OUR HERD
Cisco
Cisco, the Superhero, is 33 years old. We were not given his exact details when he was donated in May 2019. He is 15 hand, Pinto gelding Quarter Horse that was a Polo Pony in his previous life. He was diagnosed with a bone related lameness that caused an early retirement. After being diagnosed his owner at the time decided to abandon him at the large animal veterinarian office and he was scheduled to be euthanized. God had other plans... Cisco was meant to be a part of the Hitching Post herd. Cisco is the second horse adopted by HPM and his strength and ability to overcome life’s challenges is a daily gift to us all... Currently Cisco is enjoying his retirement.
Oreo
Oreo, the King, was HPM’s first donated horse. He was donated to HPM in February 2019. He is a 28 year old, 15 hand, Pinto gelding Quarter Horse with a background in trail riding, cattle sorting, and gymkhana. Gymkhana is a term used to describe an equestrian event consisting of speed pattern racing and timed games for riders on horses. Oreo has so much energy and wisdom to offer people that come to the ranch looking to connect and learn and grow with horses. Oreo is thriving offering strength and support to youth that are in need of a trustworthy friend. Oreo is enjoying his well deserved retirement.
Coolan
Coolan is a 24 year old, 16’3 hand, Irish Sport Horse gelding. In his previous life, he was a very talented 3 Day Event horse. He was brought to HPM for a break from his very busy life and allowed to kick off his shoes and become part of the herd. Coolan is such a fun horse with a ton of personality and is always interested in what's going on at the ranch and who he can connect with. Seeing how happy he is here at HPM, the loving owners of this amazing horse decided to donate him in November 2019 to the program so he can continue to bless others with his incredible presence and joy for life... Coolan is a big boy with a big appetite, he is one of our Riding horses in our program.
Rio
Rio came to the Ranch on March 1, 2020. He is HPM's pandemic horse. Rio is a 11 years old Quarter/Arab cross gelding, approximately 14 hands high. He was hit by a car around the age of 2 years old. He has a few lingering issues from his accident, but is a precious horse. A wonderful lady rescued him and paid for him with vet care and training. She decided to donate him to HPM because of the way he connects with people who have experienced trauma. He is great with people & easily a fan favorite. He is a curious young horse and is still learning social-distancing. Rio is one of our Riding horses in our program.
Andy
Andy was donated to HPM on December 13th, 2025. Andy and Zion came from the same home where their previous owner abandoned them. The people who purchased the house graciously donated them to HPM. Andy had coliced and upon arrival had stomach ulcers. HPM staff has been building his health and training him to trust adults. Andy LOVES children. He is timid and in training. We don’t know much about his past: we believe he is 8 years old and a possible breed/haflinger. Andy is in our training Herd.
Zion
Zion was donated to HPM on December 13th, 2025. Zion and Andy came from the same home where their previous owner abandoned them. The people who purchased the house graciously donated them to HPM. Zion is first to greet you, and also protect you. Zion has been the most curious and willing to learn our natural horsemanship ways. We are earning trust with him. We don’t know much about Zion’s past: He is possibly 10-12 years old. And possibly an Andalusian Breed. Both Zion & Andy are in training Herd.
Durango
Durango is a 13 year old - Thoroughbred. He was a gelded racehorse named: Daring Vision. Due to the fact that he didn’t perform well on the track, a wonderful horse trainer acquired him and taught him how to cowboy. The previous owner's life was in transition and she was looking to give Durango purpose. Just as HPM was looking for another rideable horse for our 7th year program. Durango was donated to HPM April 2025. He is becoming a fan favorite quickly!! Durango is one of our Riding Horses in our program.