17 year-old Philip loves hippotherapy (therapeutic horseback riding) at Milestones in Independence, KY. After 3 years of year-round riding, his balance, posture, leg strength and social skills have improved. He often talks about riding at home, but also interacts well with his trainer and other students while in the ring. Philip is attracted to all animals, but his connection with the horses is something special. When Philip was temporarily using a wheelchair after a surgery, his therapy horse, Wonder, wouldn't let anyone near him. He knew Philip was hurting and protected him. Unfortunately, Wonder has since passed away, which taught him a difficult but valuable life-lesson. In addition to physical stability and social skills, Philip has
