14674 S. Highway 169
Oologah, OK 74053 • 918-371-1750
Mon-Thurs 9-5, Fri 9-noon

Our Horses

are specially selected, trained and experienced with children and equine riding therapy.

Brutus

Hi, I am Brutus. I’m a Belgium Haflinger Cross Gelding. I was born in 2001. I’m Sorrel with a flaxen mane and tail. That means my coat is red with a blonde mane and tail. I have a large star on my head. I am blind in my right eye from a previous injury, but that doesn’t slow me down in the arena.

Buddy

Hi, I am Buddy. I was born in 1999. I am a Sorrel Quarter horse gelding. I have a white blaze on my face with one white sock on my back right leg. I love being able to help with some of our riders with physical challenges. I really like to be brushed and loved on.

Cookie

Hi, I am Cookie. My full name Is “Rollingwoods Cookie Dough.” I am a Chestnut Welsh pony gelding. I was born in 2003. I used to be a Hunter Jumper pony, but I have come to Bit by Bit to retire and help all the little kids. I also love to run and roll in my pasture after a ride.

Judge

Hi! I am Judge. I am a Black and White Tobiano Paint Horse Gelding. I was born in 1999. I really, really love giving kisses and eating lots of hay. I am everyone’s favorite “judgey boy”.

Pasley

Hi, I am Pasley. I was born in 1997. I am a Sorrel Quarter Horse mare. I have a white blaze down my face with one white sock on my left back foot. I used to be a barrel horse until coming here to retire, and help with building confidence in our more independent riders.

Peppy

Hi, I am Peppy. I was born in 1999. I am a Bay Quarter Horse gelding. I have a white Star and Snip on my head. I used to be a ranch horse. Now, I love getting to be here and help with independent riders. I love to be brushed and loved on.

Two Socks

Hi, I am Two Socks. I was born in 2006. I am a Bay Quarter Horse gelding. I have a white star on my head and two white socks on my back feet. I am currently still in training to become a therapy horse.

Zoe

Hi y’all! My name Is Zoe. I’m a Bay with a blaze and three white socks. I don’t have a sock on my right front leg. I was born In 1998. I am a paint horse. While I don’t look like It, I have white spots on places other than my legs.

About Us

Since opening in 1997, Bit by Bit has been and continues to be Northeast Oklahoma's premier therapeutic riding program. Founded by Linda Barron and originally located in Claremore, Bit by Bit began as a way to make a difference in the lives of individuals with special needs through equine therapy.

Over the years, the program has relocated to Oologah and expanded to serve over 70 students, offering therapeutic riding lessons to children and adults living with a variety of special needs. One thing hasn't changed: the commitment to making a difference in riders' lives. This is possible thanks to over 150 volunteers, nearly 20 horses, and generous support from donors. Together, we make strides for those with special needs!

Therapeutic
Horseback Riding

The benefits of therapeutic horseback riding are many and varied. Because the horse gently and rhythmically moves the rider's body in a manner similar to a human gait, riders with physical disabilities often show improvement in flexibility, balance, and muscle strength.

For individuals with mental or emotional disabilities, the unique relationship formed with the horse can lead to increase confidence, patience, and self-esteem. Educational goals like letter and color recognition can be incorporated into riding activities. Lessons also provide a positive social experience for students as they interact with volunteers, staff members, other riders, and horses.

Research shows that individuals of all ages who participate in equine-assisted activities and therapies can experience physical and emotional rewards.