Hytyme Legend & Oliver

The Kentucky Horse Park Mounted Police has a beloved and well-known presence at BreyerFest. From leading guests into the park first thing in the morning to patrolling the grounds making sure people are safe, we love the KHP Mounted Police and their 4-legged officers! Breyer has created models of two of their equine officers, Oliver and Legend, and guests can meet them and their friends at the KHP Mounted Police Barn all weekend long. 

Meet Legend! When your duties include patrolling over 1,200 acres of the horse capital of the world, of course you do it from horseback! The Kentucky Horse Park’s Mounted Police team does everything from security checks and greeting the public, to writing citations and directing traffic – all from the saddle. Naturally, the officers need safe, level-headed mounts that are also great with people.

Legend is the KHP’s newest and youngest equine officer. He joined the team in 2021 and is partnered with Officer Rakow. Mounted Unit Commander Captain Rakes shares that Legend is “calm, levelheaded and has a kind disposition which makes him a great ambassador to the Kentucky Horse Park.” Legend is a Drum Horse, with his lineage being a mix of Clydesdale, Shire, and Vanner horse. He gets his name from his medicine hat and shield markings, which according to Native American legend, offer protection – perfect for an equine officer! 

Hytyme Legend models will be available at BreyerFest for purchase!

Legend’s fellow officer Oliver, the 2019 Celebration Horse, is an athletic, trusting, and steadfast mount in all situations. Captain Lisa Rakes of the Kentucky Horse Park Mounted Police has found that and more in her equine partner. A 16-year-old Shire cross, Oliver’s flashy black and white coat and large stature ensure that the duo stands out wherever they go. Oliver joined the KHP Mounted Police unit at age 5, and his friendly and curious nature has served him well.

After going through training that included groundwork, schooling, and obstacle and sensory training, he joined Captain Rakes on duty. These partners lead parades, work prestigious events like the Kentucky Three Day Event and BreyerFest, and go on daily park patrols – Oliver’s favorite! Captain Rakes says it best when she talks about her equine partner: “He loves people, loves being the center of attention, and is a great ambassador to the Kentucky Horse Park.”