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The Wellness Ranch Team
Kathy Wendt
Founder & Equine Specialist
Kathy was 5 years old when she got on a horse for the first time. From that point on she knew her passion and love for horses would continue to grow with her forever.
This flourished into riding lessons, competing and owning horses. She had her first child who passed away when he was only 3 days old. This ignited her keen desire to work with and make an impact on special needs children. She volunteered at therapeutic riding facilities for 10 years, and then received her PATH certifications in Certified Therapeutic Riding Instructor and Equine Specialist in Mental Health and Learning.
She continued to gain experience in these fields for five years, working towards her lifelong dream to have a non-profit of her own. Together with her husband Jay, they made this dream come true. She has helped countless children and adults through the power and assistance of horses.
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Bear
Wellness Ranch Greeter
and Fan Club Leader
Bear is a Great Pyrenees’s puppy and the newest member of the Wellness Ranch Team. He joined us in early February 2026. Bear is so smart and has learned his role on the team very quickly. He is here to cheer you on and for as many belly rubs he can get!
Risky
OG Therapy Horse
Risky is 21 years old and 16H tall. He came off a ranch in Round Mountain. When the new owner received him he competed in all around events in Paint and Pinto shows. He also competed in competitive trail rides and has multiple medals and circuit championships.
Bandit
Therapy Horse Extraordinaire
Bandit is a 25 year old Sorrel Paint Horse Gelding. Bandit spent his earlier years as a Champion Trail Horse and was in the top 20 nationally with multiple circuit championships. He currently compete is competitive trail rides.
