Cornelia has transformed from feral to family, from hungry to satisfied, from unwanted to not only wanted….but, chosen. She came to us a slaughter bound and terrified pony and left swathed in a new leather halter wrapped fluffy sheepskin. She now boasts a self confidence, a gleaming coat, and a bit of entitlement that accompanies her newly found sweet tooth! … Read More
Good-Bye Dear Friend-Shavers
We are struggling to find the words to adequately express our sorrow, loss, and profound grief in losing what is truly one of the best horses that we have ever been privileged to know, love, and serve. Shavers came to us 5 years ago. His family was going to euthanize him…and instead of putting down a healthy horse, the vet, … Read More
Red Bucket Rescue # 286- Maverick
He had been abandoned. Either they didn’t want him…or couldn’t catch him. He showed signs of having been roped and was wary, watchful, and filled to the brim with distrust…for good reason. No one had been able to touch him, let alone catch him, and none of the alternatives were looking even remotely good. Although he was frightened, he was … Read More
Joey and Buffy
Love, acceptance and protection can come packaged in unique, and often precious ways. Our very own naughty, loving, and frequently irreverent Joey has taken it upon himself to personally see to the upbringing and Charm Farm training of our resident orphan donkey, Buffy. This self-appointed guardian role is a bit ironic in that next to Buffy (who has yet to … Read More
Red Bucket Equine Rescue Forever Home Found #166-Juble
We think that they call it a Hat Trick…three major goals in a row. If so, Red Bucket had a “Hat Trick” of a week, only the goal is a forever home…and Juble makes the third forever home this week! Following in the footsteps of Maestro and Prinze, Juble packed up his red bucket, jumped on the trailer with a … Read More
Red Bucket Equine Rescue Forever Home Found #165-Prinze
There are those people who choose to get involved…because they care, because they can, because they are committed to the welfare and safety of animals, and because they love horses that much. Red Bucket was founded because we will not turn our backs, we can’t, because we know. Our organization is built with the individual hearts and hands that collectively … Read More
Red Bucket Equine Rescue Forever Home #164 Found- Maestro
Maestro went home. He was carefully wrapped, or perhaps we should say swaddled, as if he were a rare and precious gift or a newborn child. His massive legs were wrapped first in over-sized pillow wraps, and then topped with brand new bandages. He was loaded onto a spanking new trailer purchased just for him…specially built to accommodate his over-sized … Read More
Red Bucket Equine Rescue Adoption Update!
Willow had been hours away from being shipped to slaughter when she was rescued by Red Bucket in May of 2009. A victim of circumstance, this beautiful, intelligent and well-bred horse was not only unwanted…she was emaciated, untrained, and desperate. Two years ago today, Willow was adopted into her forever home by Shona. Today Willow is yet another perfect example … Read More
Callum Update!!
Callum woke up this morning and realized that he is actually happy to wake up. He seemed a bit surprised by this….and then he shook off the shavings that clung to his now silky mane and buried his muzzle in the breakfast bucket that had just arrived by way of a now familiar and smiling friend. His life is now … Read More
Red Bucket Equine Rescue # 284- Meet Baby Cronin
This morning the clouds parted long enough for the sun to gently shine down upon Leonie and her beautiful new baby daughter. The filly, lovingly named after the great horseman, Red Bucket volunteer, and our dear friend Bob Cronin, is strong, beautiful, healthy….and alive! Cronin made her royal appearance early this morning, got up quickly, and began to nurse with … Read More