Southern Names for Pet Horses
Beau
Good-looking and a bit reckless, Beau can always sweet talk his way out of trouble.
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Biscuit, 'Lil Bit, and Cody
They may be little, but their dreams are big.
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Elvis
Handsome and charming. No other explanation needed.
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Hank, Dolly, Cash, Waylon, and Loretta
We love our country singers so much we even name our horses after them.
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Houston
A natural and serene leader, this one stands apart while keeping watch over the others.
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Moonshine, Trigger, Nugget, Yella, and Banjo
Naming a beautiful, golden Palomino comes easily.
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Old Gus
Every farm has an Old Gus. He is the devoted family member who tenderly carries each young child as they learn to ride.
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Patches, Oreo, Bandit, and Calypso
American Paint Horses have captured our imagination ever since we saw Little Joe and his horse ride across the screen.
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Peaches, Belle
Sweet as the fruit she is named after, she can also be a bit of a drama queen.
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Rebel
Kicking the stall door when it’s feeding time? Running to the back of the pasture when the vet arrives? That is Rebel.
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Senator
A mature and wise horse, he is the perfect friend who will listen to your troubles.
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Sweet Nellie
This gentle mare is the mom of the herd.
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Tex, Major, Ranger, Desperado, and Marshall
You always dreamed of being a cowgirl, riding across the Wild West. Your adventurous horse makes it possible.
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Traveller
Aptly named, this athletic beauty runs everywhere—to the water trough, to the barn, to the hay bale, everywhere except the horse trailer.