The H.E.L.P. Herd

Join our special club, the Herd HELPers

The Herd HELPers club’s mission is to fully fund the care and feeding of our amazing herd of horses in support of the H.E.L.P. mission.

Mistee, Bubbles, Jake, Sharpie, Echo and Jack are still looking for their sponsors. Read more about them below!

Bubbles

Bubbles is the smallest member of the H.E.L.P. herd, as a young 11yo small white pony. In his former life, Bubbles participated in multiple outreach programs including a daycare center. Here at H.E.L.P. he works with our equine facilitated learning clients and participates in local parades, fundraising events, and has visited the Texas School for the Deaf.

Bubbles’ Feed Care is generously donated by Ariel Munchrath.

Select an additional option below to partner with Ariel to sponsor Bubbles’ other care needs like hoof and vet care.

Echo

Echo, “When Hoofbeats Echo”, is a 22-year-old, stunning American Warmblood who came to H.E.L.P. in April 2023 with his buddy, Sharpie. He has a sweet personality and is eager to please. At 16 hands, he is one of the tallest of our horses which makes him able to carry our more adult-sized riders. His patience and sensitivity to cues helps refine his rider’s skills.

Echo is with H.E.L.P. on a care lease from his owner Alayna Joseph. His past experience includes eventing at various levels.

Select option below to sponsor Echo’s care and join our special team of Herd HELPers!

Jake

Jake is a 19-year-old, beautiful black bay Percheron-Cross who came to H.E.L.P. in April 2010 with his buddy, Rooster. He has a sweet personality and is eager to please. At 16.1 hands, he is the tallest of our horses. While Jake's height makes him quite intimidating, he is truly a gentle giant.

Jake’s Hoof Care is sponsored by Marilyn Schmiedel

Select an additional option below to partner with Marilyn to sponsor Jakes’ other care needs like hoof and feed care.

Mistee

Mistee was donated to H.E.L.P. in 2015 by Erin Snyder and her daughter. She is a registered American Quarter Horse whose full name is Miss Tee Dee Bar. Mistee is 27 years old now, but she doesn't know it. Her forward and smooth gait helps riders at the walk and trot work on their riding skills. She’s sensitive to her rider/volunteers and knows just how much patience they need from her.

Mistee’s Feed Care is generously sponsored by Bonnie Wilson.

Addiional Mistee Feed Care is generously sponsored by Nadia Quraishi

Mistee’s Hoof Care is generously sponsored by Gretchen Wagner

Select an additional option below to partner with Bonnie and Gretchen to sponsor Mistee’s other care needs like vet care.

Moon

Moon “Carolina Moon'“ is the most recent addition to the H.E.L.P. herd thanks to the Martin family. He is a 20-year-old grade (that means we don't know what his breed is) gelding with tons of personality! He was an Amish cart horse before the Martin's picked him up for their daughter and has had many adventures with her in the Hunter/Jumper, Cross Country and Jumper shows around the area as well as many costume competitions, trail rides and more until this past June. He's been a lesson horse for many beginner riders in the Georgetown area and we're blessed to have him join our herd. Check out his right ear when you get a chance.

Moon is lovingly sponsored by Elaine Cannizzaro

To partner with Elaine to sponsor Moon’s care please select an option below.

Sharpie

Sharpie, “Making My Mark'“, is the most recent addition to the H.E.L.P. herd on a care lease from Cristi Flynn at Summerhill Farm in Belton. She is a 20-year-old 12 hand Welsh Pony with tons of personality! She has had experience with the Hunter circuit in MI, Hunter and Pony clubs in Texas, Dressage, and has even been on a fox hunt! She also has experience carrying the smaller vaulting riders as they learned the special art. Her knowledge and patience as well as smaller size makes her great for our smaller riders who are working on their independent riding skills. Her one blue eye, black coat, and white markings make her a stunning girl!

Select option below to sponsor Sharpie’s care and join our special team of Herd HELPers!

Nelly

Nelly found her forever home with former volunteer, Tami in Colorado! With her anhydrosis, Colorado is the perfect place for her. She’s living it up with a beautiful view of the hills, cows, and a nice big pasture. We want to thank all of the donors who’ve sponsored her care over the years and the volunteers who’ve put so much time into keeping her happy and healthy while enduring the Texas heat.

Jack & Tess

Jack is the great herd comedian at H.E.L.P.. As progress closes in around us, coyotes are common visitors at night. Jack will run them out of the field as part of his natural instincts. Jack also thinks of himself as the official welcoming committee. He will let out a very loud bray to welcome you to his home! We recently had to help Tess pass on to greener pastures due to health complications and Jack has enjoyed comfort from his buddy, Bubbles.

Jack’s Hoof Care is sponsored by Nancy Dismukes!

Jack’s Vet Care is sponsored by Jenni Griesel

Select an additional option below to partner with Nancy and Jenni to sponsor Jack’s other care needs like feed care.

Puma

Puma is our beloved barn cat who has been patrolling our property and the one next door for years! Originally a “feral” cat from a shelter (hence the ear tip) is now a wonderful greeter of all who visit our facility. He inspects each car and then will come beg for pets. Don’t let his friendliness fool you, he is great at his job of keeping the facility free from pesky rodents and loves to bring his latest prize to show off to whomever is nearby at the time!

Follow Puma’s adventures and see if you can find him with #wherespuma on Instagram or FB.

Puma’s 2024 care is once again sponsored by Shari Meischen!