We do not have the words to say good-bye to our special, silly, sometimes slightly naughty, always super sweet, and way-too-smart-for-his-own-good friend, Brinker. He was one of the original nine horses that we rescued so very many years ago. Originally rescued from slaughter as a baby, with what appeared to be a slab fracture, he was later abandoned and … Read More
August 2015 Culture Message
Our culture at Red Bucket is one of doing as much as we possibly can…and then a little bit more. The manifestation of how we live our promise is: one more groom, 24-hour-a-day, round the clock turnouts, 10:00 pm late nights during psyllium week, and a host of activities that are designed to support our horses in a life that … Read More
March 2015 Culture Message
There is a theory held by some of the “horsey types” that all equines are supposed to have jobs. This concept is the topic of many articles and clinics in the horse world, and with little exception is foundational to many in the natural horsemanship movement. In one such article, a fairly well-known author, exposing the importance of horses having … Read More
Brinker’s “real job”
He was saved from a slaughter truck at 4 months old…pretty clear to us, his adorable personality is to be credited for his first “rescue”. After a period of time, the novelty of a new horse wore off, his damaged leg prevented them from riding him….and therefore training him. As he grew, he became less interesting and they stopped visiting…..stopped … Read More
Brinker’s New Trick
Every Red Bucket Horse…..every day, is groomed, hoof picked, loved on extensively, exercised, and receives enrichment. Sometimes the enrichment occurs napping in the sunny corner of Kimberly’s arena, often it is a lengthy turn out with a small ” herd “, many times it comes attached to a grazing toy. For Brinker, outside of practicing his numerous tricks, or going on a … Read More