Thoroughbred
Date of Birth: 1995
Sex: Gelding
Breed: Thoroughbred
Color: Chestnut (copper red)
Markings: Star, stripe with an orange dot and snip on face, sock on right front leg
RAJA
Raja is trustworthy, reserved and confident. Raja means “prince of small kingdoms” and he’s just that. He was once a hunter/ jumper on the B show circuit who was known for “packing” (taking care of) his rider. Raja’s former owner intended to euthanize him for a moderate injury, but his trainer arranged for him to come to us with his friend Sparkles in 2006.
He quickly assumed the position of lead stallion of our herd, chosen by his peers for a balanced blend of strength and sensitivity. After our move to Paso Robles in 2021, he got hurt in the pasture and lost his role. We were never able to reintegrate him (the horses will run off those they perceive as weaker). So Raja managed by walking around our alleys to each pasture each day.
He started spending a lot of time with Huck and Junior a few months before Junior unexpectedly died, leaving Huck despondent. Raja immediately moved in with Huck and stayed by his side until Huck died in early 2025. What a prince!