Apollo

As babies, Apollo and Zeus were rescued by their donor from a neglect situation. She had them since they were about 6 months old. They were trained to do trail rides, and Zeus & Apollo made a great driving team to do light farm work! The donor family fell on hard times, and we are honored they made the decision to donate their beloved horses to Take Heart.

Despite his size, Apollo is quiet and a bit shy at first, but loves to be groomed and scratched once he gets to know you. Apollo is a beautiful bay – tall, dark, and handsome – and his sturdy build gives a sense of his sturdy and steady demeanor. When riding Apollo, his walk is so smooth and steady – you just relax and feel safe. His name can mean “destroyer” or “protector” – both very different – but we feel that he is going to help people destroy the old patterns in their lives, while standing alongside them as a protector on their journey. Apollo’s word from God is “Quiet Strength.” Don’t let his quietness fool you though – this guy is smart and knows how to let himself out of the stall if you aren’t careful!