February 1-28, 2025
Sweetheart of the Year Eligible Bachelors and Bachelorettes
Click on the heart underneath the horse you would like to send a valentine to. It will send you to a screen to choose the type of valentine and then you can check out OR go back and pick more horses!
Have fun and thank you for supporting the SMILES mission!
April
AKA Miss Chatterbox
Occupation: Program Horse
Age: 19 Years Old
Hobbies: Debate Club
About Me: About me? Well let me tell you that every day is debate club, and I’m always the champion! Different feeding schedule? I’ll present my counterargument. Think another horse deserves more attention? I’ve got facts to prove otherwise. But don’t worry—win or lose, I’ll always have a big whinny and an even bigger heart for you. #HayIsAlwaysTheAnswer
Ben
AKA Benji
Occupation: Program Horse
Age: 18 Years Old
Hobbies: Being a Superhero
About Me: Hey there! You might’ve heard my 'twin,' Rodney, has hung up his horseshoes and retired, which means it’s my turn to step up and be the hero. I’m ready to be SMILES' very own superhero! They say smiles are my superpower, and honestly, who am I to argue? I’m here to help my clients crush their goals one stride at a time. So, cape or no cape, I’m always ready to save the day. #SMILESSuperhero
Bullet
AKA Prints Dun by Sam
Occupation: Program Horse
Age: 24 Years Old
Hobbies: Speed Walking
About Me:I’m all about staying healthy—me, my volunteers, and my clients too! They say getting your steps in is key, and trust me, I’ve got that covered. Speed walking? Oh, that’s totally my vibe. I make sure my volunteers hit their step goals while keeping things fun. Relay races? My client and I are always the dream team. I’m all about movement, making sure my clients build strength in their core and legs with every stride. Who says fitness can’t be fast and fun? #SpeedyAndHelpful
Buster
AKA Buster Brown
Occupation: Program Horse
Age: 20 Years Old
Hobbies: Walking in Nature
About Me: Some say I’m a bit on the slower side during class, but hey, why rush? Life’s better when you take your time. We’ll get there when we get there—no need to gallop through it all. Ever heard the saying, ‘Slow and steady wins the race’? Yeah, I live by that! So, let’s enjoy the journey, one relaxed step at a time. #TurtleStatus
Chili
AKA Chili Pepper
Occupation: Program Horse
Age: 16 Years Old
Hobbies: Class Clown
About Me: My name might sound spicy, but honestly, I’m more like a Sour Patch Kid—'First I’m sour, then I’m sweet!' I like to test my volunteers and clients because, hey, I want to bring out their very best. But once they pass my little quizzes, I let my goofy side shine! With my sizzling good looks and a personality that’s equal parts fun and fiery, I make sure every ride is one to remember. #GoofyMotivator
Diesel
AKA Goofball
Occupation: Program Horse
Age: 16 Years Old
Hobbies: Yoga Instructor - Flexibility
About Me: I'm beaming good vibes your way! Don't forget, daily stretching is the fountain of youth. In our sessions, I guide my clients to discover their inner zen. Take life at a turtle's pace—slow, steady, and totally chill. Let's stretch into a youthful, peaceful journey together! #GoodVibesStretch
Doc
AKA Docmeister
Occupation: Program Horse
Age: 20 Years Old
Hobbies: Meditating
About Me: Hey there, I’m Doc, and I’m all about self-care and putting you first! Making yourself a priority is key, and I practice what I preach. I love spending time with my clients in class, but after that, it’s all about me-time. I’m big on meditation—gotta keep my mental health in check, right? I prefer to focus on my awesome life rather than getting caught up in herd drama, which is why I happily live solo. Peaceful vibes only! #NoDramaInMyLot
Faith
AKA Diamonds for Valentine
Occupation: Program Horse
Age: 23 Years Old
Hobbies: Lead of the Mare Herd/Diva
About Me: I shine bright like diamonds and was born on Valentine's day, which is probably why they called me Diamonds for Valentine when I was younger. I rule the herd, ensuring everyone knows their places. While I adore the spotlight, I always make sure my riders feel like the true VIPs in every encounter. #SparklingBossVibes
Freckles
AKA Frecks
Occupation: Program Horse
Age: 21 Years Old
Hobbies: Rio 2.0
About Me: I'm often compared to Rio, and together, we prep our clients for success in class by flaunting flawless behavior. My volunteers love my easygoing vibe, and I'm all about love in return. Just point me in the direction you fancy, and I'll ensure we cruise there safely! #DynamicDuoVibes
Gus
AKA Gus Gus
Occupation: Program Horse
Age: 16 Years Old
Hobbies: Outside the Arena Podcast with Teddy & Gus
About Me: Howdy! I’m the new hoof on the block, and guess what? I made a bestie in my first few weeks here! Teddy and I hit it off right away, and now we’ve got our own little project—a podcast called Outside the Arena. We brainstorm episode ideas while munching on hay (because who says snack time can’t be productive?). #PodcastDuo
Holly
AKA Holl Doll
Occupation: Program Horse
Age: 16 Years Old
Hobbies: Blogger
