Ted was our first ‘rescue’ horse and he arrived here about 15 years ago.   He was living in the State of Delaware where he was a companion to racing horses because of his calm and steady demeanor.    After his career ended there he was sold to a lady who wanted him for trail riding, which he did until he became lame on his front feet.   After they had him vetted it was determined that he had navicular disease in his front feet and could no longer be ridden on rough trails.  He was donated to a large equine rescue there and that is how I heard about him.  They received several applications from people offering to take Ted, but decided on us because we were in the Midwest – and in an area where Quarter Horses were plentiful and vets were very familiar with navicular problems.   He arrived here after several days on a transport truck and was very grateful to at last be on solid ground.   He has been our “mascot” for many years…always the kind, sweet, and wise old soul.   He is nearing 30 years old now…slowing down but his heart and mind are strong and we feel blessed to have had him in our lives throughout his retirement.  Foxy and Quincy are his best friends.

Ted is available for SPONSORSHIP ONLY as he is not rideable, requires special grain and forage as his teeth no longer permit him to eat grass or hay.

Lucky came to us in 2004.   He was severely malnourished with extensive pressure sores over his entire body.  The sores were the result of his attempt to stand without success.   Upon delivery here it was discovered that the hoof walls on all four of his feet had separated from founder, with the coffin bone protruding from one of them.    From a medical point of view there was no hope that he would survive.    After much research we opted to treat his mind, spirit and body holistically.   The decision not to euthanize Lucky was made because of his will power and attitude – he was NOT ready to give up……so we choose to not give up on him either!    After removing all of his hoof walls, stall confinement, controlled diet and supplements, acupuncture, massage therapy, and chiropractic treatments he began to thrive.   In time with lots of love and care from many people that gave of their time and prayers – Lucky now stands on four healthy hooves, is happy and content.  He survived because he thought he deserved a better and happier life….and had the will power to make it happen.   He is a joy and a daily reminder that there are second chances out there and miracles do happen!  

Lucky is available for SPONSORSHIP ONLY as he requires monitoring as to his feed intake and constant care for his feet to control the effects of prior foundering.

Grace is a registered Tennessee walker mare that came to us about 4 years ago.  Grace is completely blind…and has been blind for some time, from what we have learned.   She was previously used as a brood mare and before that was rescued from buyers that bought horses for slaughter.    She is the sweetest, kindest, calmest horse – even though she has no eyesight, she trusts people and will gladly do anything she is asked.   The other horses seem to watch out for her as she follows them out in the fields and all around.  LOVES to be petted and brushed.

Grace is available for SPONSORSHIP ONLY due to her eyesight problems – she is familiar with her pasture and pasture-mates and is best left with that security.

Pippy came to us as a tiny baby – her young mother had delivered her in the middle of winter and rejected her – thus leaving Pippy an orphan.    She had been injured by her mother, and lacked the normal mother/baby bonding so was very sad and lonely when she arrived.    We immediately started her on a milk supplement, a nice warm blanket, heat lamp….and LOTS of constant care.  She is now about 6 years old – very fat and sassy!   She is not sure if she is a horse or a human……but is just an all-around happy soul and a source of constant amusement.   She has never been broke to ride, but leads well and LOVES to be brushed, petted and scratched all over. 

She is available for SPONSORSHIP ONLY  to someone who can love and spoil her.

Quincy came to us from a neglect situation.   Two horses were in a small pen – no food or water…the other horse died in that pen and a concerned citizen reached us and asked us to help this horse.   We did….and Quincy has now been here many years.   He is almost 30 years old now….is the self-appointed leader of his group of “elders” – if he can get away with it.   He now requires special food and forage…..but is a steady, old soul that is one of the “Three Amigos”…..Foxy, Ted and Quincy…they are always together….lots to talk about, I guess  – what a story they could tell about their lives!   Absolutely LOVES to be scratched, brushed and petted……he never gets tired of it and will stand forever enjoying every bit of attention that he can get.

Quincy is available for SPONSORSHIP ONLY because of his advanced age and feeding requirements.

More pictures to come!