Spirit Riders Therapeutic Association

04/02/2026

Today, on Autism Awareness Day, we celebrate the strength, uniqueness, and potential of every individual on the autism spectrum. 💙🐴

At Spirit Riders, we believe in the quiet, powerful connection between horse and human. For children and adults living with autism, our horses offer more than just a ride—they offer understanding, patience, and a true sense of belonging.

Through therapeutic riding, individuals can build confidence, improve coordination, and develop communication skills in a calm, supportive environment. Every session is a step forward—filled with trust, growth, and connection.

Our horses don’t judge or rush—they simply meet each rider where they are. And in that space, incredible things happen.

At Spirit Riders, we’re building confidence, independence, and brighter futures—one stride at a time. ✨💙

03/24/2026

Baby announcement🥹🥹
On Sunday, miss Dolly decided it was time to welcome her beautiful little heifer calf into the world🐮 this little girl may be teeny tiny but she is strong, mighty and so full of life and energy!
We’ve decided to name her Molly💜

03/18/2026

YUP

Every Great Pyrenees owner starts with confidence.

“This yard is secure.”
“The fence is strong.”
“There’s no way they can get out.”

And your Pyrenees just stands there quietly… observing… calculating… planning.

Because while you’re thinking “pet dog”…
they’re thinking prison break.

One day you look outside and everything seems normal.
Dog is in the yard.
Fence is intact.
Life is peaceful.

Five minutes later…

The dog is gone.

No broken gate.
No obvious hole.
No explanation.

Just vanished.

And then you find them…

Standing outside the fence.
Looking proud.
Looking accomplished.
Looking like they just completed a top-secret mission.

Meanwhile you’re standing there like:
“How did you even DO that??”

Because a Great Pyrenees doesn’t escape in one way.

They have options.

Dig under it.
Climb over it.
Squeeze through it.
Or somehow just… appear on the other side like physics gave up.

And the best part?

When you bring them back inside the fence, they don’t feel guilty.
They don’t feel sorry.

They look at you like:
“That was a test. You failed.”

Living with a Great Pyrenees means accepting one undeniable truth:

You don’t have a fenced yard.

You have a temporary suggestion.

03/08/2026

Amazing young man

01/29/2026

Did you know that the Great Pyrenees was bred not to follow commands, but to make independent decisions while guarding livestock? 🤍🐻‍❄️ This majestic breed comes from the Pyrenees Mountains, where they worked alone for centuries, protecting sheep from wolves and bears without human guidance. That history is why they often seem calm, thoughtful, and sometimes stubborn—they were literally designed to think for themselves, not wait for instructions.

What many people mistake for laziness is actually constant awareness. A Great Pyrenees can look completely relaxed, even sleepy, while quietly monitoring their surroundings. Their stillness is not a lack of interest; it’s controlled vigilance. They listen for patterns, changes, and unfamiliar sounds rather than reacting to every movement, which is why they may appear indifferent until something truly feels “off” 🛡️👂

Their thick white coat isn’t just for beauty—it’s functional. The dense double coat protects them from harsh weather, helps them blend in with livestock, and makes them appear larger and more intimidating to predators. Despite their size and power, they are famously gentle with family members, children, and animals they consider “theirs,” showing a soft, nurturing side alongside their fearless guarding instincts ☁️🐾

Living with a Great Pyrenees means understanding that protection doesn’t always look dramatic. It’s quiet positioning, calm confidence, and presence without noise. They don’t need constant praise or validation—they guard because it’s who they are. And once you earn their trust, you’re not just a human to them—you’re part of their flock 🤍

01/26/2026

Myself and miss Cleo had a little visit to the Protective Care Residence in Bonavista on Saturday, January 24! All the residents absolutely loved her and her little “baa’s” but they were a little disappointed that she wouldn’t drink from her bottle for them😂
for the protection of the residents we were not allowed to take any photos but we can ensure everyone was happy and smiling🥰

Little Cleo is one of our 2 bottle babies this year so she’s very sweet and friendly with all people, she just had a full belly and wasn’t interested in any more milk!

01/13/2026

Jessie’s favourite time to be at the barn is when there’s large round bales in the barn😂 up until yesterday we’ve been feeding mini round bales and small square bales but they’re not as fun🤪

12/25/2025

12/14/2025

We are full swing into lambing season and so far we have 7 little babies!❤️
Twin girls born December 6 to Josie named Sunny and Snow
Twin girls born December 12 to Aries named Gypsy and Rosie
TRIPLETS born early this morning (December 14) to Skye, 2 girls and 1 boy, names to be determined but we’d love a matching theme for these 3!

11/12/2025

🌺 We Remember Them 🌺

A powerful reminder of courage, sacrifice, and the unbreakable bond between soldier and horse.

Today, and every day, we pause to honour all who served — human and animal alike — who gave everything for our freedom.

11/12/2025

10/15/2025