…teful for our time with her. She will be remembered as a kind, graceful, willing friend, and a teacher to those of us who serve. Thank you to Dr. Brigid Murphy who helped us help Harris in her final hour. We cannot express our gratitude for Dr. Murphy’s compassion, professionalism and tremendous commitment. As is our custom, Harris will be toasted, honored, and remembered Saturday, February 28th at 5:00 pm. All those who wish to say good-bye are w…
Red Bucket Equine Rescue #249- Mathe
…eginning a life as a wanted horse. It is only in the dawn of a new day, when both mother and baby are out of the danger zone, do we remember that Darcy’s pregnant body, vandalized with thoughtlessly placed brands was sold callously to slaughter. This morning Darcy nurses her daughter in a well bedded stall, with a manger full of hay, and a red bucket that is delivers nourishment and a newly found dignity. Happy birthday to our perfect little Mathe…
Operation Baby Watch-2013
…anticipates their sweet crunch with both her eyes, and her voice which becomes stronger every day. She loves loves loves her stall, She stands with her head hanging over the door with her lower lip drooping, and after her hand walks and turn outs pulls us back to the cozy safe haven…her stall. In spite of preparing the foaling barn ALL weekend, including moving Finbar over, and Paidraig outside (and 9 other horses), We had structural work done, ne…
Red Bucket Equine Rescue Proudly Presents: Greer and Grammer
…Red Bucket. While they appear to be pinching themselves at their newly found good fortune, we know that the dream will come true when Greer and Grammer transition into their loving forever home! In the meantime, we fully expect that we will continue to be enchanted by their charming, comical and affectionate personalities! We would also like to thank the Ark Watch Foundation for rescuing these precious animals from the kill pen and sending them to…
Red Bucket Equine Rescue Forever Home Found # 99- Cupid xo
…our wonderful Red Riding Hood Judi fell in love, she also completed an adoption application! Judi doesn’t want to ride Cupid xo…she just wants to love him…..take care of him….and provide for him, forever. Pretty darn sure that Judi wont have to worry about outgrowing this darling little guy. On Sunday, Judi sealed the deal, and brought the little darling home. When posing for their adoption photo, Judi grinned and said “cheese” and Cupid Xo stuck…
Isabella
…Description: Having been horrifically starved, Isabella has demonstrated both grace and a resiliency that has deeply impacted us. Isabella, foaled in 2008, is a nearly black thoroughbred mare with the most beautiful head, and alluring eye that we have ever seen. Isabella needs a loving home that will commit to a healthy and happy new beginning. She is currently enjoying pasture life. …
The Adorable Rosie
…The perfect spring weather is making it absolutely delightful to prepare Rosie to meet her new adopter! This mare is not only adorable…she is beautiful, and very well trained! We consider Rosie to be extraordinarily versatile in that she enjoys both English and Western styles of riding, and loves, loves, loves trails! This is another one of the head shaking moments when one says, “This is a rescue horse?” …
Red Bucket Equine Rescue Forever Home Found #59- Waffles
…ttle donkey hooves polished, and enough product applied to his bangs to last a month. He then politely walked down the street and straight into his story book ending! Ryan was eagerly waiting in the driveway to welcome his new buddy, who will be in charge of security detail on the farm, and will assist in supervising all of those fabulous KPF homebred’s. Congratulations to Waffles, Ryan, and the entire Kennedy-Pedigo clan! …
July 2013 Adoption Celebration: Willow (aka Shasta)
…e to the corporation. In Shona’s case, her life was incomplete without the sound of a nicker, the smell of manure, and the partnership of a horse. She wanted…needed to fill a void, to bring completeness to her life. Perhaps claiming that the match between Shona and Shasta was immediate might be a bit of a mild exaggeration, but it happened quickly. Shona braving the freeways to drive after work to spend even a short period of time with the beaut…
June 2013 Horse Highlight: Styles
…mate Jack are the hands-‐on horses for all new Red Bucket Volunteers when learning about being a part of the Curry Comb Club. He is usually the first horse volunteers have the opportunity to groom when taking classes for participation in the Curry Club. Styles is loved by all who have the pleasure to meet and work with him. He enjoys the daily interaction, intimate connection and warmth he receives at Red Bucket, and he basks in the attention! St…