Bentley came to us a victim of the unspeakable…..he was knowingly starved down to a body score of 1. His skeleton was so painfully prominent that his hip bones threatened to pierce his hyde, he wobbled at the walk, and could not initially even lay down. It is safe to say that we held our breathes during those first few critical … Read More
Three little foals coming soon…
Spring has sprung…or at least it is making a very strong effort. Our orchard is prematurely boasting new buds, the air is full of the promise of the fragrance of blooming flowers yet to come, and new life is starting to make an appearance by way of birds trumpeting the joy of the arrival of a nest full of chirping youngsters … Read More
Happy Birthday Winni!
Happy Birthday Winni!! As we prepare for the arrival of our three new little foals to be born, 3 little new lives that we are grateful to save, we are pausing to celebrate our little Winni’s first birthday. Winni’s mother, Nalah had been abused every day of her life. She came to us frightened and frightfully malnourished. Little Winni, who … Read More
The Donkeys are in Charge
Our horses and donkeys come to us victims of unspeakable abuse. They have been starved, roped, choked, tripped, beaten….and they have thankfully survived. We have the distinct honor of providing a safe landing pad in which to allow them to heal, rehabilitate, and be trained, and a platform for which to repair and rebuild a shattered trust. In our ongoing … Read More
Pregnant Mare Rescue Follow Up- The Lucky 13!
We have all been waiting with the anticipation of a new parent. Only in this case the actual parents have been terrified beyond belief. Their feet and legs are caked and crusted with dried mud, manure, and filth. Their coats scream of severe malnutrition, even before we see the exposed spine, emaciated neck, and defined ribs. Their bellies confirm that they … Read More
February 2014 Horse Highlight: Knox
What lifetime situations help to create a solid and strong citizen? The characteristic of strength is one that is most often discovered during times of pain, suffering and adversity. It is during those times that strength and a deeper sense of trust and empowerment are found within and imprinted forever. Meet Knox! He is the epitome of a horse who … Read More
Happy Valentines Day Hugs From Red Bucket Friends……and Baby Joey!
Jack had been abandoned along with 4 other geriatric friends. By the time that we rescued them they were dangerously emaciated, neglected, and suffering. It has been our greatest honor to care for these unwanted souls. Suffice it to say, that while McGraw, Ledger, and Styles later died from old age, they had been restored to health…and dignity, knowing love…and experiencing … Read More
Pregnant Mare Rescue Update
We are over the moon and very thankful to update you all on a VERY successful rescue. Because of you…every single friend who sent in donations, who took action, who helped us help the horses we saved 13 pregnant mares, two fillies, one stud colt, two draft crosses….AND a bonus gelding. We are weak with relief and filled with gratitude … Read More
Cover Girl’s First Ride
Her breeder is known for spectacularly bred Quarter Horses….Her sire is a world champion performance horse. Cover Girl is papered, sound, and has almost perfect conformation. She was rescued from an auction that sells horses by the pound…the “customers” are known kill buyers that buy and illegally ship horses across the border for slaughter. She was barely two years old … Read More
Happy Birthday Marigold
They come to us shattered, starving, slaughter bound and alone. We give them a red bucket, a name, the gift of dignity and the promise of a future. Their adoptive parents give them a warm and loving home, continuos and consistent care….even joyful, grateful, and celebratory birthday parties to embrace another precious year with a horse that is no longer … Read More