Rescue is Only the Beginning. In rescuing, it is the daily…often the hourly…act of nurturing, caring, and loving our animals that leads to their transformations. Fenton came to us having suffered considerable abuse, and he was starving to death….not just because “they” weren’t feeding him (and they weren’t), but also because his teeth were rotten and missing. We rescued him … Read More
August 2014 Horse Highlight: Elliot and Riot
Who can resist and not help but love…or at least have a huge soft spot in their hearts… for these adorable long-eared equines? It is difficult to even imagine someone treating these cute boys, Elliot and Riot, in a cruel and despicable manner. While heartbreaking to learn they were disrespectfully abused, badly mistreated and heartlessly abandoned, it is where Red … Read More
Boys Will Be Boys
With all of our darling foals we have plenty of sugar and spice and everything nice; McGarrah is a sweetheart, Kami is a love-bug, Mathe is becoming a pleaser, and then…..there is Micah, who is all BOY! Boy, oh boy….is he ever. Micah is a rough-and-tumble little colt who loves to mix it up…he plays like a boy, loves to … Read More
Lindsey’s Vacation
Little 5-year-old Lindsey’s family, vacationing in Southern California from their home in Connecticut, made time for a very important visit to Red Bucket amongst the various trips to the zoo, the beach, Disneyland…and of course, lots of time in Grandma’s Jacuzzi. Lindsey, while tiny in stature, came armed with an arsenal of surprise and upset that not all people treat … Read More
Guinness Part 2
While initially reluctant to leave Red Bucket, once at his new destination, Guinness unloaded without wavering. He went immediately to Laura who had been waiting for what felt like an eternity. Laura had been waiting…waiting to find her new friend, partner, and forever horse. Waiting to bring him home…and waiting for him to finally arrive! He calmly surveyed his new … Read More
Guinness Part 1
The Red Riding Hoods worked in a unified fashion…few spoken words, but a common goal that was both meaningful and emotional. Guinness was buffed, brushed and polished, one last Red Bucket grooming by a community that rescued, rehabilitated…and loved, loved loved him. He has proven to be remarkable, with the intelligence of his $800,000 sire, the reasonableness of the Irish, … Read More
Micah Adores the Red Riding Hoods
Their feral, previously terrified, and abused mothers now nicker for us. Even though two of them are still unable to be handled or led, they approach turnout time with joyful anticipation, and an orderly synchronization. It is clear to them that we will bring them only kindness, comfort, and a promise that is still in its infancy. The mares know … Read More
Donkeys Sunning
While our horses dozed under their misters, and our foals frolicked, danced, and played in their turn out. Their mothers nibbled on hay, and with an increasing latitude, watched their off-spring test the boundaries of acceptable distance. Our donkeys avoided the shade and napped in the sun. They migrated throughout the day snoozing and sunning themselves in the warmest spots, … Read More
Baby McGarrah Update!
At 2 1/2 months, McGarrah is the oldest (by an entire week!) of our four little foals. Out of a feral and slaughter bound mare, Darla, McGarrah or “Mini Mac” is your typical eldest child, she is a leader…confidant, a bit bold, and most definitely sassy. She is also sweet, a pleaser, and very quick to figure things out. She … Read More
July 2014 Horse Highlight: Dublin
When adopters come to Red Bucket Equine Rescue, they are looking for a horse that will suit their needs, and they are ready to make the commitment as a forever home. Whether it’s a horse for competition and training, or a donkey for companionship, Red Bucket is dedicated to a match making process that ensures they find their forever homes. … Read More