14674 S. Highway 169 
 Oologah, OK 74053  •  918-371-1750 
  Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday: 9:00am-4:00pm
Wednesday: 9:00am-2:00pm


Our Horses

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

Baby



Baby is a Palamino Quarter horse. She was trained as a barrel horse and can be a bit bossy when she doesn’t get her pasture time. She also LOVES to eat! She was bred, born and trained by our very own Amy in 2009.

Brutus



Brutus is a Belgium Haflinger Cross Gelding, born in 2001, is a Sorrel with a flaxen mane and tail. Brutus' coat is red with a blonde mane and tail and a large star on his head.

Buddy



Buddy was born in 1999 and is a Sorrel Quarter horse gelding. with a white blaze on his face with one white sock on his back right leg. He loves being able to help with some of our riders with physical challenges.

Coco



Coco is a very sassy 10 year old miniature horse. This always hungry dark bay horse came to us with her best friend and couldn’t have a more different personality than her counterpart. Together, they make for a fun and interesting class!

Duchess



A more quite reserved 11 year old miniature horse, Duchess is a perfect fit for our slower or more nervous students to start their horse journey. This pinto colored horse and her counterpart came to us to be used in our community outreach and off-site programing.

Gizzy



Gizzy is a pony with mighty opinions and was born in 2010. She loved being dressed up and has taught many children their first few steps on horseback. This includes her owner’s children, Amy the instructor's three kids. She's been used in Junior barrels, flags, poles, goats, and roping.

Jane



Jane was born in 2009 and is a Halflinger/Morgan cross. She was part of a wagon team before she became a part of Bit by Bit. She also is a phenomenal horse in our Veteran and First responder clinic's for her sensitivity and expression while doing groundwork.

Judge



Judge is a Black and White Tobiano Paint Horse Gelding born in 1999. He really, really loves giving kisses and eating lots of hay. He is everyone’s favorite “judgey boy”.

Pearl



This lovely girl is a paint breed 2004 model. Before entering pur program, she was a rodeo roping horse and gave her person 110%. She continues that trait in pur riding program for our more advanced students learning to trot.

Rio



Born in 2017, Rio is a Saddlebred/Quarter horse cross. He is the jester of the barn who would rather cuddle students than work. And make sure you hide the snacks when he is near! He in currently being trained in Dressage and Jumping by his owner, Kendra the instructor.

Snap



Snap is a paint horse and was born in 2005. She was used in Team Roping, Steer Tripping, and Barrel Racing for most of her life. She is the gentle giant of our program and is extra carful with whatever cargo she is carrying. She is most loved by our Tulsa Fire department participants because anyone of stature can ride her.

Teddy



Teddy is a 19 year old OTTB. One of our Instructors Paize has had him since he was 4. They showed in the jumpers for years, and helped her win Oklahoma Equestrian of the Year. He loves kids, and his nickname is the Gentle Giant.

Twister



Twister is around 22-year-old Red Roan quarter horse. He was used as a family horse and has been trail ridden all over LeFlore County. He loved to dunk his head in the water and splash on hot days, all with a look of complete innocence.

About Us

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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!




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Paize Blaylock
Certified Instructor
Paize started taking riding lessons when she was 6 and then showed hunter jumper with primarily off-the-track Thoroughbreds. Paize started volunteering as a leader in college and couldn't get enough! She received her CTRI certification in June of 2023, but has been teaching students of all ages for about 10 years. Paize and her husband live outside of Adair with a menagerie of horses, dogs, chickens, a donkey and a pig called Kevin Bacon.






Therapeutic
Horseback Riding

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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.