…k without the telltale signs of agony with every step. Crumpet had a mild case of founder, while Prudence nearly lost her life. Their new family has been very patient, waiting to take them home. Today is a new day….and Crumpet has a new family, loving friends, and a new beginning. Shortly a healthy Prudence will be joining Crumpet and the family will be complete. Congratulations Crumpet, welcome home!…
January 2016 Adoption Celebration: Josie
…And she’s made even more new friends at her barn: her new Aunt Deborah who feeds her carrots and anything else she wants, and then there’s Uncle Tim and Aunt Lorna, who check in on her daily and spoil her with treats and kisses. Says Cassandra: “She’s a very lovable horse but certainly picks her people (and canines).” For Susan Peirce, a wildly successful adoption like Josie’s is her payday. It reminds her and all the dedicated team at Red Bucket…
April 2017 Team Member Highlight: Megan Mahan
…ude. Megan has a high level of commitment and comes to us with positive energy which fuels the other team members and our horses.” When asked what sets Red Bucket apart from other horse rescues, Megan thoughtfully responds: “It’s what takes place after the horses are brought to the Ranch. The dedication that’s put in to help these horses recover and learn to trust again, plus the work put in to finding the right homes and make sure these horses ne…
Denny Update Part 2
…ny, Jenny, and her parents are eagerly awaiting Denny’s home coming this week. Jenny has purchased a new leather halter with a shiny new brass name plate, new wraps, and Denny’s favorite gourmet cookies for the long plane ride home….
August 2013 Horse Highlight: Cohen
…named Stephanie learned about our good work and came out for a visit to Red Bucket. During her tour, she met Cohen and has generously agreed to sponsor her until an adoring new owner understands the special gift that this mare offers to her human companion. Cohen deserves her fairy tale ending complete with a loving owner who will cherish and adore her happily ever after. One of our goals is to have more of our horses sponsored allowing us to co…
April 2014 Volunteer Highlight: Holly Holford
…n helping me become comfortable around such large animals. I also like Kolcheck because he is just so big and awesome. I had never seen such a huge horse before I met him.” Not only has Holly bonded with our horses, she has forged a great relationship with her mentor. In her words, “Jenon has been absolutely wonderful to work with and is such a great motivator that I cannot sing her praises loud enough! She is an amazing, generous human being wh…
Red Bucket Equine Rescue Forever Home Found #169- Cornelia
…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! Her new peppermint and vanilla striped lead rope was gently held by Louise, who has been waiting to take her knew little…
Red Bucket Equine Rescue Forever Home #164 Found- Maestro
…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 body…and then to protect his eyes on the short journey home, he sported a giant plaid fly mask selected just for him. His new family fussed for a bit, ensuring that he was ready. His ridiculous “fro-lock” was fluffed, his coat groomed, and to maximize…
The Joy of Companionship
…ely 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 relishing his new life, neighbors, and yes….he even finds the donkeys to be amusing and of interest. New turnout buddies and budding BFF’s, Olaf and Maestro are learning to enjoy the little extra special thing…
Play Boy is going off to school
…ly with the intelligent unveiling of of the exploration of his new life, and perhaps…a new love. He became eager to work…eager to learn…and eager to please. Friday he politely followed Lauren onto the trailer…and into his next chapter of a meaningful life. In a few hours, will arrive at college with the pretty little friend who taught him to trust where Play Boy will continue to learn, grow and develop. Lauren will finish what she started this sum…