by Lily Leitkowski | Oct 20, 2025 | Arionna
Since her start under saddle a few months ago, Arionna has been making steady forward progress. She’s been riding out of the roundpen, learning to tie, and wearing a bridle. All this while maintaining her sweet demeanor. She is a nice horse who is becoming an even...
by Lily Leitkowski | Aug 21, 2025 | Arionna
Behind her white eyelashes, Arionna’s eyes have a soft, thoughtful quality. For the past several months, she has been put through her groundwork paces, and recently hit a big milesone: wearing a saddle for the first time. Arionna tends towards the ‘sticky’ side, and...
by Lily Leitkowski | Aug 19, 2025 | Arionna
This big, beautiful mare had her first rides this week, and did very well! She’d had several months of preparation, and all that groundwork set her up for success. Because she leans more on the ‘duller’ side of things, the focus for her rides was free forward...
by Lily Leitkowski | May 9, 2025 | Arionna
This big-hearted mare has become comfortable with grooming, vet visits, and farrier care. She loves coming into her stall each night for dinner. In addition to all-day turnout in her paddock, a few times a week she gets to let loose and play in the arena. She’s an...
by Bonnie Hammond | Mar 19, 2025 | Alvaro, Arionna, Eda, Frida, Maisy, Mateo, Venturo, Wednesday
KING‑5 TV visited SAFE today for an update on the Valentine horses in our care: Click here to watch video
by Lily Leitkowski | Mar 18, 2025 | Alvaro, Arionna, Eda, Frida, Maisy, Mateo, Venturo, Wednesday
What’s in a name? For the horses who come to SAFE, it signifies a new beginning. While their names may change as they find new homes and families, each one marks the start of their journey to safety, care, and a brighter future. For the Valentine Herd horses we...