The Team
Ranger 16-year-old Pinto/Paint Pony
Ranger is a compact but confident mare that measures 14 hands. Her impeccable manners make her perfectly suited to be an educator. A very sensitive mare, Ranger propels learning in areas of high sensitivity, trust/relationship-building, boundaries, and expectations around personal space. She's just amazing.
We are lucky to be Rangers' home!
Ghost - 22-year-old Quarter Horse
Ghost had a very successful career as a competition horse, earning a lot of money for many people, until he didn't. When he was repeatedly abused for his lack of success, he shut down. He has come into my life to enjoy his retirement. He offers opportunities, teaching people about the commodification of horses and the long-term effects of systemic abuse.
Cupcake - 12-year-old Miniature Horse
As sweet as her name, Cupcake is very curious and social. She's an explorer, demonstrating that she loves learning new things and moving her body! She enjoys long forest hikes, has seemingly limitless energy, and is so very inquisitive. Cupcake's diminutive size of 32" high at the withers (shoulders) makes her a perfect partner for people who are horse-shy, nervous, unfamiliar, or novice to equines.
Susie - 6-year-old Miniature Mare
Susie is learning her world. She provides insights into the measured approach required in late training. Like humans, horses need routine and calm to develop confidence that they are safe. Over the last few years with us, we have provided Susie with enrichment opportunities and lots of love. Susie has now begun her EAL career. Susie, like Cupcake, is a teeny, 32" tall horse that can bring a sense of ease to horse-shy humans :)
Loki - 1.5-year-old Norwegian Fjord Colt
Loki has just begun his EAL career. Loki and his brother Thor came to us in October 2025. Every day is an array of new learning experiences for these two, and their unique ways of being reflect the calm, laid-back nature of the fjord breed, mixed with the enthusiasm of being young and curious about the world. As half-brothers, it is interesting to see the inherent character differences between these two cuties.
Thor - 1.5-year-old Norwegian Fjord Colt
Thor has just begun his EAL career. Thor and his brother Loki came to us in October 2025. Every day is an array of new learning experiences for these two, and their unique ways of being reflect the calm, laid-back nature of the fjord breed, mixed with the enthusiasm of being young and curious about the world. As half-brothers, it is interesting to see the inherent character differences between these two cuties.
Sherry Theuerkauf, EAL Facilitator/Coach
A lifelong student and horsewoman with 40 years of equine experience, Sherry's Equine Science studies at the University of Guelph inform program designs and the experiential learning model at Equine Arts.
Participants direct their explorations at each session, with Sherry facilitating and the equine team leading the way, as incredible teachers. With a career spanning over two decades in corporate, government, and social service sectors- and five years as the owner/operator of Rural Wonders Equine Facilitated Learning in Alberta- Sherry and her family moved to beautiful Prince George in 2020.
Sherry welcomes you to meet the herd and make discoveries!
Sophia Bucior, EAL Volunteer
Sophia first met the Equine Arts herd in 2024 and quickly found a deep interest and connection with the world of horses. Volunteering with Sherry and Equine Arts has allowed Sophia to further explore the world of animals and nature, as well as connect with members of her community. Aside from volunteering at Equine Arts, Sophia has a degree in Medieval Studies and makes a mean pasta salad!
Grace, EAL Volunteer
Grace has loved horses since childhood, and volunteering with Equine Arts has offered time to reconnect with them. Volunteering with Sherry and Equine Arts has also given Grace a chance to connect with community members and deepen her appreciation of the horse-human bond. Outside of volunteering, Grace is a full-time university student pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in English and History.
The Pup Support Team
Jack, 8-year-old Black Lab Cross
Jack and Steve love to do nighttime predator control on the forest farm. They help keep a firm boundary of the property, ensuring timber wolves, coyotes, and black bears do not encroach too close to the house. In the daytime, they can often be found snoozing or supervising Sherry.
Tucker 8-yr-old Anatolian Shepard Cross
Tucker is the resident 95lb snuggle bug. Everyone needs one! He loves to have little humans around; the smaller the better. He finds baby humans truly fascinating. When Tucker isn't napping (he naps a lot!), he can be found right by your feet, ensuring the ideal spot for loving scratches behind his big floppy ears.
Fergus 1-year-old Corgi
Fergus, AKA The Ferg, lives life with full-throttle exuberance. After and before your equine wellness sessions, and during breaks away from the horses, you can connect with Fergus and the rest of the Pup Support Team. They are all down for a good scratch and are exceptional at a variety of yoga asanas, especially downward dog!