Caz

Caz is the consummate gentleman, engaging with his human partners in quiet and measured ways that build trust and confidence.

Caz

Caz is the consummate gentleman, engaging with his human partners in quiet and measured ways that build trust and confidence.
This gentle animal was a show hunter in his younger days. When he first arrived, Caz was a worrier and a perfectionist, seeming to find comfort and security in ascertaining and meeting the expectations of those with whom he interacts. Even now, in new situations or when meeting new people, he becomes anxious and hesitant, seeming to fear doing the “wrong” thing. Caz is a kind, careful, and highly-trained horse who excels in every aspect of his work with the program. In February 2024, he spent a week at the local veterinary hospital with what was ultimately diagnosed as hemothorax, or bleeding in the chest, likely caused by a sarcoma. There is no cure for his condition; rather, we manage him symptomatically, with medication and low-impact conditioning work, to ensure that he remains healthy and comfortable. We strivre to show Caz that he is enough, exactly as he is, and in turn he has thrived through regular work with our participants of all ages.
Caz’s gentle demeanor and quiet sensitivity have made him a fast favorite for our equine-assisted psychotherapy clients and equine-assisted learning participants, for whom Caz offers the gifts of attunement, acceptance, and understanding. Our adaptive riding students enjoy his big, bouncy gaits and his extensive training, which help to build skills, self-efficacy, and self-confidence.
This gentle animal was a show hunter in his younger days. When he first arrived, Caz was a worrier and a perfectionist, seeming to find comfort and security in ascertaining and meeting the expectations of those with whom he interacts. Even now, in new situations or when meeting new people, he becomes anxious and hesitant, seeming to fear doing the “wrong” thing. Caz is a kind, careful, and highly-trained horse who excels in every aspect of his work with the program. In February 2024, he spent a week at the local veterinary hospital with what was ultimately diagnosed as hemothorax, or bleeding in the chest, likely caused by a sarcoma. There is no cure for his condition; rather, we manage him symptomatically, with medication and low-impact conditioning work, to ensure that he remains healthy and comfortable. We strivre to show Caz that he is enough, exactly as he is, and in turn he has thrived through regular work with our participants of all ages.

Former Career

Show Hunter

Client Audience

Teens, Adults

Services

Adaptive Riding, EAL, EAP

Birth Year

2005

Color

Bay

Breed

Hanoverian

Gender

Gelding

Height

16.2 hands

If I were a celebrity I would be…

Tom Hanks

If I were a car …

I would be a stretch limousine

Favorite Food

Chocolate chip cookies

Besties

Chance

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