Braeburn lives in Appaloosa. A lone Earth Pony, related to Applejack and the Apples.
He is apparently burning for the clan and the Rodeo circuit. Who could blame him, as he is living in the heart of Rodeo.
Being an Apple gives a direct connection to the clan and everything they are standing for. Yet, living alone is hard, even in a small community like Appaloosa.
The choice opted for is an adoption, of the little filly.