Testimonials

~Testimonials~

Hello Susan & Louie
I've been thinking about this since Danny came home to Bend. So much to say. You know Dan & I fell in love immediately. How do you explain something that magical? You two were there so you know what I mean. For other people looking for an equine partner, here is my experience.

I came to Windwalker Ranch via their website looking for a sensible, sound, experienced trail horse with a good mind. I'm getting close to 60 so a smaller, super sane guy was in order. I plan to ride until I can't crawl up on a mounting block any longer so a trustworthy partner was paramount. I wanted a fellow who gets along in a mixed herd, leaves the farm, just he & I, with no fuss, walks down the road to the woods not spooking at vehicles or farm activities, crosses water and bridges and oh, he needed to have good feet. Did I get it? You bet!! And more....he is gorgeous. Everything I expose him to is met with calm interest. He clips, bathes, trailers, wears a fly mask, accepts fly spray and loves to be groomed. I could go on and on. I still love to ride my big TB but Danny is the one I save until last so we can spend hours exploring the woods with friends, enjoying the beauty of the forest and wildlife (Dan looks at everything with pleasure and interest, not fear) and just being grateful. My prayers were answered.
DL

Good Mornin, I am soooooooo
sore, although the best sore I have ever, ever, ever, had in my LIFE. Bob is sore and still has quite a grin going. He loved every minute. It was great for our relationship. We rekindled what riding is about as a couple. It was a heart warming experience. God does work in mysterious ways. The two of you are such a blessing for Bob and I. We have never had such a blast riding. The experience and confidence you both have is amazing, and we have never felt so safe and confident on the trails. Shonie is true to the bone. A rider knows what's up with her. She's easy to read, honest safe sure footed, and brave. A REAL TRAIL HORSE. I am thrilled, I think she will take great care of me and I her. We look forward to having her home to enjoy. The pictures were a great idea Susan, thank you, I woke up to them. A great Kodak moment. Louie,You have a God given talent. We have had many, many an opportunity to meet and ride with some really talented horse trainers. Your quiet and kind demeanor, your candid honesty, the time you take to actually prepare your Horses in tough and difficult trail scenarios goes above and beyond what most folks are willing to do.We would enjoy learning from you, and would you consider helping Bob and I in the future if we are in need? We look forward to enjoying yours and Susan's company and friendship often for the years to come. We can hardly wait to do some serious trail riding this summer, and I promise Shonie will not have her mane braided when your around! Thank you so much for all the time and hard work you and Susan went through for Bob and I and yesterday.
Ruthanne and Bob

Hi Louie and Susan,
We hope you are having a wonderful weekend. Thanks to YOU, we are. What a great time we had with both of you (we are so happy you could join us Susan). You kindness, patience, wisdom, and sense of humor are greatly appreciated by us.
Our hearts are filled with gratitude for both of you, and for the new addition to our family. Richard feels so secure, after the time we spent, that we both cannot wait to have our new "therapy" horse at home.
Please know that you have done something very wonderful, and your generous spirit has not gone unnoticed.
With Love,
Richard and Cat

Hi Susan! Hope this reaches you OK. I got your email address from Mom so I could fill you in on how Cody is doing.
We are having a great time with him. He's making tracks all over the midwest! My sister Dana and I took him to a trail ride/fundraiser relay race in Wisconsin in June, and he did great. I was really impressed with the way he handled the long trip and didn't miss a beat, even with all of the commotion of 25 teams, banners flying, firetrucks, a canal with fish jumping, etc. He sure has a lot of sense for a horse his age. He gaited great, and I rode him the last mile at a hand gallop; he neckreins with just a touch even at that speed!
When the ride was done, we were all hanging out at the trailer, sitting on the cooler. Cody wanted to be with us having fun, but he was tied to the trailer so the only part of him that could get next to us was his butt. So, he just kept stepping over until his giant butt was right with us, and his feet were up against our sneakers. He just didn't want to be left out!
Just wanted you to know that he's doing fine, he's filling out and maturing and really coming into his own. He's such a character. Whenever I go home to Mom's for a weekend, I make sure to take him for a spin. He's so tall I can't get on bareback, so I usually end up jumping on from the back of a pickup, jeep, or the like. Cody will be on "vacation" through the winter, but I'm hoping to bring him to Wisconsin next spring and do some real miles with him. There's even a ride across the state of Michigan that I'd like to try.
Anyway, he's doing great, and we love him. He has a whole family looking out for him! I still regret that Mom didn't buy Beau from you too; I think they would have enjoyed having the pair. Did you find a good home for him, too?
Well, that's the news. Sorry I didn't get to meet you when you brought Cody to Mom's last year, but I'd love to hear from you, and you can check in on Cody anytime. I'm in Wisconsin. Thanks for the chance to have such a great horse in the family!
Andrea

Louie & Susan,
I just wanted to write you a quick note to let you know that Jess is doing very well. He loves the pasture, especially in one corner under a big oak tree. He has learned the boundaries now but is still getting used to the stable at night. Johnny is in heaven. He loves him. He goes to the barn every night to tell them good night. Johnny can open the window on the stall door slightly and Jess will push it hard with his nose to open it the rest of the way. Johnny can stand next to him and say come hear boy and he will walk up behind him and put his chin on Johnny's shoulder.
Thank you so much for helping us find such a perfect match for Johnny.
Lisa

Louie & Susan,
I've ridden Lena about 5 times since I've brought her home. We are doing great. She stands totally still while I get on and off. Moves out when I ask her to, THANK YOU for doing a GREAT job!
Linda

To Louie & Susan
I am sorry it has taken me so long to thank you for transporting my horse Sage to her new home. According to Deni at Nodaway Farm, Sage arrived in WONDERFUL shape, and Deni would highly reccomend you.
With big thanks, Gina






