Tag Archives: horse
Turning For Home: Rescuing Racehorses After the Winner’s Circle
From Mustangs roaming wild and free on the American plains to dependable farm horses to Thoroughbreds thundering down the homestretch on the first Saturday in May, horses have long been a symbol of America – and a vital part of Washington State’s culture and economy.
Omi
Omi is a dark bay Thoroughbred mare who stands at 16.2 hh, and is approximately 25 years old. She is well trained and kind, but she has had a rough life and can appear to be grumpy at times. She is a sensitive horse and just needs somewhere peaceful and quiet to spend the rest of her days.
Jazz
Jazz is a gorgeous red dun QH/Draft, about 16.2 hh and about 25 years old. He is well behaved but he does love attention like a big puppy dog. Jazz is a special needs horse, but it doesn’t stop him from wanting love!
Peach Pie
Peach Pie is a male, light Palomino/Shetland cross gelding, about 12.1 hh and about 25 years old. He is a very sensitive, kind pony who is looking for a forever home with a family who will appreciate his special nature and needs.
Chester the Pony
Chester is an older pony with quite a horrible history, but he doesn’t let it affect him at all! This little guy is a gorgeous chocolate palomino with lots of spunk and vigor!
Horse Slaughter Ban Upheld
Horse slaughter had been illegal in the United States since 2007, but after a change in federal policy, it became possible for horse slaughter facilities to re-open in the United States. But not here in Washington State. Not today…
Dezi
2/28/2013 – Dezi has been adopted! Dezi is an 18-year-old registered Appaloosa gelding who stands at 14.1 hands. Dezi is a handsome horse with wonderful conformation! His ground manners match his looks, as he will stand tied or in cross …
Summer
When Pasado’s Safe Haven’s Cruelty Investigator Lindsey met Summer the horse, she was appalled. “You could see every single rib…she looked like a skeleton with fabric wrapped around it,” she recalled. “I couldn’t believe that she was still standing.” Somehow, …
Jezebel the donkey-ADOPTED!
Jezebel is quite a gem! She is a younger donkey with a lot of spunk. Her history being somewhat unknown, she tends to be very shy around new people, but will absolutely begin trusting you as soon as you spend time with her.