Upcoming Events at Happy Dog Ranch

Apr
5

Empowered Grace: A Day of Renewal and Resilience

Step into strength, find your balance, and reconnect with your purpose.

Join Nancy and some of the intuitive horses at Happy Dog Ranch for an intimate day of self-discovery and transformation. In this sacred space, you'll experience the profound wisdom of horses as your guides while taking intentional steps toward healing, confidence, and renewed purpose.

Learn more here.

This One-day Retreat is Perfect for Women Who:

  • Are navigating life transitions or seeking clarity

  • Want to move beyond fear toward authentic confidence

  • Are continuing their recovery journey (we’re all recovering from something!)

  • Seek deeper connection with themselves and others

  • Are ready to embrace their inner power and wisdom

Your Day of Transformation Includes:

  • Guided mindfulness practices with the horses

  • Personal Equus Coaching® sessions

  • Reflective exercises for clarity and insight

  • Supportive group sharing circles

  • Practical tools for continuing your journey

  • Catered lunch, snacks & beverages

The Experience

In our intimate group of just 6 participants, you'll find:

  • A safe, judgment-free environment

  • Indoor facilities for year-round comfort

  • Ground-based activities (no riding experience needed)

  • Professional guidance and emotional support

  • Evidence-based therapeutic techniques

Investment: $395

Take this powerful step toward embracing your authentic self. Space is intentionally limited to 6 participants to ensure a deeply personal experience.

Please note that registration closes March 30. 

Learn more and register at www.womenempoweredrecovery.com

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Apr
7
to Apr 11
Neuro

The Uncivilized Men's Initiation: 5-day retreat

This five-day retreat is a transformative process for men using the wilderness, somatic group work, decades of therapeutic wisdom, exploration of your deep nature, breathwork, and the wisdom of horses. (April 9 is spent at Happy Dog Ranch Horse Sanctuary).

Click here for more information and registration.

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Apr
18
to Apr 20

Center for Horses & Healing: Call of Your Soul Workshop

The Call of Your Soul Workshop

Is your soul and spirit calling you to accept, transform and integrate your experiences to embrace the sacredness of your life? Join Sharon Bringleson and the Happy Dog Ranch herd of horses for this three-day retreat.

Fri., April 18 from 1:30-7:30 pm

Sat., April 19 from 9:30 am - 4:30 pm

Sun., April 20 from 9:30 am - 4:30 pm

Click here for flyer and details; For registration, call 970-631-2379 or visit www.centerforhorsesandhealing.com

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May
3
to May 4

Masterson Method® Weekend Course

The Masterson Method® Beyond Horse Massage Course taught by Kim Hollstein

In this hands-on weekend course, you will lear how to recognize what the horse is telling you through visual and palpable responses that enable you to get deeper releases of tension than the horse would otherwise be able to release on its own. This is a truly interactive process that results in a change in relationship and improvement in movement and performance.

Click here for more info and registration

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May
7
to May 10

Gestalt Equine Institute of the Rockies

This certification course is for practicing clinicians or professional coaches interested in learning Gestalt therapy and equine-assisted psychotherapy in the context of natural surroundings.

Click here for registration and additional information.

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May
18

A Grief Shared: Fostering Connection in Times of Loss and Uncertainty

A Grief Shared: Fostering Connection in Times of Loss and Uncertainty

If you are grieving a significant life-impacting loss: the death of loved one, loss of a job or relationship, loss of a beloved place, loss related to climate change, loss of a sense of safety etc., and are ready to step out of isolation and into connection, this day-long retreat is for you! Through participating in nature-based, equine and art making activities, we will honor the pain of our losses, attune to the power of the present moment, and find a way forward together.

Click here for more information. Email jenniferyarbro@protonmail.com to register.

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May
30
to Jun 1

Healing Touch for Animals Course - Level 2

Healing Touch for Animals® (HTA) Level 2 Course

This course is two-and-a-half-days and builds on the Level 1 basics. Study more advanced energy techniques and new concepts, including sound therapy. You will learn the skills of energetic detective work so you can help determine each animal’s specific therapeutic needs. Interested in being an HTA practitioner? You will learn how to choreograph an HTA session and how to build an HTA private practice.

Find more information and registration details here.

