Horses and Staff at S&D

A little spirit, a lot of beauty, and a future full of possibilities. This stunning Friesian-Percheron mare has the looks to stop traffic and a personality we're just beginning to discover! Previously trained to ride and drive, she arrived at S&D Horseback Riding in Norco, California, with experience under saddle and plenty of spirit. Her first moments with us were a little eventful as she attempted to dodge her handlers during a trailer transfer, but once settled, she demons

Sometimes a second chance feels like meeting an old friend. Some horses touch your heart before you even know their story, and this Thoroughbred is one of them. When Sonja, owner and creator of S&D Horseback Riding, first saw him, he reminded her of Rex, a horse who once held a special place in her life. Much older than originally represented, this beautiful gelding appears to have experienced several difficult years, arriving with a healing head injury and skin that scars ea

His biggest challenge isn't his size. It's the road ahead. This gentle giant has a long road ahead, but his story is far from over. Recovered from a feedlot, this 2,000-pound Belgian draft arrived at S&D Horseback Riding in Norco, California, with significant hoof and soundness challenges, leaving him uncomfortable on all four feet. Rebuilding the hooves of a horse his size is no small undertaking, requiring specialized farrier care, patience, and a significant financial comm

See Our Recovered Belgian Draft Horse's Journey at S&D Horseback Riding When this Belgian Draft gelding arrived at S&D Horseback Riding after being recovered from a feedlot, his condition told only part of his story. Underneath the weight he needed to gain was a strong, confident horse with the potential for a completely different future. His first days at S&D focused on giving him time to adjust, introducing him to his new herd, evaluating his health and temperament, and beg

Ponce de León is a beautiful buckskin Morgan gelding, estimated to be between 11 and 14 years old. Recovered from a feedlot, he was Amish-raised to both ride and drive and is now beginning his second chance at S&D Horseback Riding. He arrived with severe founder requiring immediate attention. Before making the trip home, Sonja arranged for a farrier to treat his feet and requested personalized transportation to ensure he could make the journey as safely and comfortably as pos

Fabio has made excellent strides since he arrived in May 2026, and is a favorite among our guides. He is flashy and comfortable, quickly stealing the show on every trail ride. All donations are made to S&D Horseback Riding Inc.