Donation in memory of Generally a Brat

by | Mar 22, 2011 | People Helping SAFE | 3 comments

SAFE received a $100 donation from Jenn and Debbie H in memory of a horse named Generally A Brat, who passed away recently at the age of 23. I contacted his owner about this donation, and she had this to say about Brat:

Generally A Brat

Generally A Brat

Brat was my once in a lifetime horse. I purchased him in 1992 as a four year old, he was 23 when he passed away. The two of us learned how to jump together, and virtually won everything we set out to win. He was a registered quarter horse and competed at the AQHA World Show on many occasions always in the ribbons. I also showed him on the open hunter/jumper circuit winning several division championships together. I retired him from the show ring at the age of 16 because he had earned his AQHA Performance Championship which is a lifetime achievement award. 

He took all the new horses and riders on trail rides when they were too nervous to do it on their own. He taught a little girl with severe diabetes how to ride and gain confidence around horses. He was a fabulous athlete, good looking and had the biggest, kindest heart of any horse I have ever known. I currently have a mare and two of her babies I have raised, but there will never be another Brat.

It was very nice of Jenn and Deb to donate to your organization on his behalf. It is like Brat to help other horses even in his passing.

Yours, Keli Covin, Five C Farms 

Thank you to Jenn and Debbie for this donation, and to Keli for sharing Brat’s story. Rest in Peace, Brat.

3 Comments

  1. Sara
    Sara on March 22, 2011 at 11:00 am

    What a lovely tribute to what sounds like an amazing horse!

  2. Karla
    Karla on July 16, 2011 at 12:53 pm

    Our mission is to rescue and rehabilitate animals, particularly horses, that have been injured, abused, neglected, abandoned or orphaned. We carry out this mission by providing good nutrition, medical care and emotional support in a safe and nurturing environment.

    It takes a lot of time, work and financial resources to operate any type of rescue. Animals that find their way to your door often need a lot in the way of physical care, emotional support and medical treatment. They also need shelter and room to exercise. Shelters and exercise areas need to be erected and maintained.

    Together we can make big difference.

    For more details on Help Save Horses

    Thanks

    Karla

  3. Danielle V
    Danielle V on August 8, 2011 at 7:30 pm

    Brat is a half-brother to my horse, and if he was anything like his sister, I can honestly tell you that if they were human, SAFE would be their charity of choice. Me and my horse had the wonderful opportunity to meet several of the SAFE horses this weekend at the benefit show, and I made a promise to her that she will never, ever have to worry about being treated the way some of these poor horses have been treated. The benefit show, as well as Keli’s donation in Brat’s name, have motivated me to try and do more for these amazing creatures that have always captivated my heart.