At Red Bucket we know that rescue is only the beginning. We also know that rescue is not enough, and in order to find our horses permanent, safe and loving homes it is incumbent on us to do the heavy lifting. This means giving our horses the time to heal physically and emotionally, truly assess them, and provide the necessary … Read More
Happy Birthday Dear Kami!
Her mother was feral, very pregnant, and slaughter bound. We feel fortunate to have rescued and loved her, and we named her Darla. While we never touched her with our hands, we loved her with our hearts…and oddly she loved us back in the most remarkable way, by trusting her last foal to us. Darla was most intentional about allowing … Read More
Help the Horse 2015
We want to thank everyone who came out Sunday and supported our horses at the ASPCA Help A Horse Day! We received rave reviews on our tours, beautiful ranch, hospitality, and 3 clinics. We want to extend a special thanks to Dr. Adrienne Moore for generously giving up her Sunday to support our event. Dr. Moore’s clinic was extremely well … Read More
May 2015 Horse Highlight: Behren
He is big, bay and beautiful! Stunningly gorgeous…Behren is just incredible! “Behren is a dreamboat! He is one of the most incredible horses I have ever met,” according to Red Bucket Trainer Shona Barnthouse. He is a big-bodied Thoroughbred who looks like an imported Warmblood at first glance. Behren has great presence. With his long neck, short back, and long … Read More
May 2015 Culture Message
The news was first communicated through a phone call, and later a veterinary report. The phone call I think was a combination of intent to communicate, but perhaps more so, a subtle plea for help, input and support. The conversation had the impact of a sucker punch to the solar plexus, leaving me at the stage right before one starts … Read More
May 2015 Volunteer Highlight: Jessica Macvicar
It seems the right people always come along at the right time at Red Bucket. Every now and then there are people who come to Red Bucket to volunteer their services, and they become a part of the Red Bucket mission. And then there are those who join our organization and take us to another level; they LIVE our mission … Read More
May 2015 Adoption Highlight: Laura and Piper
Considering the conditions that Piper was found in, she is lucky to be alive today. Part of a breeding scandal that brought over 40 Irish Thoroughbred horses into Red Bucket Equine Rescue’s care, Piper was near death, and too emaciated to even run through auction. However, after some time, love and care, Piper’s sensibility and intelligence started to shine through. … Read More
Checking on Leoni Round the Clock
Round the clock really means round the clock at Red Bucket! We have had to laugh at ourselves a bit while taking our foaling responsibilities very seriously. Leoni is very close to foaling, and while she has not started to wax yet, all other symptoms point to a 48-hour window. We literally are not taking our eyes off of her, … Read More
Introducing Red Bucket Equine Rescue #282-Leoni
Our beautiful Leoni is a remarkable example of how resilient, grateful, and deserving rescued animals, and in this case rescued horses, are. At the time of her rescue she was feral, pregnant and slaughter-bound. Initially she considered us carefully, watching our every move through the lens of a skeptical survivor. She has exhaled into the final days of her pregnancy, … Read More
Casting for The Horse Rescue Movie
Our very own Princess Winni is hoping to hear good news from the casting folks at the The Horse Rescue Movie. Winni, like so many of our other wonderful horses, auditioned on Monday for the myriad of supporting roles available. The only one who seems confident and secure is Joey, who is working on a line of apparel, accessories, and … Read More