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Jun
4
to Jun 7

Equine Elevation: A Gateway to 5D Leadership

Equine Elevation is a transformative four-day leadership retreat where you’ll discover your ultimate freedom, creativity, and power. Dive deep into exploring who you could be when you step out of your own way. Over four powerful days, you’ll experience the profound wisdom of horses — natural healers and conduits to higher frequencies.

This is more than a retreat — it’s your gateway to elevated leadership and a reimagined relationship with life, work, and yourself.

Click here for registration and more information.

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Jun
16
to Jun 27

Mark Rashid 10-Day Intensive Workshop

Join us for riding, learning and lots of time with horses! Mark’s 10-day clinics are relaxed, fun and deep. Clinic size is limited to 12 riders to allow for lots of personal attention. You’ll have plenty of support from Mark, Crissi McDonald, Mark’s assistant instructors and our own Happy Dog Ranch trainer, Gray Kyle-Graves (Mark’s only senior student instructor).

You must be an Intermediate or Above level rider and able to walk, trot and canter comfortably. The clinics include Aibado techniques in the morning, and riding in the morning and the afternoon.

Clinics are held Monday-Friday with a break on the weekend. Each day runs from 9 am to about 4 pm including a lunch break from 12-1 pm, and the day finishes with a quick wrap-up discussion. (Participants only, no auditing).

Fee: $3800 (includes breakfast and lunch, and use of a horse or stabling for your horse. There are no meals offered over the weekend when the clinic is not in session.)

Deposit: $1000 non-refundable deposit to hold your spot, with balance due 120 days before event.*

See descriptions of Mark Rashid clinics.

Please email info@happydogranch.org for a registration form and payment instructions. Once registered, you’ll receive an email confirmation and welcome packet.

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Jul
11
to Jul 13

Your Horse's Brain: A User's Manual

Dr. Steve Peters and Mark Rashid will explore the way horses learn from a physiological perspective. This unique clinic features the most current scientific research about equine brains, as well as live demos with education from Jim Masterson.

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Jul
18
to Jul 20

Healing Touch for Animals Course - Advanced Proficiency 2

Healing Touch for Animals® (HTA) Advanced Proficiency 2

This course is three full days and includes techniques and protocols intended to accelerate the energy body’s wholeness. The techniques provide a deep-rooted energetic foundation to saturate the molecular gaps in the body, thus providing considerable strength and stability for healing, health and well-being.

Early bird pricing expired on June 26, 2025.

Find more information and registration details here.

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Aug
6
to Aug 9

Gestalt Equine Institute of the Rockies

This certification course is for practicing clinicians or professional coaches interested in learning Gestalt therapy and equine-assisted psychotherapy in the context of natural surroundings.

Click here for registration and additional information.

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Aug
11
to Aug 22
Mark Rashid

Mark Rashid 10-Day Intensive Workshop

Join us for riding, learning and lots of time with horses! Mark’s 10-day clinics are relaxed, fun and deep. Clinic size is limited to 12 riders to allow for lots of personal attention. You’ll have plenty of support from Mark, Crissi McDonald, Mark’s assistant instructors and our own Happy Dog Ranch trainer, Gray Kyle-Graves (Mark’s only senior student instructor).

You must be an Intermediate or Above level rider and able to walk, trot and canter comfortably. The clinics include Aibado techniques in the morning, and riding in the morning and the afternoon.

Clinics are held Monday-Friday with a break on the weekend. Each day runs from 9 am to about 4 pm including a lunch break from 12-1 pm, and the day finishes with a quick wrap-up discussion. (Participants only, no auditing).

Fee: $3800 (includes breakfast and lunch, and use of a horse or stabling for your horse. There are no meals offered over the weekend when the clinic is not in session.)

Deposit: $1000 non-refundable deposit to hold your spot, with balance due 120 days before event.*

Flyer and details on all Mark Rashid clinics.

Please email info@happydogranch.org for a registration form and payment instructions. Once registered, you’ll receive an email confirmation and welcome packet.

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Aug
22
to Aug 24

Healing Touch for Animals Course - Level 3

Healing Touch for Animals® (HTA) Level 3 Course

This Healing Touch for Animals® (HTA) Level 3 is an entire three-day in-person course designed to raise your energetic frequency through new techniques and aromatherapy (essential oils).

You will work with the life force of the energy body to increase healing capabilities and bring the body to optimal frequency to bring harmony and balance. You will explore the frequency of each chakra and how to create a better balance within the body. You will learn five different ways to apply HTA techniques through distance work. We will dive into aromatherapy using essential oils and how to apply them to animals and people.