About Me: Hey there, I'm THE diva in my herd. In my ideal universe, I'd be the only horse in my clients eyes. I'm tall, beautiful and know all the tea. If you hear me in the barn, it's because I have another follower for my blog, Diva in the Barn! The tea right now is that a mare hasn't won the Sweetheart of the Year. Are these geldings paying off our volunteers? #SMILESDiva
Judy
AKA Judles
Occupation: Program Horse
Age: 19 Years Old
Hobbies: Tattoos (Only horse in the herd with a brand)
About Me: No need to brag, but ever since I trotted into SMILES, I've been everyone's favorite! I've got the skills to pamper riders like a pro because I've got loads of experience. Check out the cool brands on my shoulder – not every horse here rocks them. These "tattoos" tell tales of my past homes and the awesome training I've mastered. #TheDraftWithTattoos
Lincoln
AKA One Eye Wonder
Occupation: Program Horse
Age: 20 Years Old
Hobbies: Juking my volunteers when they try to halter me
About Me: I'm a bit of a prankster around here! When my awesome volunteers try to put the halter on me, I love to juke them almost every single time. It's just my way of keeping things fun and amusing! #TheJokester
Little Gray
AKA LG
Occupation: Program Horse
Age: 13 Years Old
Hobbies: Watching Bridgerton
About Me: People say I'm a polite little lady, so call me Lady LG. I'm petite, beautiful and have a smooth gait. I'm the whole package and the diamond of the session. You may have read in Lady Whinniedown's Society Papers that I was caught sharing hay with my #1 suiter, Nugget. Instead of drama she should have written about how much I care for my clients! #DiamondOfTheSession
Nugget
AKA Chickie Nuggie
Occupation: Program Horse
Age: 15 Years Old
Hobbies: SMILES Mascot
About Me: Hey there, it's Nugget! Just a heads-up, I'm proudly fun-sized. SMILES is hitting the town to mingle with the community, and guess who's rocking the mascot role? Yep, yours truly! I'm the ideal size for outings and I'm showing off at being a great Community NEIGH-bor! #FunSizeRules
Pantera
AKA Sir Talks A Lot
Occupation: Program Horse
Age: 8 Years Old
Hobbies: Singing
About Me: Do-Re-Mi-Fa-So-La-Ti-Do! I’m always perfecting my singing skills because, hey, stardom is calling my name! One day, you’ll see my hoofprint shining on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Until then, you can catch my performances in the barn, belting out tunes in perfect pitch. Don’t be shy, join in next time! Every star needs a backup singer. #StarInTheMaking
Penny
AKA Penelope
Occupation: Program Horse
Age: 19 Years Old
Hobbies: Keeping the Peace
About Me: Every group needs that one friend who's the peacekeeper, and guess what? That's me in my awesome herd! I'm all about cheering on my fantastic clients, urging them to give their absolute best in every activity. You bet if they go all out, I'm right there matching their enthusiasm! #PeaceKeeper
Rio
AKA Sweet Man
Occupation: Program Horse
Age: 26 Years Old
Hobbies: Teacher for “How to be the Best Program Horse 101"
About Me: Call me "Ole Reliable" here at SMILES! Taking my gig as a program horse super seriously, I'm on a mission to teach my fellow herd members on how to bring out their inner me. With my point-and-go attitude, I've become a favorite among volunteers and clients alike. Let's just say, I'm the go-to guy around here AND the 2024 Sweetheart of the Year. I'm here to defend that title! #OleReliable
Sarah
AKA Cedar Lane's Sarah
Occupation: Program Horse
Age: 20 Years Old
Hobbies: Giving my Leaders an Arm Workout
About Me: Hey there! I'm the biggest horse at SMILES, ready to help everyone, but let's do it at my laid-back pace. I'm a gentle giant, totally into the art of standing around and soaking up the good vibes. When it's time to hit the sand, I might need a bit of extra pep talk, but that's just me making sure my clients and volunteers have an epic workout! #MyPaceOnly
Sport
AKA Sports Network
Occupation: Program Horse
Age: 19 Years Old
Hobbies: Being Extra Cute for Treats
About Me: Hey pals! They call me Sport, and while my name might sound all athletic, I'm actually a pro at enjoying hay and flaunting cuteness for treats. Once my clients wrap up their class, you bet I'll be turning on the charm – ears forward, a little nose nudge, all in the name of scoring some tasty treats. #FoodIsLife and I'm living it up!
Sue
AKA Susie Q
Occupation: Program Horse
Age: 15 Years Old
Hobbies: Creating Vision Boards
About Me: Hey there, cuties! I'm Sue. I've been at SMILES for a year now and I truly feel like I have found my passion. I make sure that when a client comes in I know exactly what they need. I am steady partner and know my cues. I create vision boards for each of clients on what I hope they and I accomplish. I know with the help of our instructors and volunteers that possibilities are endless. #ManifestingIsKey
Teddy
AKA Ted. D. Bear 🧸
Occupation: Program Horse
Age: 9 Years Old
Hobbies: Podcast
About Me: Hi! My name is Teddy. I'm the cute face behind our podcast. Gus and I created the podcast called Outside the Arena, because Holly's blog can be all drama, we are straight facts! #LeaveTheDramaAtTheBarnDoor
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