			~Testimonials~ Hello Susan & Louie I've been thinking about this since Danny came home to Bend. So much to say. You know Dan & I fell in love immediately. How do you explain something that magical? You two were there so you know what I mean. For other people looking for an equine partner, here is my experience. I came to Windwalker Ranch via their website looking for a sensible, sound, experienced trail horse with a good mind. I'm getting close to 60 so a smaller, super sane guy was in order. I plan to ride until I can't crawl up on a mounting block any longer so a trustworthy partner was paramount. I wanted a fellow who gets along in a mixed herd, leaves the farm, just he & I, with no fuss, walks down the road to the woods not spooking at vehicles or farm activities, crosses water and bridges and oh, he needed to have good feet. Did I get it? You bet!! And more....he is gorgeous. Everything I expose him to is met with calm interest. He clips, bathes, trailers, wears a fly mask, accepts fly spray and loves to be groomed. I could go on and on. I still love to ride my big TB but Danny is the one I save until last so we can spend hours exploring the woods with friends, enjoying the beauty of the forest and wildlife (Dan looks at everything with pleasure and interest, not fear) and just being grateful. My prayers were answered. DL Good Mornin, I am soooooooo sore, although the best sore I have ever, ever, ever, had in my LIFE. Bob is sore and still has quite a grin going. He loved every minute. It was great for our relationship. We rekindled what riding is about as a couple. It was a heart warming experience. God does work in mysterious ways. The two of you are such a blessing for Bob and I. We have never had such a blast riding. The experience and confidence you both have is amazing, and we have never felt so safe and confident on the trails. Shonie is true to the bone. A rider knows what's up with her. She's easy to read, honest safe sure footed, and brave. A REAL TRAIL HORSE. I am thrilled, I think she will take great care of me and I her. We look forward to having her home to enjoy. The pictures were a great idea Susan, thank you, I woke up to them. A great Kodak moment. Louie,You have a God given talent. We have had many, many an opportunity to meet and ride with some really talented horse trainers. Your quiet and kind demeanor, your candid honesty, the time you take to actually prepare your Horses in tough and difficult trail scenarios goes above and beyond what most folks are willing to do.We would enjoy learning from you, and would you consider helping Bob and I in the future if we are in need? We look forward to enjoying yours and Susan's company and friendship often for the years to come. We can hardly wait to do some serious trail riding this summer, and I promise Shonie will not have her mane braided when your around! Thank you so much for all the time and hard work you and Susan went through for Bob and I and yesterday. Ruthanne and Bob Hi Louie and Susan, We hope you are having a wonderful weekend. Thanks to YOU, we are. What a great time we had with both of you (we are so happy you could join us Susan). You kindness, patience, wisdom, and sense of humor are greatly appreciated by us. Our hearts are filled with gratitude for both of you, and for the new addition to our family. Richard feels so secure, after the time we spent, that we both cannot wait to have our new "therapy" horse at home. Please know that you have done something very wonderful, and your generous spirit has not gone unnoticed. With Love, Richard and Cat Hi Susan! Hope this reaches you OK. I got your email address from Mom so I could fill you in on how Cody is doing. We are having a great time with him. He's making tracks all over the midwest! My sister Dana and I took him to a trail ride/fundraiser relay race in Wisconsin in June, and he did great. I was really impressed with the way he handled the long trip and didn't miss a beat, even with all of the commotion of 25 teams, banners flying, firetrucks, a canal with fish jumping, etc. He sure has a lot of sense for a horse his age. He gaited great, and I rode him the last mile at a hand gallop; he neckreins with just a touch even at that speed! When the ride was done, we were all hanging out at the trailer, sitting on the cooler. Cody wanted to be with us having fun, but he was tied to the trailer so the only part of him that could get next to us was his butt. So, he just kept stepping over until his giant butt was right with us, and his feet were up against our sneakers. He just didn't want to be left out! Just wanted you to know that he's doing fine, he's filling out and maturing and really coming into his own. He's such a character. Whenever I go home to Mom's for a weekend, I make sure to take him for a spin. He's so tall I can't get on bareback, so I usually end up jumping on from the back of a pickup, jeep, or the like. Cody will be on "vacation" through the winter, but I'm hoping to bring him to Wisconsin next spring and do some real miles with him. There's even a ride across the state of Michigan that I'd like to try. Anyway, he's doing great, and we love him. He has a whole family looking out for him! I still regret that Mom didn't buy Beau from you too; I think they would have enjoyed having the pair. Did you find a good home for him, too? Well, that's the news. Sorry I didn't get to meet you when you brought Cody to Mom's last year, but I'd love to hear from you, and you can check in on Cody anytime. I'm in Wisconsin. Thanks for the chance to have such a great horse in the family! Andrea Louie & Susan, I just wanted to write you a quick note to let you know that Jess is doing very well. He loves the pasture, especially in one corner under a big oak tree. He has learned the boundaries now but is still getting used to the stable at night. Johnny is in heaven. He loves him. He goes to the barn every night to tell them good night. Johnny can open the window on the stall door slightly and Jess will push it hard with his nose to open it the rest of the way. Johnny can stand next to him and say come hear boy and he will walk up behind him and put his chin on Johnny's shoulder. Thank you so much for helping us find such a perfect match for Johnny. Lisa Louie & Susan, I've ridden Lena about 5 times since I've brought her home. We are doing great. She stands totally still while I get on and off. Moves out when I ask her to, THANK YOU for doing a GREAT job! Linda To Louie & Susan I am sorry it has taken me so long to thank you for transporting my horse Sage to her new home. According to Deni at Nodaway Farm, Sage arrived in WONDERFUL shape, and Deni would highly reccomend you. With big thanks, Gina