Rescue Stories

Here, They're Home.

These are the beautiful souls we see and care for every day at our headquarters. Many came under the most dire of circumstances, and they're part of our family now. We make them whole again, and ensure they live their best life at our ranch.

WHAT THEY’RE SAYING

“Et vim graeco principes. Cu dico nullam pri. Duo stet possim quaerendum eu, cum in invenire platonem animal assentior nam.”

- Reba McEntire

“Et vim graeco principes. Cu dico nullam pri. Duo stet possim quaerendum eu, cum in invenire platonem animal assentior nam.”

- Reba McEntire

Rescue Stories

Meet Elsa, Our Ice Queen
We first saw this sweet girl advertised online. She was being ridden despite being so thin her ribs were showing, and her hooves were so...
George Checks Off a Big Milestone
George recently checked off the final item on his “become a normal horse” list… he got his teeth done! For horses, dental care is essential....
Spirit’s Early Laminitis Scare
One morning, we noticed Spirit was acting very unusual. He was moving extremely slowly, almost in slow motion, and it was clear he was uncomfortable....
Helping Reilly Find Peace
Reilly was fifteen years old when she was dropped off at a sale barn—her future uncertain. When she arrived at the hospital, she was so...
Emergency on the Horizon: Lucy Needs Help
Lucy was in serious discomfort, so we quickly brought her to the hospital. She was in so much pain during the exam that she kept...
A Painful Past, Finally Addressed
When this gentle draft boy came into our care, his eye was severely inflamed and actively draining. Our veterinary team determined the most likely cause...
Recap | January
Lucy’s Sudden Health Scare
When Lucy started showing signs of colic, we didn’t hesitate. She was uncomfortable, quiet, and clearly not herself. This was enough to send us straight...
Four Drafts. One Weekend. Everything Changed.
What began as a quiet weekend quickly turned into an urgent mission—one that brought four draft horses into our care, each needing help in a...
Rosie’s Colic Scare: A Waiting Game
One morning, our paint horse Rosie truly scared us. She stopped eating, began pawing at the ground, and kept trying to lie down—clear signs she...
Meet Bob Boat, Our Newest Rescue Goat!
When the wonderful woman behind Green Goat Hat Company stopped by with the most generous surprise—custom hats for our entire team—she also arrived with a...
Cosmo’s Next Chapter Begins
Just when Cosmo was settling into Sanctuary life, his journey took an unexpected turn—one that tested our hearts, our hopes, and our commitment to helping...
Listening to What Shasta Was Telling Us
Shasta, one of our beloved donkeys, was showing us subtle signs that something wasn’t quite right. While her feet were continuing to improve, her body...
Recap | December | Goat Month
Rosie’s Recovery Update
Rosie continues her journey of healing at the Sanctuary. She’s on stall rest for the next 7–10 days after a procedure to address a persistent...
Recap | November
Cola’s Tummy Trouble
Cola, our sweet donkey rescue, wasn’t acting like herself. She began refusing food and repeatedly laying down—clear signs that she was uncomfortable and not feeling...
Recap | October
Lucy’s Health Update: Back to the Hospital for Extra Care
Lucy didn’t finish her lunch and laid down in her stall. While a dose of Banamine helped her perk up a little, she still refused...
Maggie’s Healing Hooves
Our sweet Maggie has been through quite the ordeal lately—and we’re so proud of how tough this girl is! Here’s a peek into her road...
Remembering Stargazer
We adopted Stargazer when she was just one year old. Her previous owner had taken her to Dr. Avery’s office and asked, “Do you know...