Clay

Clydesdale gelding born 2005; half-brother to Jerry.   One of Clay's unique physical characteristics is his blue eyes, which are rare in Clydesdales.

Clay is a little shy and picks his people.  Gaining his trust is a heartwarming experience as the partnership provides equal rewards to us and him.  As a carriage horse, Clay has become one of our most trusted, reliable, honest horses we could ask for.  He now trains our new drivers, being reliably safe yet honest in how he reacts to our requests... making us all be better drivers!  Clay's nickname is "Carl", coming from a clinician who we worked with years ago that couldn't remember Clay's name.  Carl just kinda stuck.  LOL.

The Clydesdale horse is listed on the Rare Breeds Survival Trust list as a species vulnerable to extinction.  In 2010 the worldwide population was estimated to be 5,000.

Delilah

This beautiful lady was born in 2000, and joined us in 2016.  Delilah is a Suffolk Punch, crossed with a Belgian.  She is mommy to our beloved Sampson, and every gelding on the property thinks she's pretty fantastic.  Delilah is strong and determined, with a kind eye and softness to her that is incredibly inspiring.

She retired from carriage work in 2020 and is now enjoying her Tally-Ho pension plan, living on 150 acres in Chetwynd, BC.  When she was working, her 'happy pace' was rather on the speedy side and her drivers were always asking her to slow it down a little (we politely called it "excess enthusiasm).  She earned a Gold Star for being he fastest horse ever on Victoria's streets!

The Suffolk Punch is considered to be one of the rarest breeds in the United Kingdom, and the breed is listed as being in critical danger of extinction on the Rare Breeds Survival Trust list.

Frankie

Clydesdale gelding born 2007.  Frankie and his son, Ace, joined us at Hidden Acres Farm in 2024, coming from Alberta where they had primarily been pets.  Frankie started his new career as a carriage horse with grace and ease - he pretty much just went to Victoria and got to work!  He works only part time as he has a progressive equine neurological disorder, Shivers, that can cause abnormal hind leg movement patterns.  Luckily, Frankie has very minor signs of shivers at this stage, but his specialized diet and the stability that working in shafts provides, will help keep him happy and healthy over the long term.

Jerry

Clydesdale gelding born 2005; half-brother to Clay.  Jerry joined our herd in 2013.  Jerry has earned his Level 4 (Expert) in Tally-Ho's horse development program, meaning he is consistently calm, reliable, and accepting of new experiences; and demonstrates high degrees of trust, respect and confidence.  As a Level 4 horse, Jerry helps us train new drivers and often represents Tally-Ho in parades and movies.  Jerry may be one of the slowest horses we've ever had, generally walking about 1/2-speed.  However we notice how much his pace picks up with his favorite drivers or in new areas... meaning he's got us fooled!

In many of our Facebook photos you can see Jerry happily snoozing (and snoring) in the middle of his hay pile, while his friends eat around him.  Kennadie, the youngest of the Friedlander family, often rides Jerry and has done an excellent job teaching him where his feet are (he just doesn't seem to know most of the time); and they are continuing to work on transitions between walk and trot (for Jerry, this requires a little 'leap' into the air - LOL).

The Clydesdale horse is listed on the Rare Breeds Survival Trust list as a species vulnerable to extinction.  In 2010 the worldwide population was estimated to be 5,000.

Jinx

Percheron gelding born 2005.  Jinx was welcomed home to the Tally-Ho herd in December 2017, coming to us from Alberta where he was mainly used as part of a team to feed and do farm chores.   Jinx moved quickly through the stages of our horse development program and began work in Victoria's beautiful inner harbor in June 2018.

He captured our hearts quickly with his kindness, and we find ourselves reciprocating that ten-fold.  As a shy boy by nature, his biggest hurdle has been getting used to all the affection from our team and his 'fans' who stop by to visit.  We're pleased to announce that Jinx has now developed his patience for the paparazzi (as much as he ever will)!   At home Jinx has become best-buds with Tucker, and we don't dare move one without the other to a new paddock.

Johnny

Clydesdale gelding born 2018.  At only 6 years old, Johnny is the newest and youngest boy in our herd.  He's got a great brain and we know that with additional training and patience he will make a wonderful carriage horse one day.  So far Johnny has shown us how much he *loves* affection - a key ingredient for a carriage horse who must love to be doted on by all his fans!  Johnny has a solid foundation in driving, and is further developing his ground work and learning to relax while under harness.

The Clydesdale horse is listed on the Rare Breeds Survival Trust list as a species vulnerable to extinction. In 2010 the worldwide population was estimated to be 5,000.

Louie

"Aird Louis" (Louie) is a registered Clydesdale gelding, born on May 12, 2016, in Great Britain.  He was imported to the United States to become part of a 10-horse show hitch; his previous owners were unable to fulfill this dream due to health reasons.  Louie visited New Mexico, Montana and Washington states before finding his new home with us in mid-2023.  We have thoroughly enjoyed welcoming him to the family, and are all too happy to receive his daily doses of love!  Louie is a stunning example of the Clydesdale breed, with unique and beautiful coloring.  He quickly worked his way through our development program with enthusiasm and eagerness - showing us how brave, confident and willing he is.  Louie made his carriage horse debut in Victoria in Spring 2024!

