by Lily Leitkowski | May 12, 2025 | Frida, Paloma
On May 9th, just as the clock rolled over, at 12:31AM, Frida welcomed her filly, Paloma Isabel into the world. Her birth was fast and without complications. We were then waiting for the 1–2‑3 guidelines: standing within one hour, nursing within two, and the...
by Bonnie Hammond | May 7, 2025 | Frida
FRIDA FOAL WATCH kicked into full gear on Sunday night when we noticed some signs that she might be getting close. Being the overachievers that we are, we began checking on Frida every hour and logging our observations. It’s now Wednesday afternoon and no baby yet…but...
by Terry Phelps | May 2, 2025 | Frida
We’re taking it slow with our mama-to-be! Our goal is to build trust and support her in bringing her foal safely into the world. We’ve already made incredible progress from those first interactions with this sensitive, protective mare. When we first met Frida...
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...
by Bonnie Hammond | Mar 5, 2025 | Alvaro, Arionna, Eda, Frida, Maisy, Venturo, Wednesday
Two weeks ago, news broke that law enforcement agencies in Thurston County had seized hundreds of roosters bred for fighting from a property in Yelm. It was also reported that a number of other farm animals, including horses, cows, and goats, had been removed from the...
