BlixxHorses

BlixxHorses BlixxHorses a 501(c)(3) Educational/Advocacy org has provided interactive, therapeutic non riding programming since 2007. By Appt. Our paths crossed in 1998.

Founder/Director Gabriela Rodriguez Quinn has over 30 years experience, a background in dentistry & health & human science. BlixxHorses was the inspired by the 1st of the BlixxHorses, 'Think Blue', and marked the beginning of our work. Unable to ignore his quiet desperation, Blue changed the lives he touched forever. This story is not unusual. Sadly many more horses are not fortunate, ending their

lives in misery, sent to auctions & slaughter by their owners. After Blue's sudden death in 2008, shortly after his 26th birthday, his companion of 8 years Lexxie, a rescue at just 6 months was left alone. The 3rd of the BlixxHorses, a 14 yo rescue Another Fritz, overused & injured from dressage & jumping joined BlixxHorses. Today 23 year old Lexxie who has never been ridden & 29 yo Fritz, now a Cushing's horse continue our work helping people understand the needs of domestic horses, encouraging good care & lifelong commitments. BlixxHorses is a leader in non riding programming. We have provided interactive, therapeutic non riding programming since 2007. We are an Educational & advocacy organization. FMI" www.blixxhorses.org and join us on FaceBook. Thank you
Gabriela Rodriguez 207.985.1994 landline/no texting

08/23/2026

If you want to ride be fair. Learn to ride like this without restraining and hurting your partner - no bits, no spurs, no crops.

Your weight on a horse's back - how much is too much ? It may look pretty at 1st glance but this horse is feeling her ex...
08/18/2026

Your weight on a horse's back - how much is too much ? It may look pretty at 1st glance but this horse is feeling her excess weight on his spine. Excess weigh also means poor balance from the fat. The rule of 20% plus the saddle is generous. Remember the spine is holding up the majority of the horse's weight and horses are stoic they generally won't complain - What can they do with a bit in their mouths and the heaviness of the rider on their backs. Be kind. Be thoughtful. If you are overweight, shed those excess pounds before you get on any horse. No matter how large the horse their spine is supporting their own weight. Can't shed those pounds no matter what you do ? Do the horse a favor and stay off. Find another activity or better yet hand walk the horse instead. The industry wants everyone to ride. The industry profits on the use of horses. But the truth is, riders should be slim and trim in addition to being skilled. If you are heavy you are hurting the horse especially if all you are doing is walking, because there is no momentum to help the horse. If you've ever had back pain, you should be able to relate.

Pure, unadulterated horse therapy is what we offer here. Our Fritzie blossomed again after Lexxie died, basking in the a...
08/05/2026

Pure, unadulterated horse therapy is what we offer here. Our Fritzie blossomed again after Lexxie died, basking in the affection he gets & gives back. But you have to put in the time in order to get it - and it works both ways. Of course there are the lessons - about behavior in general and specific to the horse, of safety, learning how to move quickly & where to go ! Horses don't lay down in your presence if they don't trust or feel safe. This didn't happen overnight but over time. A relationship that develops where both horse & person benefit and neither is harmed. Experiencing these powerful animals and appreciating their vulnerability is something never forgotten. Beautiful

07/09/2026

For those who've asked for ideas on what to do with your unridden horse, this is something that for me is worth all the ribbons & the rides- something I would take over the other. I only regret that because I rode my 1st horse more, I did this less. Sometimes we feel that unless we have the list, the goals, the plan and oh yes, we must train, train, train and of course there's the element of time constraints and the pressure we put on ourselves when there is so much more. This is what builds the relationship and keeps us from parting- it keeps us connected, pointed in the right direction, to do the right thing by them. I sat with them for over an hour this morning, lost in thought, listening to them inspire & exhale, watching Fritzie in REM - his legs running, but mostly I just sat and took it in. How often do we allow ourselves to just be ?

07/09/2026

What does a good man do, when his horse is spilling his much needed supplement (vitamins/minerals/protein in the form of grain pellets-with no grain)? He takes the time needed, to sit down and feed his horse by hand every day/twice a day, to make sure the beloved horse gets what he needs.

07/09/2026

Our Derby Hat WINNER, Suzanne Wedge from Scarborough ! Her big wish was to feed the horses which she did in the BlixxHorses 'safe' way, and loved it. As the winner she gets some prizes. Congratulations !

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Kennebunk, ME

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