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Meet our special family members. We love being able to share them with guests. They are sure to be the best part of your stay.


*The horses were adopted from rescues focusing on rehoming retired/injured sport horses. They do not hold monetary value.

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Meet the Animals at Nicura Ranch

Lady DeVille

Meet Lady, our bold and beautiful champion racehorse with a remarkable lineage as the great-great-granddaughter of the legendary Secretariat. Despite a career-ending injury on the track, Lady’s spirit remains unbroken. She captivates everyone with her strength, power, and stunning beauty, embodying the legacy of her illustrious ancestor. Lady now enjoys a peaceful life on our farm, where guests can appreciate her majestic presence and rich heritage.

Brown horse grazing in a grassy field with trees in the background

Bubba B

Bubba B is a favorite among all guests. More of a puppy than a horse, this sweet boy will follow you around and give plenty of kisses. Bubba B was born in 2018, with an impressive lineage, including Seattle Slew. He quickly began his training as a future racehorse. It was during training that an ankle defect was discovered, halting his racing career. After adopting him, in 2020, we quickly learned that he is a character, showing off his dancing skills in the pasture. Do not be surprised if you see Bubba B jumping around, he loves to put on a show.

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Vanilla Beans

Vanilla Beans (aka Beans) is a Palomino Quarter Horse, and retired rodeo star. An ex-roper and barrel racer, Beans now enjoys the quiet life on the ranch. His soft beauty matches his sweet personality. He is extremely polite, and a guest favorite for evening grooming.

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Cabernet

Cabernet (Cabbie) is a dark bay Thoroughbred. He raced under the name, Sir Clouseau, before being injured. After his injury, he went through a rehabilitation program with New Vocations. Because of his racing injury, it was determined that Cabbie would not be able to compete in sports. He is now officially retired and living his days with us. Cabbie has a sweet personality; always showing good manners and respect.

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Goats

Meet Ginger and Cinnamon, our hilarious divas who bring endless entertainment to the farm. If they were human, these two would be sipping Chardonnay and smoking cigarettes, embodying the spirits of Thelma and Louise. Always up to some kind of mischief, they thrive on the attention of our guests while enjoying their leisurely days. Come meet Ginger and Cinnamon, and experience the delightful antics of these charismatic troublemakers.

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Chickens

Who likes eggs? We have 31 hens. These lively girls are a lot of fun and always a hit with guests.

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Dogs

No home or farm is complete without a dog. We currently have 4 sweet pups. Meet Napa, Vino, Champagne (“Champ”), and Rue. Guests will often see the dogs running around the farm. Champ, our biggest and youngest dog, loves everyone he meets and will excitedly welcome you. Don’t be surprised if the little ones try and sit on your lap while you are relaxing outside.

Three dogs lounging on a couch, one black, one gray with tongue out, and one white, under warm lighting