Why Hostses?

 There are many things that make horses unique as animal companions, and co-teachers.

	Horses offer us unconditional, nonjudgmental acceptance.
	Horses don't lie. They give us honest, immediate feedback while forcing us to be honest in return.
	Horses authentically and clearly express all of their feelings: fear, confusion, boredom, playfulness, anger, power, confident, mischievousness. Like a giant mirror, they reflect how we’re feeling and our emotional health.
	Horses are fully present in the moment which serves as a calming power that melts away stress, helps us gain perspective on our everyday lives
	Horses are herd animals. They prefer contact with others to being alone. They give us connection to another living being and teach us about relationships, social skills and a nurturing, caring style of leadership.
	Horses are large powerful animals. Through them we face our fear, take risks, and explore our issues with power and control.

We invite you to experience the dynamic of having a horse be your co-teacher or part of your team. 

In addition to Equine Assisted Therapies, Jake's Flat Farm offers year round therapeutic riding and special summer group activities and events.  We are contracted with Carolina HoofPrints, a 501c3 non-profit organization whose mission is to develop, support and assist in funding therapeutic riding.  For more information on our Therapeutic Riding program, visit: Carolina HoofPrints .