Howdy. The name’s Peterbilt, but you can call me Pete. I’m a big, muscular draft horse. I used to win competitions and pull heavy loads with ease. I was proud of my strength, but after discovering a small weakness in my stifle, I had to retire from competition earlier than I expected. So I spent some time working for the Amish instead. I was helping plow fields in the spring and haul massive logs for the winter. It was hard work, but I took pride in my strength and doing my job well. After a while, my previous family realized I needed an even calmer life. That’s how I ended up here at Rise and Ride.
 

People might think I miss competing and pulling 5.5 ton sleds, but I’m just glad to be in a good place now. My new friends at the ranch know I need to lose a little weight. Just a bit too much of this competition muscle and weight isn't good for my long-term health of trail riding. So, I’ve been on a healthy diet and doing trail rides to help me stay in shape while getting my body down to a "normal" draft horse size.
 

I’m a calm, solid horse. I look at you with the biggest, kindest eyes because I genuinely want to know you. If you walk into the pasture, I’ll come over, looking for something to do or ask you to scratch that itchy spot I can't seem to reach.  I trust the people I meet, and I want to be your steady friend.
 

When you ride me, you’ll feel how solid and comfortable I am. I work hard, but I’m also gentle in my own way. Just a dependable guy who’s looking for an honest job and partnership.