7 Horse Breeds That Make Great Therapy Horses

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Norwegian Fjord - Norwegian Fjords are great for therapy because they're calm. They walk slowly, which helps sidewalkers support riders who need assistance.

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Haflinger - Haflingers are calm therapy horses for kids and people with disabilities. They're not fast, but they're great for healing hearts.

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Gypsy Horse - The Gypsy Horse is smart and calm, perfect for therapy. They come in different sizes, making them great for various activities like riding and pulling carts.

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Belgian - Some therapy programs use big, gentle Belgian horses. They're calm, good for big riders, and move slowly for therapy sessions.

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Clydesdale - Clydesdales are calm horses often used in therapy. They're big enough for heavy riders and don't get bothered easily, like the Budweiser Clydesdales.

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Thoroughbred - Thoroughbreds are famous for racing, but not all are high-strung. Some are calm, good for therapy. They're great at understanding emotions.

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Missouri Fox Trotter - Missouri Fox Trotters are special horses with smooth gaits, like the foxtrot. They're calm and good for therapy, especially if the rider has back issues.