OUR HORSES

Nimbus is a 20+ year-old roping Quarter Horse whose former career has been eclipsed by his shining ability as an empathetic, patient, and consistent work horse.  His innate talent as a therapeutic riding horse is nothing short of magical.

Whitey is an 18-year-old Quarter Horse, who used to love to run the barrels.  With his fast-turning skills, he moved on to teach young riders at the Midland Polo School.  His dependability, agility, and heart helped many students move on to higher goals. Starlight was honored to receive this valued addition to our herd from Molly Musselman. 

Gringo is a 15-year-old former polo pony. He has been a special edition to Starlight and is one of a kind.  He’s a Cremello, with blue eyes, which is very unusual. He has a playful and inquisitive personality, that always brings smiles. Starlight was honored to receive this valued addition to our herd from Kyle McGraw. 

Happy is a 13-year-old Haflinger gelding. Haflingers are known for their intelligence, character, stamina, and long life. Happy spent his early years as a driving horse. 

Easy is a 10-year-old Quarter Horse and former roping horse. From the minute he arrived at Starlight, he has lived up to his name! He has quickly become one of the kids' favorite horses. 

Chip is a 22-year-old Palomino Quarter Horse, and our most accomplished! He competed for years in Halter and placed 3rd at the 2017 Palomino World Show. Chip was also

 used as a lesson horse for the University of

 South Florida. Starlight was honored to 

receive this valued addition to our herd 

from Meghan Rinda.  

Paco is our easiest keeper - he doesn't eat, drink, or need a stall.  He is still an important member of the herd for our beginning students.  Due to his wheels and pulleys, he can simulate the movement of the horse. Paco was designed and hand-crafted by Todd Cage, one of Starlight's volunteers.