our story
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august, 1984
In the summer of ’84, my dad embarked on a special welding project for the equestrian events at the Los Angeles Olympics. Little did I know, this opportunity would open doors for me to experience my first riding lessons… read more
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june, 1997
Horsemanship classes at a community college reconnected me back to horses. I eagerly enrolled in two semesters of horsemanship lessons at our local community college. These classes weren’t solely focused on riding… read more
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september, 1998
Camping in Sierra Nevada Mountains riding out to see the wild horses. I embarked on a camping trip in the breathtaking Sierra Nevada Mountains. One of the highlights of this adventure was the opportunity to witness the beauty of wild horses up close… Read More
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august, 2009
Supporting the equine evacuation efforts for the Bell Canyon fires. Nearby Bell Canyon was threatened by fires, As the sky thickened with smoke, I felt a strong urge to offer my support in any way possible… Read More
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november, 2018
Finding respite in the small horse town of Cornell in the Santa Monica Mountains. In November 2018, I sought solace in the tranquil horse town of Cornell nestled in the Santa Monica Mountains… Read More
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october, 2019
Meeting Talley and the Comomara Ranch Herd. I found myself at a crossroads, searching for meaning and joy in the aftermath of the fire that had uprooted my life… Read More
![](https://elkdogranch.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Blog-7-uai-258x145.jpg)
april, 2020
Three rescue horses, Sundance, Traveler, and Apache, found their new home at the Talley’s Connemara Ranch/Cavallo Foundation herd. With the guidance of Talleys and the support of myself and other dedicated volunteers, these horses… Read More
![](https://elkdogranch.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Blog-1-1-uai-258x258.jpg)
august, 1984
In the summer of ’84, my dad embarked on a special welding project for the equestrian events at the Los Angeles Olympics. Little did I know, this opportunity would open doors for me to experience my first riding lessons… read more
![](https://elkdogranch.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Blog-2-uai-258x258.jpg)
june, 1997
Horsemanship classes at a community college reconnected me back to horses. I eagerly enrolled in two semesters of horsemanship lessons at our local community college. These classes weren’t solely focused on riding… read more
![](https://elkdogranch.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Blog-3-uai-258x258.jpg)
september, 1998
Camping in Sierra Nevada Mountains riding out to see the wild horses. I embarked on a camping trip in the breathtaking Sierra Nevada Mountains. One of the highlights of this adventure was the opportunity to witness the beauty of wild horses up close… Read More
![](https://elkdogranch.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Blog-4-uai-258x258.jpg)
august, 2009
Supporting the equine evacuation efforts for the Bell Canyon fires. Nearby Bell Canyon was threatened by fires, As the sky thickened with smoke, I felt a strong urge to offer my support in any way possible… Read More
![](https://elkdogranch.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Blog-5-uai-258x258.jpg)
november, 2018
Finding respite in the small horse town of Cornell in the Santa Monica Mountains. In November 2018, I sought solace in the tranquil horse town of Cornell nestled in the Santa Monica Mountains… Read More
![](https://elkdogranch.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Blog-6-uai-258x258.jpg)
october, 2019
Meeting Talley and the Comomara Ranch Herd. I found myself at a crossroads, searching for meaning and joy in the aftermath of the fire that had uprooted my life… Read More
![](https://elkdogranch.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Blog-7-uai-258x258.jpg)
april, 2020
Three rescue horses, Sundance, Traveler, and Apache, found their new home at the Talley’s Connemara Ranch/Cavallo Foundation herd. With the guidance of Talleys and the support of myself and other dedicated volunteers, these horses… Read More
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At Elkdog Ranch, we believe that the bond between horses and humans is a truly remarkable and healing connection. By your sharing experiences, you contribute to the collective strength of the healing bond between horses and humans | learn more
share your story
At Elkdog Ranch, we believe that the bond between horses and humans is a truly remarkable and healing connection. By your sharing experiences, you contribute to the collective strength of the healing bond between horses and humans | learn more