Maggie

Shire mare, born 2011.  We first met Maggie at our local agricultural fair in 2014, where she formed part of a 4-up hitch. When her owner decided to retire in 2021, we were happily humbled to be entrusted with their long-term care!  Maggie is an extremely sweet-natured girl, with long, luscious forlock, mane and tail! She is often the first at the fence line to say good morning or enjoy a loving pat.  She loves her job in Victoria and is challenging Delilah for the 'speediest' horse title!

Maggie is a registered bay Shire mare from Alberta.  Lariviere Johnny's Girl Maggie was raised here in BC by Keith Taylor (Taylor Farms).

The Shire horse is listed on the Rare Breeds Survival Trust list as a species vulnerable to extinction.  In 2016 there were fewer than 1,500 registered worldwide.

Maisie

Clydesdale mare born 2014.  We first met Maisie at our local Saanich Fair, where she and her human, Keri, were wowing the crowds in the draft horse show.  Maisie comes from a sought-after line of Clydesdales, and is a rare blue-roan color (not often found in the Clydesdale breed).  This coloring means she has equal parts white and black hair on her body, and can change from light to dark coloring through the different seasons.

We were excited to welcome Maisie to the Tally-Ho team in June 2022, when Keri entrusted us with her care and further development.  As an added bonus, we also welcomed Keri to the team, who has been by Maisie's side every step of the way :0)  When Maisie came to Tally-Ho, she wasn't exactly the friendliest horse to her new herd-mates (read: do NOT come near me, or you WILL be sorry!).  It took about six months for her to learn how to be social and start to allow friendships to develop; and now she's assimilated into the herd and enjoying social hour.  At work, Maisie is a joy to drive!  Her foundational training with Keri taught her to be responsive and honest; and now her time with Tally-Ho is allowing her to develop her skills and confidence with new situations.  We thank Keri for allowing us to be part of Maisie's journey!

Max

Clydesdale gelding born 2016.  Max joined the Tally-Ho herd in 2023, although we wouldn't meet him until the Spring of 2024 (he spent the first 9 months with our trainer, Ed, in Chetwynd, BC).  Max has won our hearts quickly, with his kind eyes and try-so-hard attitude!  He is working through our horse development program where his biggest challenge is to learn to relax. Max has begun working in Victoria part time, interspersed with additional training in our quiet farming community of Saanichton where he's learning that, as a carriage horse, he gets to take life at an easy-going pace.  We are excited to watch Max develop his skills and become confident and brave in his everyday world!

The Clydesdale horse is listed on the Rare Breeds Survival Trust list as a species vulnerable to extinction. In 2010 the worldwide population was estimated to be 5,000.

Ozzie

Clydesdale gelding born 2011.

Ozzie joined the Tally-Ho team in June, 2022, after spending a few years with our trainer, Ed, in Chetwynd, BC.  In actual fact, he was a horse Ed bought for himself and it took us a few years to convince Ed to sell him to us (where Ed can visit as often as he likes!).  One of Ozzie's most endearing traits is his massive moustache!  It's impressive to watch him use it to scoop any bits of remaining grain into a nice little pile, making it much easier to eat.  LOL.

Ozzie is an incredibly kind, loving horse, who is friends with all his herd-mates and is always eager for his humans to shower him with love and affection.  He really needed no additional training when he came to us, and completed his first season as a carriage horse with ease, comfort and enjoyment.  So much so that he has now been in a couple of movie shoots and is a fan-favorite for weddings.  At home, he and Red have become besties and it's a rare moment when the two of them aren't playing in their paddock together.

During the 1960s and early 1970s, breed numbers dwindled and in 1975, the Clydesdale was categorized by the Rare Breed Survival Trust as "vulnerable” to extinction. Over the years and with the increase in breed numbers, it is now categorized as “at risk”.  In 2010 the worldwide population was estimated to be 5,000.

Red

Belgian-Percheron gelding born 2012.  Red and his brother Rusty came to Tally-Ho in 2022 from Southern Alberta where they did chores on a large ranch.  These beautiful horses have a rare coloring called 'red roan', where they have an even number of white hairs and 'red' hairs on the body, while the head, lower legs, mane and tail are a solid reddish color.  The body of horses with roan coloring will change color throughout the year, ranging from a light red/white in the spring/summer to a dark red in the fall/winter.

Red began his training at Tally-Ho in the Spring of 2023, where he joined Remi and Sampson as a 3-abreast team training to pull the Victoria Fire Department's 1899 steam pumper in the Victoria Day parade (May 22, 2023).  This fully functional, historical steam pump weighs 10,000 lbs, and the horses must be in top condition to safely pull it the parade route.  Red has been an absolute rock star!  As soon as he is harnessed, his attitude turns to 'work mode' and he does his job exceedingly well.

At rest on the farm, Red is master of his paddock with his fellow horses, yet a bit of a shy boy with new people.   But, once he trusts his people, his kind eyes and affectionate personality shine through, making him easy to handle and a joy to be around.

