The Story

I would never have imagined that one day I would import a Mustang to Germany. But when my family and I relocated from Arizona, our animals were, of course, part of the move, and my Mustang made the journey with us. Careful planning and the right expert support made this a stress free experience for my horse and me!

Today, Portugal has become our chosen home. Soon, three more Mustangs from North America will join us here. Our goal is to give these horses a life, living together as a herd with plenty of space and an environment where they can truly thrive.

Our Rancho Terra Bravo stands for nature, freedom, and tranquility. We are not about mustang hype or horse trading. We are about true horsemanship, individualized coaching, and guiding both horse and human with respect, understanding, and compassion.

The additional Mustangs were intentionally selected for the my coaching work, especially with U.S. military service members who come to us to find peace, process their experiences, and recover. These Mustangs possess unique qualities that make them exceptional partners in this work.

I am also happy to help others who dream of owning a true American Mustang, approaching this journey with a realistic understanding of what it truly involves.

I make a very clear distinction. Most Mustangs arriving in Europe today through the Mustang Makeover industry have often experienced difficult beginnings. Many have suffered trauma and are sold primarily because of their appearance. The romantic image of the "wild Mustang" often has not much to do with their reality.

Many of these horses spent very little time living in the wild, or they were born in holding facilities. They have experienced repeated trainer or ownership changes, difficult handling, or have even been rescued from a kill pen. I want to emphasize this because these are not Mustangs- if you want to buy a traumatized pretty horse you have plenty to choose from here in Europe.

Over the past few years, the Mustang has become something of a trend. People often spend significant amounts of money importing a horse that, and again - from a horsemanship perspective, could have been found here in Europe. Emotion, marketing, and horse trading have become a profitable business.

Of course, I cannot simply say, "Leave the Mustangs in America," while I am bringing horses to Portugal myself. The difference is that I come from the United States and have worked with the Mustangs there for many years. I understand the background of these horses, and I make this decision with knowledge, experience, and a deep sense of responsibility. I know what lies ahead for these horses if you don't!  

You need to know that you can buy a real Mustang without the Makeover drama! If you choose this path thoughtfully, I can support you with honesty, transparency, and the knowledge I have gained through many years of working with wild horses.

It has always been about the horse-and-human partnership for me, never about the hype. 

Wild horsemanship is not exclusive to Mustangs. It is a philosophy I believe can benefit every horse. I warmly invite you to visit Rancho Terra Bravo and experience the power of wild horsemanship for your horse and yourself.

Hoofs & Heartbeats,

Karin & Landers