September 2015 Horse Highlight: Elwell

Two chances are better than one! How well our gorgeous boy Elwell understands this…having been rescued twice in his short lifetime… Meet beautiful Elwell, our black Welch pony and Quarter Horse mix. What immediately comes to mind upon seeing him for the first time is his stunning looks! Our Elwell is coal black with liquid chocolate eyes and a soft, … 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

Batman Turns 4!

Four years ago 50 very pregnant feral mares were sold at slaughter. The mares were so pregnant that 7 did not fit on the truck, and while awaiting another carrier, our good friend Shirley Puga arranged for them to be rescued. One of the mares came to Red Bucket. We named her Scarlett, and eagerly awaited the birth of her … Read More

Red Bucket Equine Rescue #193- Elwell

 We had heard about him before we ever met him. A black stallion. He had been born on a Kill auction feed lot, destined for slaughter before he was even born. Thankfully, he was rescued with his mom, and… then adopted out. Like so many, he found himself in need of being rescued again. Additionally, he hadn’t been trained, and … Read More