by Lily Leitkowski | Oct 21, 2025 | Bandit Bay
Bandit was on her best behavior for her farrier appointment last week, and was a bit cheeky as well! For a long while, Bandit was very guarded about having her hind legs handled. She has evidence of an old injury, and perhaps because of this, she would often...
by Lily Leitkowski | Jun 9, 2025 | Bandit Bay, Brandy Snap
Over the last six months, Brandy and Bandit have been giving us some signs that things are changing for them. Once a star of the grooming program, Brandy was always game for a good brushing session. From time to time she would clearly communicate that her quarter...
by Bonnie Hammond | Feb 24, 2025 | Announcement, Bandit Bay, Brandy Snap, Clarissa, Cleopatra, Deja Vu, Mirana, Ranger, Sienna, Trixie, Tulip, Zuri
If you look at the current population of horses at SAFE right now, eleven of them are what we call “companions” — older horses that can’t really be ridden anymore…but still need a safe, permanent home. Any of these horses would tell you that caring for a companion...
by Lily Leitkowski | Jan 10, 2025 | Bandit Bay
Bandit may be on the older side, but her mind is sharp as a tack. A recent anecdote to prove such as true: One of the last times I (Lily) haltered Bandit, it was to hold her for the veterinarian. This was already a demerit against my character, but made even...
by Lily Leitkowski | Jun 14, 2024 | Bandit Bay, Brandy Snap
These two mares may be older in their years, but put them on pasture and they sure don’t act like it — these girls can rip! A necessary part of any turnout includes a good roll, and Brandy and Bandit, particularly the latter, prove how well-versed they are in the art...
by Lily Leitkowski | Apr 10, 2024 | Bandit Bay, Joel Conner Clinic Reports
Kirsten L has been working with Bandit for well over a year now, and has the following to say about their time spent together during the March Joel Conner clinic: “In working with Bandit at our 6th Clinic together, the saying ‘one step at a time’ rings true....
