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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, High River or Okotoks.
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, 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 (please see the links to the right for short video clips of the foundation work done
with Celestina Ranch horses).
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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They're here...
We are thrilled to introduce HdN Niņo Rey, HdN Jalapeņo and HdN Rey Majestad
-- all sons of the multiple Champion of Champions and Laureado Breeding Stallion HdN Coqueton!! Look for them in the show
ring in coming years, or come and meet them here at the farm!!
The proof is in the placements. See our show record here.
We provide:
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By joining our mailing list, you will be the first to know about:
- Saturday morning drop-ins
- Evening drop-ins
- Groundwork clinics
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We are proud members of the following organizations:
 
"So many dreams at first seem impossible. And then they seem improbable. And then
when we summon the will, they soon become inevitable." - Christopher Reeve
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