Nalaās rehabā¦time for a saddle!
Nala has been great about both her stall rest and being hand walked. After reviewing her progress with Dr. Devine at Pilchuck Veterinary Hospital, we decided it was time to start the next phase of Nalaās rehab plan. We began riding her for 20 minutes at the walk. ā¦
October Volunteer of the Month: Marco!!
Letās all celebrate our Volunteer of the Month for October, Marco S! Marco is another volunteer who doesnāt hold down a chore or feeding shift, but plays an important role as a member of the Safe Harbor facilities team. Marco has been helping make improvements at theā¦
Stella: Training Update
Just for a little fun, I decided to work Stella in a Dressage saddle this week. She did very well and was comfortable to sit the trot and canter in the English tack. She is learning to keep a nice rhythm and cadence in her gaits. When she gets troubled, it takesā¦
Photo shoot with Dottie Belle!
Volunteer Jessica Farren recently visited Miss Dottie Belle at the Pacific Moon Equestrian Center. She took absolutely gorgeous photos! The fall colors are a stunning backdrop for this beautiful mare. Dottie has thrived under Karen Mooreās care. We are so blessedā¦
Marta Update
Ms. Marta continues being her fancy āprancyā self. Every morning, she puts on a show, arching her neck, snorting and trotting with her fabulous self-carriage. She likes to remind us that her sire was the famous Probat and that many of her family members are Nationalā¦
Shay Update
Shay has struggled with periodic bouts of lameness over the years. Recently, it went on long enough that we called out Dr. Fleck, from the Rainland Farm Equine Clinic, for an evaluation. He reviewed earlier xārays of Shayās rotated coffin bone and thought she justā¦
Health Update: Banjo
While at Cedarbrook, Banjo is getting a special treatment on the Theraplate. This type of therapy helps increase circulation and promotes healing of hooves. Lisa, Cedarbrookās office manager, reported: āBanjo had his first Theraplate session today and he did well.ā¦
Lola is going Fabulously!
It is so exciting to be riding Lola again! This spunky little mare is doing great and sheās an absolute riot to ride. She is ready for her forever home and to be with someone who is looking for fun. We have been working on light aid transitions and some walk-canterā¦
Volunteer Recap 2018
Most nonprofits rely on the strength of their volunteer program to succeed, and SAFE is no exception. Weāve been building a volunteer program for the past 10 years, and itās something weāre super proud of. But the work never stops, and thereās never a lack of thingsā¦
Adoptions Recap 2018
There are so many things we want for our horsesā¦good health, comfort, confidenceā¦the very best careā¦friendships, positive experiences, carrots. But most of all, what we want to give them is a home where they can live their lives in safety and comfort. Adoption is theā¦
Outreach Recap 2018
2018 was another big year for SAFEās Community Outreach Program. The Outreach Program enables us to extend services to horse owners who need short term assistance to get through tough times. Whether itās hay, vet care, gelding surgery, or even just advice, ourā¦
Star has been adopted!
We are excited to share that Star has been adopted by Tammy and family. Their pets include a miniature rescue horse named Elliot and two unlikely herd mates: a goose and a duck! Before leaving SAFE, Star had adapted well to a new environment with consistency andā¦
Bowie has been adopted!
Our handsome fellow has found a home! Bowie has been adopted by Pat, and itās clear heās already enjoying the hair care regimen his luxuriant mane requires. Because he was gelded late in life, Bowie is not a beginnerās mount, but with the right energy from his handlerā¦
Introducing Gunnar
We have a new horse joining our herd this week. Gunnar is an 11 year old stallion who was surrendered to SAFE through our Community Outreach Program after his owner was no longer able to care for him. Heās a very nice horse, gentle and gentlemanly, and hisā¦
