Horse Illustrated Magazine

Welcome to Horse Illustrated’s weekly installment of the Right Horse Adoptable Horse of the Week, offered in partnership with the ASPCA’s Right Horse program. This week’s adoptable horse is Hercules! Check back weekly for a new featured horse so you can find your Right Horse.

Adoptable Horse: Hercules, a 6-year-old, 17.0hh Thoroughbred gelding
Organization: Healing Heroes Through Horsemanship, Nipomo, Calif.

Get to Know Adoptable Horse Hercules

Meet Hercules (Jockey Club name Street Ruckus), foaled on May 7, 2018. Hercules retired from racing after 23 starts, winning $190,946. Hercules is a talented and eager 6-year-old gelding, standing at an impressive 17 hands. With his uphill build and light, responsive movements, he is an ideal candidate for eventing or show jumping. Hercules possesses a remarkable stop and offers a comfortable ride, making him a pleasure to work with in the arena. He is also versatile in a western saddle, making him equally suited for both Western and English trail riding, as well as other pleasure disciplines.

This level-headed horse adapts beautifully to his rider’s needs. Whether you’re looking for a calm, leisurely ride or a spirited partner ready to tackle challenges, Hercules delivers with finesse. His lightness in the mouth and overall willingness to learn make him a joy to train.

Affectionate yet not overly demanding, Hercules thrives on human interaction and is always eager for attention. He has excellent ground manners, enjoys being groomed, and is independent enough to handle outrides solo.

In addition to being easy to care for, Hercules stands patiently for mounting, cross-ties well, and is proficient at ground tying. He does well in a herd, whether living out or being stabled, and is an easy keeper. Hercules stands for the farrier and vet with ease and loads well, making him a reliable partner for any equestrian journey.

Hercules is ready to find a dedicated rider who can appreciate his gentle nature and willingness to work. Don’t miss the chance to partner with this exceptional gelding!

All of HHTH’s retired racehorses participate in their equine-assisted interventions and Veterans vocational horsemanship education programs. They work with each horse on the ground and under saddle (English and Western) before determining their strengths and suitability for various disciplines.

ASPCA Right Horse

ASPCA Right Horse is the online adoption platform of The Right Horse Initiative, a collection of equine industry and welfare professionals and advocates working together to improve the lives of horses in transition. A program of the ASPCA, their goal is to massively increase horse adoption in the United States. To find more adoptable horses and foster horses, visit www.myrighthorse.org. To learn more about The Right Horse, a program of the ASPCA, visit www.aspcarighthorse.org.