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Celestina is Spanish
for matchmaker, and that is our goal – to help you find the horse of your dreams.
Our commitment is to create the “user-friendly” horse. We keep only a small and select
herd on our farm, but our contacts within the breed can help you to find your equine companion and to develop the skills to
fully appreciate your equine partner’s qualities. We are located 30 minutes south of Calgary -- with easy highway
access from Calgary, Okotoks or High River.
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What's so special about Peruvian Horses?
Descended
from the horses brought to the Americas by the Spanish Conquistadors, the Peruvian Horse is born with a smooth, natural way of going stamped into
their genetic heritage by hundreds of years of selective breeding. Peruvians are shown barefoot – the gait cannot be
influenced by weighted or other special shoes.
Although similar in type and sharing the Spanish genetic origin
from centuries ago, Peruvian Horses differ from Paso Finos both in their conformation and in their way of going. The Peruvian
is generally a slightly larger horse than its Paso Fino cousin. Both breeds execute a smooth four beat gait. Where Paso Finos
are prized for a short, snappy stride with little forward motion (click here for video of Paso Fino in gait), Peruvians are expected to have a longer, ground covering stride with their front
legs moving in a rolling motion from the shoulder known as termino.
The smooth gait makes Peruvian Horses an
excellent choice for the rider who wants to avoid the discomfort of a trot. Peruvian Horses are hotbloods, and are generally
quite forward and energetic. This can make them intimidating at first for some new riders or those accustomed to a less energetic
breed, but we believe that with proper training, support and understanding, these horses provide an equine experience like
no other. "Hot" does not mean spooky or unmanageable, and our horses have a strong foundation of basic groundwork
to teach them calmness and self-control while preserving their energy and spirit.
We have quieter horses in our
lease and lesson pool that are ideal for the adult novice, while the fiery individuals are a thrill for even the most experienced
rider. We look forward to working with you.
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We are proud members of the following organizations:
Peruvian Horse Association of Canada
Peruvian Horse Club of Alberta
Peruvian Horse Club of British Columbia Peruvian Enthusiasts and Recreational Riders Unlimited
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“Until one has loved
an animal a part of one's soul remains unawakened.” "To
accomplish great things, we must not only act, but also dream; not only plan, but also believe.”
-- Anatole France
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