Breed: Belgian
Age: 20

Bindi’s presence is literally larger than life. Standing at 17.3 hands, Bindi towers above the herd. She always knows what’s going on and serves as the watch mare in her herd. Before joining HPSTL, Bindi came from a draft horse rescue in the New England area. Bindi is the proud mother of her mule colt, Oakley.

Breed: Belgian Mule
Age: 2

Need a friend to talk to? Oakley is all ears! Oakley’s long ears and soft eyes are matched by his juvenile curiosity. He’s gentle and enjoys meeting new people. Oakley was born at HPSTL and enjoys playing with anyone and anything that he can: horses, humans, toys are all interesting to him!

Breed: Missouri Fox Trotter
Age: 17

Poncho has lots of fun telling Oakley how to get in line. He’s an excellent trail riding partner. Poncho has a gentle spirit, but has been known to be comedic with his humans. Before joining HPSTL, Poncho was raised and trained by his breeder in southwest Missouri.

Breed: Quarter Horse (AQHA)
Age: 10

Prime is known for his beautiful, flowing mane and quiet presence. He likes to keep Oakley in line, teaching him how to be a member of the herd. Before joining HPSTL, Prime was a ranch horse. Unfortunately, ringbone limited his riding career. He now enjoys a non-riding career as a valuable part of the Hope herd.

Breed: Paint
Age: 22

Princess may have strong opinions and particularities, but she has an even stronger connection with her humans. Princess has enjoyed a non-competitive lifestyle and is loved and spoiled by pretty much everyone she meets.

Breed: Appendix (AWS)
Age: 24

Classy is a master at making the cutest begging face. Although he is a tall horse, he is gentle and kind. Before coming to HPSTL, Classy showed in jumping classes early in his career. This sweet boy has spent the last 14 years of his life in a non-competitive and very loving environment.

Breed: Grade
Age: 1

Hope and her mother, Faith, were rescued from a kill pen in August 2024. Hope is sweet, gentle, and learning how to be an EAL horse. Hope loves to wiggle her lips with a good scratching.

Breed: Croatian Sport Horse
Age: 17

Bear is a great “big brother” in the herd. He likes making sure his herd mates are in order. Although he may seem bossy to the horses, Bear loves to bond with humans and is kind, gentle, and always wants to please you.

Breed: Quarter Horse (AQHA)
Age: 5

Libby believes that everyone is here to see her and tell her how beautiful she is. She’s very curious and friendly. Before joining HPSTL, Libby was training to be a barrel racing horse. Unfortunately, her owners discovered she had a career-limiting condition and wanted her to have purpose. She is living her best life now as a part of the HPSTL herd.

Breed: Arabian (AHA)
Age: 10

Captain is the class clown. He’s curious, fun-loving, and known to show lots of Arabian sass. Before joining HPSTL, Captain was teaching students how to ride using natural horsemanship principles. Captain excels at liberty work (a form of play where the horse is not connected physically to the human by any halter and ropes).

Breed: Miniature Horse
Age: 15

Rigby rocks a big-hair-band style and the attitude to match. Though he is tiny in size, he can command a herd of full-sized horses. Rigby enjoys children and adults alike and loves to neigh when new people come to see him. Rigby is one of the flagship horses at HPSTL.

Breed: Miniature Horse
Age: 15

Lucy loves to talk! She will call out when you’re coming with food or when you come to visit. She calls for her herd mates as well. Lucy is sweet and loves when someone offers her a gentle scratch on her shoulder.

Breed: Miniature Donkey
Age: 2

Rocky was very little when he came to Hope Project STL. In fact, he got to spend his first night in the owner’s house! Rocky is a curious, energetic little guy who likes to play games with his herd mates.

Breed: Miniature Donkey
Age: 4

Coco likes to keep his best buddy, Rocky, in line. He will trot up to greet you and loves his long ears scratched. Coco can be very vocal at feeding time, especially when he feels his meal isn’t on time!