When Cal’s owner needed urgent help finding him a new home, SAFE stepped in to assist. The perfect home quickly emerged: lush green fields, a picture-perfect red barn, and a wonderful family ready to welcome Cal as their new horse. There was just one catch—they needed a second horse to keep him company.
Enter Mirana.
We brought Cal to SAFE to introduce him to a few of our companion horses ready for adoption. Think speed dating, but for horses. Mirana was first up, and it was instantly clear we didn’t need to look any further. Cal and Mirana bonded immediately. On Mirana’s side, at least, that was no surprise. While Mirana has come a long way at SAFE—learning to respect and take comfort from her human handlers—she still falls hard for a new four-legged friend. But this pairing was built on mutual admiration. Cal was every bit as enamored with Mirana as she was with him. And Cal’s presence calmed Mirana, too.
After several weeks together at SAFE, Cal and Mirana built a routine and formed a lasting partnership. Then off they went to Cal’s new home. Although Mirana has sometimes been reluctant to trailer, she hopped right in this time. Riding with her buddy kept her calm.
Their new family, Shirley and Judd, are over the moon with the pair. The space is so roomy it even makes big boy Cal look tiny.
Best of all, there’s a custom wall between the stalls so Mirana and Cal never have to be apart. They’re only brought in as needed, but that first night it was just what Mirana needed. The deer outside were a bit too much, and she quickly relaxed once she could see Cal right next door. The fact that they built that wall especially for her, after our suggestion, says it all about the kind, attentive, and caring owners they are.
We’re so glad Shirley and Judd stepped in to give both these horses a wonderful forever home.
Mirana in her custom-built stall
Mirana and Cal enjoy turnout together
Mirana and Cal graze together near their barn
