Latest SAFE News
Ben: SAFE Show August 2017
by Terry Phelps | Aug 10, 2017 | Ben
Ben had an amazing showing at this years SAFE show. Everyday he was more and more relaxed. Lisa has been working hard gaining his trust and supporting him through his anxieties to feel calm and relaxed.…
SAFE Horses at the SAFE Show!
by Bonnie Hammond | Aug 8, 2017 | Ben, Cameo, Stevie, Tasara
Here are just a few of the photos from Jessica Farren of the current SAFE horses that competed at the SAFE Benefit Horse Show. It was a fabulous weekend of competition, and we all had a marvelous time! Click to enlarge: [gallery link=“file”…
SAFE Alumni at the SAFE Show
by Bonnie Hammond | Aug 6, 2017 | Baxter, Bucky B Lucky, Moonshine, Owen
We had several SAFE Alumni come out to compete at the 2017 SAFE Benefit Horse Show. SAFE Alum Bucky B Lucky won the Champion SAFE Alumni award, competing successfully in English, Dressage, and Western Halter & Showmanship. SAFE Alums Owen, Moonshine, and Baxter…
July Volunteer of the Month: Samantha Jacobsen
by Bonnie Hammond | Jul 31, 2017 | Volunteers of the Month
Native Washingtonian Samantha Jacobsen is being recognized by Save a Forgotten Equine (SAFE) horse rescue as July Volunteer of the Month for serving on multiple chore shifts and helping out at special events, most recently at Redmond Derby Days. Sam has been…
Take a ride on Lacey!
by Bonnie Hammond | Jul 31, 2017 | Lacey
Mason goes around the world!
by Bonnie Hammond | Jul 29, 2017 | Mason
Barn Manager Lori McMasters has a huge place in her heart for Mason, and spends lots of time working with him on the ground in preparation for returning to saddle work when he is ready. (And only when he is ready — he will tell us when it’s time!) Lori built this…
Clinic & Photo Update: Jessel
by Terry Phelps | Jul 14, 2017 | Jessel
We got a chance to see Jessel recently when Joel brought her along to the June clinic. We were amazed to see how well this youngster is going under saddle — it only goes to show you the value of good foundations and a proper start! She had her moments — testing Joel,…
Beautiful Dottie Belle
by Bonnie Hammond | Jul 14, 2017 | Dottie
Diana sent us these photos from a recent visit with Dottie. Stunning!
Clinic & Photo Update: Raven
by Terry Phelps | Jul 14, 2017 | Joel Conner Clinic Reports, Raven
Raven was such a brave girl for her first groundwork clinic with Joel Conner this past month. Thhe transformation in her was really something to see. Raven is learning to relax and accept new things and find peace and comfort from her handlers. She is beautiful to…
Vida is officially a companion horse
by Terry Phelps | Jul 13, 2017 | Vida
Unfortunately we are going to have to retire Vida as a riding horse. Off and on since we got her, she has had a slight lameness in her front right hoof. It would come and go but recently it was enough for us to call Dr. Fleck to come take a look. He discovered in the…
Nora at Liberty
by Bonnie Hammond | Jul 13, 2017 | Nora
You don’t have to ride to enjoy horses! Take a look at Sarah doing liberty work with Nora. This is an incredible way to create a bond with your horse. SAFE has so many unrideable horses that are waiting for homes! These are horses who have so much to give and so much…
Nora’s World
by Bonnie Hammond | Jul 13, 2017 | Nora
Nora has been back at SAFE for several weeks now, and she’s settling in well. She spends her days in a field with Vida, Rosie, and Prince, and her evenings resting in her stall. She’s being re-introduced to good ground manners, and although she’d probably prefer to…