Find more information and registration details here.

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Aug
27
to Aug 30

Jillian Kreinbring Course 3: Relaxation — The Stepping Stone to Building Postural Strength & Health

This is an amazing opportunity to work with renowned instructor Jillian Krienbring. The 4-day course in Relaxation helps build tools to foster a healthy dynamic posture and thoracic sling. Learn more about fitting the cavesson & in-hand work.

About Jillian:

With a vision to train and ride horses in accordance with sound functional anatomy and posture principles, Jillian’s goal is to balance the natural and anatomic forces within and between the horse and human for healthy movement and vital longevity.

Each horse is an individual with specific needs. Jillian’s approach is to support horses in achieving their highest and best. She does this by applying classical principles combined with current knowledge of equine functional anatomy, posture, and psychology.

Limited to 6 riders and 20 non-riding participants and it fills up fast – please register early to reserve your spot!

Click here for information, course format and registration.

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Sep
15
to Sep 26
Mark Rashid

Mark Rashid 10-Day Intensive Workshop

Join us for riding, learning and lots of time with horses! Mark’s 10-day clinics are relaxed, fun and deep. Clinic size is limited to 12 riders to allow for lots of personal attention. You’ll have plenty of support from Mark, Crissi McDonald, Mark’s assistant instructors and our own Happy Dog Ranch trainer, Gray Kyle-Graves (Mark’s only senior student instructor).

You must be an Intermediate or Above level rider and able to walk, trot and canter comfortably. The clinics include Aibado techniques in the morning, and riding in the morning and the afternoon.

Clinics are held Monday-Friday with a break on the weekend. Each day runs from 9 am to about 4 pm including a lunch break from 12-1 pm, and the day finishes with a quick wrap-up discussion. (Participants only, no auditing).

Fee: $3800 (includes breakfast and lunch, and use of a horse or stabling for your horse. There are no meals offered over the weekend when the clinic is not in session.)

Deposit: $1000 non-refundable deposit to hold your spot, with balance due 120 days before event.*

Flyer and details on all Mark Rashid clinics.

Please email info@happydogranch.org for a registration form and payment instructions. Once registered, you’ll receive an email confirmation and welcome packet.

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Oct
23
to Oct 26

Unbound: an Uncivilized women’s 4-day retreat

A 4-day retreat for women to embark on a journey of deep self-discovery and growth, guided by the wisdom of the wilderness, the gentle presence of horses, somatic group work, breathwork, and years of therapeutic insight. (Part of the retreat is spent at Happy Dog Ranch Horse Sanctuary).

Click here for more information and registration.

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Nov
5
to Nov 8

Gestalt Equine Institute of the Rockies

This certification course is for practicing clinicians or professional coaches interested in learning Gestalt therapy and equine-assisted psychotherapy in the context of natural surroundings.

Click here for registration and additional information.

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Mar
28
to Mar 30

Healing Touch for Animals Course - Level 1

Healing Touch for Animals® (HTA) Level 1 Course

This course is for anyone interested in improving the lives of their animals through energy therapy. During the two-and-a-half-day course, you will be introduced to concepts of healing energy, and you will then apply that knowledge as you work with dogs and horses. You will also learn how these techniques can be used on all animals.

Find more information and registration details here.

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Mar
7
to Mar 9

Healing Touch for Animals - Advanced Proficiency

Healing Touch for Animals® (HTA) Advanced Proficiency Course

The Advanced Proficiency Courseis an entire 3-day course that builds upon prior HTA knowledge and introduces energy medicine protocols that work in cooperation with veterinarians and their diagnoses. Advanced Hara work and techniques supporting severe trauma and structural stability is demonstrated and experienced. Practitioners can use Advanced HTA techniques to enrich their healing applications for their clients and themselves.

Early-bird price deadline expires on February 11, 2025.

Find more information and registration details here.

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Feb
23

Live by Living Volunteer Facilitator Training

Live by Living Volunteer Training | Deepening our Connection with Nature as Medicine

For information on Live by Living, click here. Contact Katie for information about volunteering.

Join Lina Yarbro, practitioner with Rewild Therapy and Wellness for an experiential workshop focusing on connecting with nature more deeply.

