Sponsor an ANT Animal: Abracadabra (Abby)

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Sponsor Abby!

Born: 2002

Sex: Mare/Female
Color: Chestnut
Breed: Quarter Horse x Dutch Warmblood

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About Abby:

Abby came to ANT over a decade ago when her owners were no longer able to continue her care and ANT stepped up to have her join our herd. Abby was very green (untrained and unridden) when she arrived at our farm, but she had the heart of a therapy horse from the beginning. She has so much to teach our participants about personal strength & confidence, and she gives AND receives immense love.

One of her specialties is participating in team building activities with groups of participants, where she helps teach patience, problem solving, and empathy. She also enjoys join-up with her human companions (a special practice of trust & connection where the horse syncs up with their partner without a lead rope). Abby enjoys deep connection time and gives her grounded support to those who need it (a particular favorite of our veterans).

Health: Abby has arthritis in her hips and is no longer part of our riding program. We give her monthly glucosamine-type shots to help her stay comfortable.