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MEET THE HERD
Our herd consists of 11 horses who have been selected for their temperament, and trained to work with people who have physical, intellectual, emotional and social challenges. Each horse undergoes specific training before they are accredited to be used in the RDA programme. We offer a holist program with a variety of horse related activities. This enables us to provide our clients with activities that best suit their needs.
Jake
Meet our incredible Standard Bred! At 24 years young and standing at 14.3 hands, this ex-racehorse, affectionately known as "Jake the Mus," has an impressive track record with over $103,000 in prize money! He’s the perfect, always putting his heart into everything he does. You won't find more dedicated and spirited companion!
Aria
Meet Aria, our fabulous 8-year-old Friesian warmblood mare, standing at a delightful 14.2hh! She joined us for a trial stay in January 2023, and we couldn't resist bringing her home in March. Aria has settled in beautifully to her RDA life, and we are absolutely thrilled about the amazing years ahead with her—who knows, we might even be welcoming a foal or two!
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Emjay
Meet Emjay, a spirited 10-year-old standardbred ex-racehorse who stands at a lively 14.2 hands tall! Racing under the name Emjay 23, he absolutely loved hitting the beach for workouts during his racing days. This playful guy has a delightful habit of munching on lead ropes and rugs—he just can’t resist!
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Buckley
Meet Buckley our delightful Shetland cross Miniature! At 29 years young and at an adorable 9.2 hands high, he's an absolute favorite around here. With a temperament as lovable as a dog, Buckley is always ready for fun and loves to join in on dress-up adventures!
Charlie
Meet Charlie, a fabulous 17-year-old Standardbred who raced under the name "Hinault!" Charlie loves a good scratch & is simply irresistible. His absolute favorite treats are molasses and carrots, of course! A huge shoutout to Sian for sharing this incredible boy with our riders—thank you!
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Kappa
Meet Kappa, our fabulous 19-year-old chestnut thoroughbred who stands at 15.3 hands! With his incredibly gentle and friendly personality, he’s a true sweetheart. He is always the first to rush to the gate for a cuddle. He melts hearts everywhere! Plus, he absolutely loves munching on carrots and leaping over jumps—what a guy!
Donny
Meet Donny, our adorable 11.2-hand tall grey Welsh Pony! He joined us on trial in January2023, and we just couldn't resist bringing him home in March! At 22 years young, he may be missing his two front teeth, but his friendly personality and wealth of experience make him absolutely irresistible!
Will
Meet Will, the fabulous 15.3 hands tall Chestnut Welsh Cob who’s 16 years young and bursting with personality This social butterfly absolutely loves his meals and fits right in at RDA Brigadoon! He’s known for his adventurous palate, munching on everything from mobile phones to rugs saddle blankets—nothing is safe around him!
Henry
Meet Henry, our amazing 14-year-old Spanish Norman! This fantastic breed is a striking cross between the beautiful Andalusian and the Percheron, known for its incredible versatility and athleticism as a heavyweight sport horse. Standing at a sturdy 14. hands, Henry's impressive build makes him a perfect match for our clients. Get ready to be wowed by this powerhouse!
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Cookie
Meet Cookie, our fabulous 16-year-old standardbred who stands at a charming 15 hands high! He arrived from RDA Brook Valley and has a wonderful history as a hippotherapy horse. Now, he's thriving at RDA Brigadoon, where he joyfully supports our riding clients and spreads happiness all around!
Gordon
We are thrilled to welcome Gordon, who came to us in August 2024 This amazing 9-year-old Percheron cross stands tall at 16.3 hands high. After two incredible years of service with the WA Police Department, he's ready for his next adventure. Gordon is not only clever but also boasts a wonderfully calm temperament that makes truly special!
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New Horses Coming
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