BraveHearts Equine Center

06/02/2026

New shoes for Dexter! 🧲🐴

Most of our horses are barefoot, except horses who need corrective shoeing. Dexter, our draft mule, is one of them who gets custom shoes.

He’s such a good boy ☺️

Because hooves support the animal's entire weight, absorb shock, and aid in circulation, regular maintenance is essential to prevent severe pain, joint strain, and irreversible lameness. Thank you to the Kentucky Horseshoeing School for working with our incredible BEC team to care for our herd! 💖🫶

Kentucky Horseshoeing School

05/29/2026

05/29/2026

Farrier Friday! 🐴🧲 Mitch Taylor, owner and director of the Kentucky Horseshoeing School (and our incredible farriers 🥰) shares what a typical farrier day at the farm looks like!

05/26/2026

Vendor Spotlight: Hound and Horse Bakery!

Don’t miss the delicious baked treats at our 3rd Annual BraveHearts Equine Center Public Open House on Saturday, June 13th from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Hound and Horse Bakery will be on site with their tasty goodies — perfect for doggos and horseys alike!

Come for the horses and stay for:
-Live music by Collins & Cox
-Food from Kentucky Tony and Cloud Candy
-Wine from Ghost Fox Winery
-Beautiful woodwork from Wood by Elektra
-Great photo ops with the horses
-And much more!

Admission is FREE!

Bring the whole family and make a day of it!

05/25/2026

Vendor Spotlight: Ghost Fox Winery!

Get ready to sip and enjoy at our 3rd Annual BraveHearts Equine Center Public Open House on Saturday, June 13th from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Ghost Fox Winery will be pouring their delicious wines while you meet our rescued draft horses and enjoy a beautiful day at the farm.

Come for the horses and stay for:
-Live music by Collins & Cox
-Food from Kentucky Tony and Cloud Candy
-Beautiful woodwork from Wood by Elektra
-Treats from Hound and Horse Bakery
-Great photo opportunities
-And so much more!

Admission is FREE!

We can’t wait to see you there! Stay tuned as we spotlight more vendors leading up to the big day.

05/25/2026

You think all horse hooves are the same… until you see a draft horse hoof up close 👀🐴

We chat with Mitch Taylor, owner and director of the Kentucky Horseshoeing School (and our incredible farriers 🥰) to talk about what makes draft horse hooves SO different from light horse breeds — from the size and weight to the specialized care it takes to keep these gentle giants sound. 🧲

Let us know… do you want to see more educational videos like this?

05/23/2026

Rain or shine, we still have a good time! 😅💖💯

Trail ride or bust — as long as there’s no thunder or lightning, and as long as you’re okay with getting wet 🥰💧

05/22/2026

Vendor Spotlight: Collins & Cox!

Get ready for live music at our 3rd Annual BraveHearts Equine Center Public Open House on Saturday, June 13th from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

The talented duo Collins & Cox will be performing live, filling the farm with great music while you meet our rescued draft horses enjoying their second chance at life.

Come enjoy the day with:
- Delicious food from Kentucky Tony and Cloud Candy
- Wine from Ghost Fox Winery
- Beautiful woodwork from Wood by Elektra
- Treats from Hound and Horse Bakery
- Amazing photo opportunities with the horses
- And so much more!

Admission is FREE!

Bring your lawn chairs, your appetite, and the whole family for a wonderful day on the farm. We can’t wait to see you there!

Stay tuned as we spotlight more of our fantastic vendors.

05/20/2026

Vendor Spotlight: Wood by Elektra!

Don’t miss their beautiful handcrafted woodwork at our 3rd Annual BraveHearts Equine Center Public Open House on Saturday, June 13th from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Wood by Elektra creates stunning, one-of-a-kind pieces perfect for your home or as a special gift. Browse their collection while you visit our rescued draft horses enjoying their second chance at BraveHearts.

Come shop and stay for:
- Live music by Collins & Cox
- Sweet treats from Cloud Candy and Hound and Horse Bakery 🐴🐾🍪
- Food & drinks from Ghost Fox Winery and Kentucky Tony
- Photo opportunities!
- And so much more!

Admission is FREE!

Mark your calendar and bring the whole family — we can’t wait to see you there! Stay tuned as we spotlight more of our fantastic vendors leading up to the event.

05/18/2026

Most trail rides don’t come with a story like this.✨

At BraveHearts Equine Center, every draft horse you ride was once unwanted, overlooked, or one step away from slaughter. Now they’re carrying people through the beautiful Bluegrass instead of carrying the weight of survival.

And honestly? There’s something unforgettable about sitting 6 feet off the ground on a horse that finally knows kindness. 🐴✨

If you could ride one of our gentle giants tomorrow… would you choose sunrise or sunset? 👇

Book a trail ride HERE: https://visithorsecountry.com/tour-experiences/trail-riding-at-bravehearts-equine-center/