Our Family

Horses

These are the horses of High Praise Ranch. Their gentle ways and soft spirits will warm your heart and bring a smile to your face. After only a short time you too will discover just why we call them family.

Blueberry

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Donated by: Stacey Gunderson, DVM, Western Trails Veterinary Hospital, Edgewood, New Mexico


Cruiser

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Donated by: Norma Cecil of Raton


Poncho

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Donated by: Mary Lou Weatherspoon of Raton


Paloma

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Donated by: Debbie Harris of Raton


Leo

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Donated by: Sherrie Molera of McIntosh, New Mexico


Hooter

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Donated by: Slim Price of Des Moines, New Mexico


Buck

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Donated by: Dick McFall of Springer, New Mexico


Zippy

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Donated by: Mike and Kim Carter of Davidson, Oklahoma


Little Man

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Donated by: Mike and Kim Carter of Davidson, Oklahoma


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Dogs

Dogs and horses just go together. If there are horses, you’ll likely find a dog tagging along on the trail. Our dogs are people friendly and they take their work seriously but still know how to enjoy our guests.

Annie Kneip

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Moses Volpato

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Punchie Kneip

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Staff

Our people make all the difference. We live and love to serve and it shows in every program High Praise Ranch provides. These are the smiling faces you’ll meet when you arrive in your adventure.

James & Patty Kneip

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James Kneip

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Patty Kneip

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Marietta Shell

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Gail Shell

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Kelly Graham

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Adrianne Graham

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Theresa Marquez & Ruth Riley

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Ruth & Adakin

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Kim & Mike Carter

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Mary Lou Witherspoon & Little Man

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Wildlife Residents

These beautiful creatures are frequent visitors here at High Praise Ranch. Perhaps you’ll see these special guests on your visit!

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