working individually with Join Up, and we are sure in time they will trust again.

Name: Oreo
Age: 8 months
Color: Dark Bay

Rescued from the slaughter truck this baby has never known any affection from humans.
He arrived starving, scared and incapable of being handled.
It has taken patience, time and lots of tenderness but he is now taking treats from our hand, and allowing us to give him a gentle brush.
He is still so young, and so we are happy not to rush him, as he deserves to live life as a horse should; happy and confident in a herd!