Welcome to Z Ranch, home to Don Beard Paints and Hot House Kennel. Z Ranch is owned by Don and Vivian Beard and located in Cheyenne, Wyoming. Don and I have many years experience in the equine industry and have recently begun a challenging new endeavor with the Mini Aussies.


We have been involved with, trained, shown and bred some very nice horses. We are currently offering our services for Open Horses, Amateur and Youth Exhibitors. We specialize in Halter and the All-Around horse/rider. Don and I have accumulated over 20 World, Res. World, National, Res. National Champion titles with horses and/or riders that we've trained. Check out the SHOW HORSE page for our past and future Champions.

Don and I are both members of the APHA Professional Horsemen's program and APHA Directors representing the state of Wyoming. Don is also a carded judge with 6 associations. Over the years we have developed many contacts thru out the industry. If you need help finding a new horse, selling a horse, need training or lessons, please contact us and we may be able to assist you.

We're very excited about all we have to offer and we invite you to tour our entire website, contact us and stop on in for a visit to meet the entire crew.

Don and Vivian