The H.E.L.P. Herd

Join our special club, the Herd HELPers

The Herd HELPers club’s mission is to fully fund the care and feeding of our amazing herd of horses in support of the H.E.L.P. mission.

Mistee, Bubbles, Jake, Sharpie, Echo and Jack are still looking for their sponsors. Read more about them below!

Bubbles

Bubbles is the smallest member of the H.E.L.P. herd, as a young 16yo small white pony. In his former life, Bubbles participated in multiple outreach programs including a daycare center. Here at H.E.L.P. he works with clients in ground lessons and participates in local parades, fundraising events, and has visited the Texas School for the Deaf.

Bubbles’ Feed Care is generously supported by Ariel Munchrath

Bubbles’ Hoof Care is generously supported by Scott Queen

Select an additional option below to partner with Ariel and Scott to sponsor Bubbles’ other care needs like hoof and vet care.

Echo

Echo, “When Hoofbeats Echo”, is a 23-year-old, stunning American Warmblood who came to H.E.L.P. in April 2023 with his buddy, Sharpie. He has a sweet personality and is eager to please. At 16 hands, he is one of the tallest of our horses which makes him able to carry our more adult-sized riders. His patience and sensitivity to cues helps refine his rider’s skills.

Echo is with H.E.L.P. on a care lease from his owner Alayna Joseph. His past experience includes eventing at various levels.

Echo’s Hoof Care is generously sponsored by Anna Gonzales

Echo’s Feed Care is generously supported by Alice Stubblefield

Select an additional option below to partner with Anna and Alice to sponsor Echo’s other care needs like vet care.

Jake

Jake is a 24-year-old, beautiful black bay Percheron-Cross who came to H.E.L.P. in April 2010 with his buddy, Rooster. He has a sweet personality and is eager to please. At 16.1 hands, he is the tallest of our horses. While Jake's height makes him quite intimidating, he is truly a gentle giant. His patience helps our riders improve their independent riding (without a leader).

Jake’s Hoof Care is sponsored by Marilyn Schmiedel

Select an additional option below to partner with Marilyn to sponsor Jakes’ other care needs like hoof and feed care.

Mistee

Mistee was donated to H.E.L.P. in 2015 by Erin Snyder and her daughter. She is a registered American Quarter Horse whose full name is Miss Tee Dee Bar. Mistee is turning 30 years old in February 2026, but she doesn't know it. Her forward and smooth gait helps riders at the walk and trot work on their riding skills. She’s sensitive to her rider/volunteers and knows just how much patience they need from her.

Mistee’s Feed Care is generously sponsored by Bonnie Wilson.

Select an additional option below to partner with Bonnie to sponsor Mistee’s other care needs like vet and hoof care.

Moon

Moon “Carolina Moon'“ is the most recent addition to the H.E.L.P. herd thanks to the Martin family. He is a 23-year-old grade (that means we don't know what his breed is) gelding with tons of personality! He was an Amish cart horse before the Martin's picked him up for their daughter and has had many adventures with her in the Hunter/Jumper, Cross Country and Jumper shows around the area as well as many costume competitions, trail rides and more until this past June. He's been a lesson horse for many beginner riders in the Georgetown area and we're blessed to have him join our herd. Check out his right ear when you get a chance.

Moon is lovingly sponsored by Paul and Debbie Trylko

Moon’s Feed care is generously donated by Terri Tarbox

To partner with the Trylkos and Terri to sponsor Moon’s care please select an option below.

Sharpie

Sharpie, “Making My Mark'“, is the most recent addition to the H.E.L.P. herd on a care lease from Cristi Flynn at Summerhill Farm in Belton. She is a 22 year old 12 hand Welsh Pony with tons of personality! She has had experience with the Hunter circuit in MI, Hunter and Pony clubs in Texas, Dressage, and has even been on a fox hunt! She also has experience carrying the smaller vaulting riders as they learned the special art. Her knowledge and patience as well as smaller size makes her great for our smaller riders who are working on their independent riding skills. Her one blue eye, black coat, and white markings make her a stunning girl!

Sharpie’s Hoof Care is generously sponsored by Anna Gonzales

Select an additional option below to partner with Anna to sponsor Sharpie’s other care needs like vet and feed care.

Jack

Jack is approximately 20 year old donkey. He and his dam, Tess, came to H.E.L.P. in 2008 together from a rescue. Tess was the herd matriarch and kept everyone in line with her calm patience and sweet demeanor. She has since left us to the greener pastures above. Jack continues as the great herd comedian at H.E.L.P. He also thinks of himself as the official welcoming committee. He will let out a very loud bray to welcome you to his home!

Jack’s Vet Care is sponsored by Jenni Griesel

Select an additional option below to partner with Jenni to sponsor Jack’s other care needs like feed care.

Puma

Puma is our beloved barn cat who has been patrolling our property for years! We recently learned that Puma is about 14 years old and has an old break in his femur that healed strangely. It doesn’t slow him down one bit!

Originally a “feral” cat from a shelter (hence the ear tip) and now a wonderful greeter of all who visit our facility. He inspects each car and then will come beg for pets. Don’t let his friendliness fool you, he is great at his job of keeping the facility free from pesky rodents and loves to bring his latest prize to show off to whomever is nearby at the time!

Follow Puma’s adventures and see if you can find him with #wherespuma on Instagram or FB.

Puma’s 2026 care is once again sponsored by Shari Meischen!