In global visual culture, the horse is frequently a symbol of power, freedom, and nobility. However, in Spanish-language entertainment, the specific image of a woman alongside or riding a horse carries distinct connotations rooted in Ibero-American history—from the adelitas (soldaderas) of the Mexican Revolution to the mujeres de campo (rural women) of the Argentine pampas. Unlike the English-language "cowgirl" archetype, which often emphasizes rugged individualism, the Spanish-language portrayal tends to emphasize a dialectic between domesticación (domestication) and indomabilidad (untamability). This paper argues that the horse functions as a narrative tool to explore female autonomy within patriarchal structures.