Dice, a 12-year-old pinto gelding, returned to Gentle Spirit Horses this week. He first came to us as part of the 2024 Dakota Showdown Foundation Division, where he showed a ton of promise and a big heart. He’s strong, healthy, and has a solid start, but like many young horses, he still needs time and consistency to build confidence.
His adopter made the difficult but responsible choice to bring him back when life got too busy. That’s exactly what our adoption safety net is for — no shame, no judgment, just doing right by the horse.
Dice can be a little anxious and sometimes hard to catch, but once he connects with you, he’s willing and tries hard. He’s accepted a rider but is best described as “just backed.” With some patient groundwork and a bond built on trust, he’s going to make someone a really special partner.