1. Explore the healing benefits of our nature-based interconnectedness

2. Experience a remembrance of these connections

3. Learn to facilitate these experiences for Live by Living hikes/walk participants

Space is limited. This free volunteer training will be held at the indoor arena. If weather permits we will move some activities outdoors. Please dress comfortably and bring appropriate layers for outdoor activities.

*Lina Yarbro is a practitioner at Rewild Therapy & Wellness who volunteers for Live by Living as a guide for equine and nature-based connections. She partners with horses and the natural world to help people restore wellbeing, increase confidence, and feel more at ease in their bodies. Lina specializes in nature connection, equine-supported relational work, navigating transitions, and building resilience. 

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Feb
22

Healing with Horses: Unlocking Your Inner Strength

Are you a woman in or seeking recovery?

This might look like grief, trauma, chronic illness, just to name a few, and may lead to less than desirable coping skills like over-drinking, gambling, disordered eating, etc.

If this sounds familiar, this workshop offered by Women Empowered Recovery is for you.

Learn more and register at www.womenempoweredrecovery.com

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Feb
15

The Aspen Effect: Mentor Training

The Aspen Effect is connects young people with adult mentors, animal and the land.

This nonprofit organization is looking for adult mentors to spend some one-one-one time with youth at Happy Dog Ranch for a few hours a month during the school year (either Saturdays, or early morning or after school on a weekday).

You may be mucking horse paddocks, caring for goats or mini horses, or doing ranch projects. Most importantly, you will build a critical relationship with a young person who needs you. No horse experience required! Check out these Mentor FAQs.

Learn more at www.theaspeneffect.org.

To register for mentorship training, sign up here.

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Nov
6
to Nov 9

Gestalt Equine Institute of the Rockies

This certification course is for practicing clinicians or professional coaches interested in learning Gestalt therapy and equine-assisted psychotherapy in the context of natural surroundings.

Click here for registration and additional information.

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Nov
2
to Nov 3

Masterson Method® Weekend Course

The Masterson Method® Beyond Horse Massage Course taught by Kim Hollstein

In this hands-on weekend course, you will lear how to recognize what the horse is telling you through visual and palpable responses that enable you to get deeper releases of tension than the horse would otherwise be able to release on its own. This is a truly interactive process that results in a change in relationship and improvement in movement and performance.

Click here for more info and registration

View Event →
Oct
18
to Oct 20

Healing Touch for Animals - Level 1 Course

Healing Touch for Animals® (HTA) Level 1 Course

This course is for anyone interested in improving the lives of their animals through energy therapy. During the two-and-a-half-day course, you will be introduced to concepts of healing energy, and you will then apply that knowledge as you work with dogs and horses. You will also learn how these techniques can be used on all animals.

Find more information and registration details here.

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Sep
16
to Sep 27

Mark Rashid 10-Day Intensive Clinic

Join us for riding, learning and lots of time with horses! Mark’s 10-day clinics are relaxed, fun and deep. Clinic size is limited to 12 riders to allow for lots of personal attention. You’ll have plenty of support from Mark, Crissi McDonald, Mark’s assistant instructors and our own Happy Dog Ranch trainer, Gray Kyle-Graves (Mark’s only senior student instructor).

You must be an Intermediate or Above level rider and able to walk, trot and canter comfortably. The clinics include Aibado techniques in the morning, and riding in the morning and the afternoon.

Clinics are held Monday-Friday with a break on the weekend. Each day runs from 9 am to about 4 pm including a lunch break from 12-1 pm, and the day finishes with a quick wrap-up discussion. (Participants only, no auditing).

Fee: $3800 (includes breakfast and lunch, and use of a horse or stabling for your horse. There are no meals offered over the weekend when the clinic is not in session.)

Deposit: $1000 non-refundable deposit to hold your spot, with balance due 120 days before event.*

Click here for registration.

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Sep
7

Deaf & Autism Family Day

HDR is proud to host the annual Deaf & Autism Family Day on Sept. 7 from 10 am - 1 pm. (Advance registration required).

Sponsored by the Colorado chapter of Hands & Voices, this special day at the ranch is for children who have a dual diagnosis of deaf/hard-of-hearing and an autism spectrum disorder. Families who navigate hearing differences and neurodivergence have unique needs and are often under-resourced. 

This annual event always offers a lot of fun with the animals and provides much-needed networking and education for parents.

Click here for flyer with more details.

Visit www.co-hv.org to register. 

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