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I’ve had a lifelong fascination with bright chestnut horses, probably dating back to watching Secretariat win the Triple Crown — especially that unforgettable Belmont run. That moment inspired me to beg my parents for riding lessons at age eight. Over the next five decades, I rode, owned, or leased many horses of all colors.
Robin Blakeman
After stepping away from the horse world for twenty years, I reconnected with an old horse friend who introduced me to Heart of Phoenix Equine Rescue. After several years of lessons and coaching, I felt ready to find a horse of my own again.
Robin Blakeman
In 2024, while following the Heart of Phoenix Appalachian Trainer Face Off, I saw him — a tall, bright chestnut gelding with a wide white blaze. He was described as an Anglo-Arabian with riding experience who just needed a tune-up. I updated my adoption application immediately and was approved to meet him.
Robin Blakeman
By early July, I had adopted Dyno, also known as Puff the Magic Dragon. From the first ride, he felt like a horse I could truly trust. Working with him on the ground has been just as rewarding. We’ve had challenges, as all new partnerships do, but Dyno has completely captured my heart. I’m hopeful we’ll have many wonderful years together.
Story submitted by Robin Blakeman
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