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Dakota

Gender: Gelding

Breed: Quarter horse

Colour: Sorrel with a star and strip

Size: 14.3hh

Year born: 1994

I arrived at TROtt in November 2001

Also known as “Splash of Doc”

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It's time for another TidBit Tuesday. Did you kno

It's time for another TidBit Tuesday.

Did you know we moved to Equidae stables, the facility we currently rent, 39 years ago?

Equidae Stables is owned by Gordon and Nancy Reid. Nancy has been the visionary behind many of our past fundraisers including the annual BBQ/ Carnival. In addition to this she helps keep our facility looking amazing by arranging it to be landscaped according to the season. The Reids are enthusiastic and fundamental supporters of our therapeutic riding program, and we're so thankful for them.

#TidBitTuesday #therapeuticridingcenter #therapeuticridingprogram #ottawa #greely

Happy Mothers Day to all the wonderful mothers we

Happy Mothers Day to all the wonderful mothers we are so lucky to have apart of TROtt family. Everyday these mothers do so much to support their families.

TBT to last week when Fiona took Charlie for an ex

TBT to last week when Fiona took Charlie for an exercise ride.

It was her first time on a horse in over 10 years and since having 2 hip replacement surgeries. It doesn't look like she's missed a day!

We're back with more TROtt facts for this week's T

We're back with more TROtt facts for this week's TidBit Tuesday!

Did you know our coaches are all certified by the Canadian Therapeutic Riding Association (CanTRA)?

When our program first started in 1975 though, CanTRA didn't exist yet. Our program started with 10 volunteers who traveled to conferences in Canada and the US, and connected with other therapeutic riding programs to share best practices.

The start of a new month is always exciting becaus

The start of a new month is always exciting because you get to flip your calendar.

When you flip your calendar to May you'll find Milou.

Like many grey ponies, Milou has a knack for finding every mud spot to roll in with his best friend Buddy.

For this month's feature, we have some exciting ne

For this month's feature, we have some exciting news to share!

Tessa, a rider at TROtt, placed 1st in her walk trot test on Chica that she did for the @equestrian_can Para-Dressage video competition series!

She worked so hard with her coach France to prepare for her test.

France said, “Tessa was progressing a lot last year, so we thought it would be a good idea to repeat a dressage test she had already done the year before so we could compare her results. They were excellent!

Tessa ranked first not only in her category but also for the whole first leg of 2021 and she also has the highest mark of all categories put together.

Tessa worked very hard and it paid off! We are all so incredibly proud of her!"

Tessa first came to TROtt in the fall of 2015 doing Voltige on Teddy. Her riding abilities have grown immensely and now the favorite part of her lesson is when she gets to trot!

Tessa has gotten to ride a number of horses at TROtt. Currently her favorite horse is Chica but her first love was Sam. She rode Teddy for a long time and he still has a very special place in her heart.

When she isn’t riding, Tessa loves to do artistic activities like singing, dancing and drawing.

We are so proud of Tessa for not only the amazing accomplishment but all the small accomplishments that lead her to this exciting moment.

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TROtt has been helping riders in the Ottawa and su

TROtt has been helping riders in the Ottawa and surrounding area for over 40 years, and within that time there's a lot of history that shaped us into the organization we are today. While we are locked down our TidBit Tuesday series will be focusing on this history.

Did you know in 1975, TROtt, then known as GRAD was founded by Lelia Sponsel? She started the program by renting a horse every Saturday morning. They had no indoor arena so all lessons were outside. As fate would have it, it didn't rain one Saturday while her program ran.

Stay tuned for more TROtt facts!

Charlie is glad that he didn't wake up with ice in

Charlie is glad that he didn't wake up with ice in his mane and forelock this morning!

#secondwinter #spring #ottawahorses #therapyhorse #ottawa #horsesofinstagram #canada

Wishing everyone a happy Earth Day! We know every

Wishing everyone a happy Earth Day!

We know everyone has a role to play in protecting the environment. At TROTT we use LED light bulbs in our barn, arena and in all buildings including for exterior lights when possible. Additionally we use a homemade natural bug spray made with vinegar and essential oils.

Throughout the property manure from our horses is used for growing vegetables and flowers.

Small changes can make a difference, and we’re always looking for ways to reduce our footprint.

#earthday #therapeuticriding #ottawa #environment #green #therapeuticridingcenter

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6362-1 Bank St. (Highway 31)
Greely, Ontario
K4P 1J4

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