The number was 565, it was hot glued onto her right hip. Her feet were so horribly over grown and poorly shod with too many nails…and too little care. She was so painful that she kept shifting her weight every second or so…we always likened it to a lady wearing stilettos that were far too tight, at a party that … Read More
Home for the Holidays: Dr. Seuss
Like so many rescues, Dr. Seuss needed to be rescued twice. As luck would have it he came to Red Bucket…and he met Andrea, who could have chosen ANY horse, but she chose him. She traveled all the way from Arizona multiple times to spend time with him…to bond…and to fall in love! Now as the story is told from … Read More
Happy 3-month Birthday Louie-Pickles
Happy 3-month birthday to our precious Louie-Pickles who started his day with a smile! He also walked nicely on a lead line to his turnout this morning. Don’t let his pearly whites fool you…he still is mostly interested in mother’s milk! He also loves to play with his little yellow ball and practice his donkey kicks and speed racing! Happy … Read More
December RidingMagazine: The Year of the Foal
Please enjoy the California Riding Magazine article celebrating the year of the horse…and the year of the Red Bucket foals. Read the article.
Louie Pickles Charm Farm
While the fall semester is coming to an end and our children are focusing on finals and the long-awaited holiday break, the foals of Red Bucket “Charm Farm” are successfully mastering ground manners, leading, and the art of politely standing on 3 legs while having their little hooves picked and trimmed. Louie Pickles is just beginning his life as a … Read More
2015 Red Bucket Rescue calendar now available
The 2015 Red Bucket Equine Rescue calendar is now available for purchase! Please fell free to visit our gift shop any Sunday 1:00-4:00, or our website under the volunteer/help tab. Get an affordable gift for your friends and family while helping support our meaningful work! We think that this just might be our most special calendar yet. Enjoy the beautiful … Read More
Dr. Adrienne Moore Hornored at Ruby Red Gala
Dr. Adrienne Moore was honored at the Ruby Red Gala last Saturday. The three words that were used to encapsulate Dr. Moore’s tremendous value and contribution to Red Bucket were “She Gets It”. These words mean a lot to us, as so many fail to see what Dr. Moore clearly gets…the value for life, the importance of enrichment, and the … Read More
The Joy of Companionship
The VERY human friends of Olaf The Giant will delight in knowing that not only is he transitioning nicely to his new residence at Red Bucket, but he is also making friends of the equine variety. With a few dietary supplements, a bit of added pain relief, and some well-intentioned (and definitely wanted and appreciated) TLC, Olaf The Giant is … Read More
At the end of the Rainbow
At the end of the rainbow sits a little red ranch where previous victims of unspeakable cruelty come to recover, rebuild confidence, and reclaim their lives. They are the treasure, and are treated with love and dedication by dozens of kind-hearted caretakers who are committed to their well-being, enrichment, and to their lives. This is where the birds sing, where … Read More
Sampson a very good horse
We have long pondered the makings of a good horse…….and it is our experience that they are all good. In the satisfaction of our work, we are privileged to mine the little “gems” and then introduce them to those who will treasure them. Today, Sampson is the ambassador for the many good horses who await their chance to shine…to partner…to … Read More