Get to know the friendly horses and ponies that make Little Dude Ranch so special. Each has a unique personality and plays an important role in our horseback riding lessons, horse camps, and pony parties. Learn more about the amazing animals that help create unforgettable experiences for children at Little Dude Ranch.
Meet Indy
Hi I am Indy and I love to roll after my lessons, even if you groom me when my lesson is over, I still want to show you how I scratch my back. I am a lot of fun to ride but you have to play my game before you can. My game is called “catch me, catch me if you can.” See you soon!
Meet Buddy
Buddy, commonly called Bouncy Buddy, is bouncy to ride and the children usually start to giggle when they ride him. Most kids find him to be the favorite.
Meet Rocky
Hi I am Buddy’s older brother. We look a lot alike, but we don’t act alike. I like children who just want to take their time. Buddy and I are professional school ponies and we started working 20 years ago.
Meet Osa
Hi I am Osa, I am a retired race horse. My favorite inspirational movie is Secretariat. I am very tall and can move at great speed, so my riders know to hold on tight.
Meet Lilly
Lilly is a patient and forgiving pony who is happy to please. The kids love to ride her bareback because she will stop if they start to fall off.
Meet Casper
Hi I am Casper. I like to have all the attention, so commonly you will see me in classes all by myself. I am very good for advanced riders to learn on because I like to trot a lot.
Meet Stormy
Stormy is the biggest pony. He is a lot of fun for children learning how to canter. He is also fun to ride when you’re a little kid and are ready for a big pony.
Meet Chevy
Chevy is Stormy’s younger brother. He enjoys stealing a kiss now and then.
Meet Sheba
I am the baby here at Little Dude Ranch. My name really is She Be a Beauty Star. The kids couldn’t decide if it should be Beauty or Star, so with a little blend of names they came up with Sheba.
Meet Bailey
Hi I’m an Indian princess pony. I have a mohawk, short tail, and striped hooves. Kids enjoy riding me bareback.
Meet Gran Chandeliera “Tara”
Hi I am Tara, the founder of LDR. I used to do all the work: pony rides, lessons, parties, and more. Because I am gentle, I am commonly asked to take care of beginners that are too big for a pony.
Meet Alexanders Money “Alex”
Hi I am Alex and I am the son of Tara. I am so much like my mom, but I am bigger and stronger than her because my father is a big Quarter horse. Mom and I are the lead horses at the farm.