Remi

Belgian gelding born 2017.  Remi joined the Tally-Ho herd in Spring 2022, travelling all the way from Ontario.  He's been an absolute delight to watch settle in, make new friends, and get into mischief!  In his first season he showed a true love for the work of a carriage horse: the workload is very light for his massive size, so that was easy; but where we see him really shine is with all the love and attention he receives every day from not only his staff, but his new-found, adoring public!  As with every new horse we work with, Remi is matched with only one partner/driver to ensure he was given consistency and security each day - a  combination that best sets him up for a happy and successful career. Remi quickly won the heart of the youngest member of the Friedlander family, Kennadie, who has become his driver, teacher and partner.  Most importantly, Kennadie knows all the words to The Beatles "Yellow Submarine" which is Remi's favorite song and helps him keep calm when facing new challenges!

Rusty

Belgian-Percheron gelding born 2013.  Rusty and his brother, Red, came to Tally-Ho in 2022 from Southern Alberta where they did chores on a large ranch.  These beautiful horses have a rare coloring called 'red roan', where they have an even number of white hairs and 'red' hairs on the body, while the head, lower legs, mane and tail are a solid reddish color.  The body of horses with roan coloring will change color throughout the year, ranging from a light red/white in the spring/summer to a dark red in the fall/winter.

Rusty came to us with mild lameness in one of his feet, and has been under the care of our veterinarian and farriers who have designed a corrective shoeing program for him.  His biomechanical issue is now resolved and he is ready to start his training program in 2024.  This will begin with basic groundwork and confidence building through games and positive new experiences; and when he's ready, will move into learning how to work as a single carriage horse.

On the farm, Rusty has become buddies with our little Welsh pony, Jazz, who thinks he's pretty great!

Sammy

Belgian gelding born 2004; son of Delilah.  Sampson ("Sammy") joined Tally-Ho in 2016 and is now one of our most trusted carriage horses.  He's earned the nickname of “Baby Boy” as his eyes often read that he's looking for reassurance in the world (he has a "Mommy!" look all the time, which is really adorable).   For the first two years with us, Sampson's primary driver, Christine, developed a close, trust based relationship with him that exemplified what a great horse-human partnership should look like.  That work laid the foundation for the Sampson we know and love today, who, despite his worried look, has become a very brave and honest horse.  Sampson now helps train new carriage drivers, making sure they understand how things are done around here.  :0)

Spot

Clydesdale gelding born 2007.  Spot came to Tally-Ho in 2015 and has become one of our most reliable horses.  He has very kind eyes and the sweetest demeanor; and is always seeking love and attention from his humans (which we're all-too-happy to provide!).  He was a show-winning halter horse as a baby, and continues to turn heads when he's decked out in his ribbons and harness.  Spot has earned his Level 4 (Expert) in our horse development program and is often chosen to star in special events (weddings, movies, etc.) as he loves new experiences and settles in quickly to any new surroundings.  Fans in Victoria watch Spot pull our beautiful, hand-crafted sleigh each year in the Victoria Christmas parade.

The Clydesdale horse is listed on the Rare Breeds Survival Trust list as a species vulnerable to extinction.  In 2010 the worldwide population was estimated to be 5,000.

Trace

Shire gelding, born 2006.  In Spring 2019 we welcomed Trace to Tally-Ho, although we hadn't met him yet!  For the first six months, Trace lived with our trainer, Ed, in Chetwynd, BC.  He came to Victoria in the Fall of 2019.  We were astounded by his size upon meeting him!  He's a big boy, standing a whopping 19'2", yet has the gentlest personality, is lovely to work with and is enjoying all the fussing we do over him.  Trace was ready to become a carriage horse by the Spring of 2020, however this is when COVID-19 shuddered our business.  With our finances and resources strained to the max, Trace went back to live with Ed.  Finally, in 2022, Trace made his debut in Victoria where he easily took to his new career.  He was teamed with only one partner/driver to start, to ensure we provided him consistency and security each day.  As his confidence grew, Trace became a relaxed carriage horse.  In 2024 Trace retired back to Ed's, where he enjoys 150 acres of land to roam.

Shire horse numbers fell from well over a million to just a few thousand by the 1960s and the breed was in serious trouble. A small group of dedicated breeders came to the rescue though and the Shire is seeing a resurgence in popularity both as a working animal and a riding horse.  Despite this, the breed still remains at a "critical" status on the Livestock Conservancy list.

Tucker

Percheron-Belgian cross, born 2005.  Tucker and his logging partner, Timber, came to Tally-Ho in 2019 and quickly won our hearts.   Tucker is friendly and eager to please.  He's took quickly to working on his own (as a single carriage horse without Timber) and has proven himself to be steady and thoughtful.  While he looks at all the new things in his world, he takes them in with curiosity and shows trust in his driver when asked to simply 'walk on by'.  Tucker has a rare coat color called 'blue-roan', which means his coat will change color throughout the seasons, from black (winter) to light grey (summer), while his mane and tail remain a beautiful, flowing black.

Tucker retired from carriage work in 2023, and remains with us on Hidden Acres Farm, where he enjoys his "pension plan" life of leisure and time with his friends (both human and equine).