In this day and age, where – except in rare occasions – the horse is not an “implement” or “tool” anymore, as it was in the past, our horses generally provide a form of therapy. Your therapy may come from the adrenaline rush of competition, the challenge and reward of training a new colt, or the comfort you get from your trusted old gelding when you’re heading home after a long ride and know he will get you there without any mishaps. The horse can be a wonderful break from traffic jams, cell phones, bosses, co-workers, customers, you name it…and your trusted companion for any adventures you can dream up.
Now, I guess we can chalk up another way that horses can prove useful in today’s world. I personally am really pleased to see someone who not only is willing to dedicate their time, but goes the extra step to include a horse. I can’t imagine using my high-strung mare to entertain shut-ins at a nursing home, but this mini and her handler seem to have it down pat!