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Rescue Success Stories
Gabriel, the Blind Horse
Gabriels story is sadly full of abuse and abandonment but not to fear, that is not his entire story. Spoiler alert! The story ends with him thriving in his forever home.
Rescue Success Stories
Salsa Dances to a New Beginning at Mountain Valley Horse Rescue
Although their ranch was full, Mountain Valley Horse Rescue knew this emaciated pair of horses in dire condition needed their help.
Rescue Success Stories
The Rescue Horse, Ranger
Ranger came to our Sanctuary right before Thanksgiving of 2020. Our vet diagnosed him with high ringbone and started him on pain medications. His neck and shoulders were very sensitive to touch, and he was reluctant to let us anywhere near his head. The human in us wanted to hug him and stroke his big, beautiful face, but we knew that wouldn’t be well received.
Rescue Success Stories
The Doo-Wop Donkeys
We instantly agreed when asked to rescue donkeys on their way to an unfortunate future. We don't exactly know how this unlucky band of five mamas and their babies were rounded up and headed off but we were given the opportunity to give them a better future with little time left on the clock.
Rescue Success Stories
My only volunteer and best friend.
I had met Dianne a few years back, when we had rescued a mule. I had invited her to come check out the rescue. She came, I introduced her to everyone, it took her a while to get comfortable with all the residents. She came back nearly everyday and helped me clean pens, water, take care of the injured etc..
Rescue Success Stories
Braego - Proof you can have more than one soulmate!
Have you met your soulmate? I have. twice actually. Some horse people call them a soulmate, others prefer “heart horse”. Twice in my life, I had the extraordinary good fortune to find my four-legged, swishy-tailed soulmate.
Rescue Success Stories
Cupid - A Story of Love, Fate and Happy Endings
Some people make extravagant plans on Valentine's Day. Some people get surprises. On February 14, 2019, I headed to pick up what would ultimately be the best Valentine’s Day surprise I have ever received. I answered a call from local law enforcement about an emaciated horse that needed help. They weren’t sure if he was going to make it.
Horse Care 101
Fourth of July: Beer for Your Horses? A Patriotic and Healthy Tradition for Man and Beast
Beer is the official drink of the Fourth of July. You're supposed to have salmon and fresh peas...or maybe a barbecue, depending on where you live...and lots of cold beer. It's an American tradition. But what about, as the song says, beer for my horses? Do the Budweiser Clydesdales just pull the wagons or do they ever get to enjoy a cold one back behind the barn?
Horse Care 101
Managing fireworks anxiety
As much fun as a Fourth of July celebration can be for people, it’s a terrifying holiday for some horses. Those who are skittish—and particularly noise averse—may become unnerved if holiday fireworks are set off nearby.
Horse Care 101
Rescue Horse Rehab: Step 4
Restoring a horse’s physical and mental health can be challenging but rewarding. Here's how to introduce basic training.
