Alejandro Jesús Ceballo Marquez: The creole horse: Why is it best race for horse-assisted therapy?

Though there is no ideal race for horse-assisted therapies, the creole horse shows qualities that define it as one of the best when it comes to this type of treatment. What characteristics point toward its genes being particularly healing, in comparison to others?

Medium-sized and resistant
The creole horse’s morphology is very particular: its medium height is comfortable and practical for patients to mount it, as well as for assistants to help from the sides. The width of its shoulders isn’t too great, so patients with issues in their lower halves shouldn’t be uncomfortable. It is also a very sturdy race, which is key for treatments that require the patient to mount the horse alongside someone else.
Balanced and paced
The creole horse’s motor pattern matches that of a human, since it is coordinated and rhythmical, as opposed to brusque and spasmodic. This makes its gait a calm one, which is perfect for patients partaking in horse-assisted therapy.



Friendly personality
They are perceptive, docile and versatile like few other horse races. They are also loving, trusty and have great memory, which helps when it comes to the treatment of different types of pathologies. It is also a very quick-learning race.
Other notable traits
It is a long-lived, rustic race that can adapt easily to all types of conditions and demands, at a relatively low maintenance cost. However, this doesn’t mean that an owner can cut corners when it comes to caring for it – on the contrary, only the best care will make the best of the horse’s natural longevity.


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