Temple Grandin Equine Center

10/12/2026

🐴 Hot off the press! 📰

New research from the Temple Grandin Equine Center explores how incorporating horses into occupational therapy influences physiological stress responses in autistic children.

In this randomized controlled trial of 72 children, occupational therapy incorporating horses led to greater reductions in salivary cortisol during therapy sessions compared with clinic-based occupational therapy. These findings offer important insights into HOW equine-assisted services support autistic children!

📄 Read the research paper: https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s10803-026-07540-9

📰 Read the news story: https://bioengineer.org/horse-powered-therapy-lowers-stress-hormones-in-autistic-children-landmark-trial-shows/

A randomized controlled trial found that occupational therapy incorporating horses produced significantly greater within-session cortisol reductions in autistic children than identical clinic-based

10/08/2026

🐴 Ponies on the Plaza is coming Oct. 8!

Bring the whole family to celebrate the incredible connection between humans and horses around the world. Meet community partners like the Temple Grandin Equine Center, discover how equine connections are making an impact right here in Denver and maybe even meet a pony ambassador! 🐎

Then, head inside the Sturm Infinity Theater for the premiere of Horse Power 3D, an epic and heartwarming journey across the globe celebrating the extraordinary abilities of horses and their inseparable bond with humanity.

Come for the ponies. Stay for the movie. 💙 https://bit.ly/3T5caMR

10/04/2026

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09/30/2026

Help us purchase new helmets!

The TGEC provides helmets for all participants and we like to stay current on the type/quality of the helmets. This year, we will be replacing all helmets in our facilities. Help us with this by donating to our Ramfunder:

Support the Temple Grandin Equine Center Safety Equipment campaign today!

09/30/2026

Temple Grandin often emphasizes the importance of giving autistic children opportunities to learn through real-world experiences, movement, and activities that connect with their strengths and interests. Hippotherapy is one example of a therapeutic approach where purposeful movement and sensory experiences can become part of a child’s individualized therapy journey. 🐴💙

Every child learns differently—and sometimes, meaningful experiences can open new ways to learn, connect, and grow.

09/28/2026

The TGEC in Fort Collins is hiring for a student hourly position.

CSU Students who are interested, please visit:

09/18/2026

09/15/2026

Spread the word about this opportunity for young adults with Down Syndrome to give their input about an equine-assisted learning program that will be available in the near future!

08/23/2026

08/13/2026

Our volunteers make everything possible!

We are proud to recognize our August Volunteers of the Month:
- At the TGEC in Fort Collins: Holly
- At the TGEC at CSU Spur: Lisa