Saddle Sore Ranch

07/07/2025

07/05/2025

Happy 4th of July from Touched by a Horse!

Today, we celebrate freedom in all its forms.

Freedom to speak our truth.
Freedom to heal.
Freedom to become who we were always meant to be.

That’s what Equine Gestalt Coaching is all about.

Just like fireworks light up the sky, our horse partners help clients ignite a spark of awareness and liberation deep within their souls.

Whether you’re spending the day with loved ones or taking quiet time to reflect, we hope you feel the power of possibility all around you!

06/30/2025

🙏🧡❤️💙

This morning I woke up crying. Absolutely devastated for our Fire family in Idaho. It reminded me so much of that awful first morning- July 1, 2013. What a sickening and awful turn of events. We are completely devastated in my house and within our NPO and around this beautiful country. People are in shock. I can and cannot imagine the depths of pain these families are in. The community, too.

Today we honor our 19 fallen heroes and that must be done, too. Firefighters who selflessly gave everything for the common good. Families who have to endure without them. That is all of us.

Today is also our grand opening of our new shop at 135 N Cortez St in Prescott. We have all been busting it hard to make this a reality. A lot of effort has gone into this new space and we need to honor that today.

Today is somber and horrific.

💜19
💜our beautiful fire family nation wide

06/27/2025

🎶 To the right… to the left… 🐴💃

It’s not just dancing—we’re learning how to read the horse and move with the horse!

Today’s unmounted lesson wove in principles of therapeutic recreation—exploring horse behavior, body language, and building trust from the ground up. Every activity supports each participant’s growth, communication skills, and emotional regulation through meaningful connection with horses.

From groundwork to mounted sessions, we blend classic horsemanship with therapeutic riding techniques, always centered on respect, ability, and empowerment.

Because horsemanship starts on the ground—and so does confidence. 💛

06/23/2025

06/20/2025

🌵 Behind the Scenes at Saddle Sore Ranch 🐴

After the last rider dismounts and the arena dust settles, the real work continues. Our horses give so much — and we give it right back. ❤️

This isn’t just about feeding, watering, turnouts, farrier visits and worming schedules. It’s about watching for subtle signs of distress, treating heat stress, catching early signs of colic or infection, and sometimes spending long hours administering meds, walking, sitting, and waiting for the vet.

Caring for horses is a commitment — physically, emotionally, and mentally. 🐎💊🧡

At Saddle Sore Ranch, our lessons go far beyond riding. We teach horsemanship from the ground up: how to understand, care for, and truly connect with these animals. Because to us, it’s not just a sport — it’s a way of life. 💪🏽🌞

📸 A behind-the-scenes moment cooling down a senior horse showing signs of heat stress. We don’t just ride — we show up when it matters most.

06/14/2025

🇺🇸 Happy Flag Day 🇺🇸

Today we honor the stars and stripes — a symbol of freedom, unity, and resilience. At the ranch, we proudly fly the American flag as a daily reminder of the values we hold dear: hard work, community, and the courage to grow.

Whether you’re riding horses, learning new skills, or just enjoying the beauty of the land, we’re grateful to live in a country where opportunities like these are possible.

Wishing everyone a safe and patriotic Flag Day! ❤️🤍💙

06/14/2025

🌕🐴 Saddle Sore Ranch is excited to support our friend Laurie and Spirited Soul Connection for a magical desert evening under the full moon on July 10, 2025! ✨

Join us for Howl at the Moon — an unforgettable night of horses, mocktails, connection, and yes… a little howling under the stars. 🐺🌵

📅 Thursday, July 10, 2025
🕖 7–10 PM
📍 7214 E Arizona Farms Rd, San Tan Valley, AZ 85143

This full moon experience is all about manifesting dreams, releasing stress, and reconnecting with nature — with horses by your side. No horse experience required!

🎟️ $20 pre-pay | $25 at the door
🔟 Limited to 10 spots — don’t wait!

📲 Contact Laurie at (480) 818-6331 for more info and to reserve your space.

Let’s come together, support local magic, and celebrate under the desert sky. 💫

Join us for a star-filled night of fun! Don't wait on this - we're already 1/2 full!