It is hard to fathom a business model that intentionally pasture breeds horses and then, with the same intention, takes them to an auction that sells the pregnant horses by the pound, destined for Mexican or Canadian slaughter plants. These poor mares are most often feral, abused, frightened, and predestined for a brutal and inhumane end. The little Quarter Horse … Read More
Pre-order Emma’s Chance…
We are excited to announce that pre-orders are available for Emma’s Chance! Please help show your love of horses, support for rescued animals, and humanitarian mindset by sharing this post AND pre-ordering your copy of Emma’s Chance online at Walmart! By pre-ordering the movie at Walmart, which will be available worldwide in nearly 20 languages on July 5th, you will … Read More
April 2016 Horse Highlight: Acteur
Quite the quintessential entertainer and clown at heart, Acteur LOVES attention and has a very, “hey, hey, hey…look at me everyone” with his personality plus! He is completely adored by all at Red Bucket! And…can he JUMP! Meet the charming, intelligent and debonair Acteur, a beautiful grey warmblood who squeaks his way into the hearts and funny bones of all … Read More
Thank you Wanelle Fitch
Huge thanks to the amazing and talented Photographer Wanelle Fitch for spending her day shooting the 2017 Red Bucket Calendar. This years calendar, which is well underway will be a bit more artsy than our calendars in the past, and we are very excited! We are extraordinarily grateful for Wanelle’s continued generosity, talent, and time! Wanelle is most famous … Read More
March 2016 Horse Highlight: Pilot
On an aircraft, the pilot or captain’s job is to navigate, guide and safely maneuver a plane. In many ways it is not so different from what a dependable, solid and square horse does for the rider. Meet our very own Red Bucket “Pilot” who is considered by all to be trustworthy, reliable and completely responsible…along with being utterly adorable! … Read More
Mozart in Hollywood…
On the heels of Pilot’s success on the set of the ASPCA’s 150th anniversary PSA, Mozart hopped on the Red Bucket horse trailer and headed off to a studio just off of Melrose, a stone’s throw from Paramount. This time it was Mozart who stole the show, complete with his adorable “black and white” attire. The gracious and lovely Mary … Read More
January 2016 Horse Highlight: Rubix
A perfect gentleman is known for his good manners and the respect given to everyone. Rubix fits the description perfectly! He is well trained, kind hearted and completely delightful! “Rubix is every girl’s dream horse…tall, dark and handsome,” says Michelle Walker, a volunteer at Red Bucket who loves working with him. Standing at 17 hands tall, Rubix is described by … Read More
Red Bucket Equine Rescue #315-Stella
It is a story that is all too familiar. A neglected and abused mare intentionally bred for the purpose of having her weigh more on slaughter auction day. Stella has never known kindness, safety, or the security of knowing that she would be fed. That’s what she did not know. Perhaps it is what she did know that was worse: … Read More
November 2015 Horse Highlight: Paisley
Paisley is a pretty Paint horse with unique and gorgeous “Medicine Hat” markings around her eyes and ears. As legend tells us, this type of horse has magical powers and is said to bring great luck to its owner… Paisley has magnificent blue eyes and the sweetest disposition. “She is a big pleaser, social and very affectionate,” according to Susan … Read More
Red Bucket 2016 Calendars
Red Bucket 2016 Calendars are now available for your Holiday Gift Giving! To purchase, either visit our website…or better yet, visit us any Sunday from 1:00-4:00. Thank you for helping us help the horses! https://redbucketrescue.org/2015-calendar-form-page/