Latest SAFE News
Ben at the Joel Conner Clinic, April 16–17, 2016
by Bonnie Hammond | Apr 21, 2016 | Ben, Joel Conner Clinic Reports
(as reported by Ben’s regular rider, Lisa Garr) In December of 2015, Ben and I participated in a clinic at SAFE with trainer Joel Conner and I was just hoping he would stay calm enough to participate safely. Well, he blew me away then with his focus, willingness, and…
Eye Surgery is a Success
by Bonnie Hammond | Apr 13, 2016 | Anakin
We have good news to share: Anakin had his eye surgery done last Thursday and it was a complete success. He spent the night after the surgery at Rainland Farm Equine Clinic so Dr McCracken could watch over him following the procedure, and he was released into our care…
Jessel Medical Update
by Bonnie Hammond | Apr 8, 2016 | Jessel
On February 5th, Jessel sustained a skull fracture while she and Tess were playing in turnout. Radiographs were taken and determined that the fracture was about 2 1/2” long and had slightly dislodged the bone in her face. She was prescribed antibiotics, pain…
2016 Q1 Impact Statement
by Bonnie Hammond | Mar 31, 2016 | Quarterly Impact Statements
New Horses Intake Date: Feb 4, 2016 Aubrey (owner surrender) Placed Horses none Euthanized Horses Shay (medical reasons)
An Amazing Transformation
by Bonnie Hammond | Mar 31, 2016 | Anakin
Anakin, March 30, 2016 (Photos by Jessica Farren)
Stella Medical Update
by Bonnie Hammond | Mar 30, 2016 | Stella
On March 24th, Stella came up completely lame on the left hind leg. Dr. McCracken came out and diagnosed her with a peroneus tertius tendon rupture. This tendon is part of the apparatus in the hind limb that coordinates flexion and extension of the stifle and hock.…
First meeting of new friends
by Bonnie Hammond | Mar 25, 2016 | Aubrey, Marta
With Shay’s recent passing, Marta was in need of a new friend to join her at her lovely foster home in Fall City. Since we’ve determined that Aubrey is not sound enough to be ridden, she seemed a good choice. Here are photos of the two mares meeting for the first time…
Jessel Liberty Work
by Bonnie Hammond | Mar 23, 2016 | Jessel
Nadia Update!
by Bonnie Hammond | Mar 18, 2016 | Nadia
Hi Bonnie, We wanted to write and give you an update on Nadia! We adopted her from SAFE almost 5 years ago. She was my daughter Zoë’s very first horse and she is now riding her for WAHSET for Yelm High School. I thought I’d send you some pictures of our first couple…
Run free, Shay
by Bonnie Hammond | Mar 18, 2016 | In Memory, Shay
Strength and beauty. Two words that perfectly describe Shay. In the four years that we have known her, we’ve seen her battle back from neglect to become a vibrantly, beautiful mare. She’s lived a happy life in the company of her best friend Marta under the wonderful…
Anakin Update — March 14, 2016
by Bonnie Hammond | Mar 14, 2016 | Anakin
Another month has flown by and the skelatal horse we met back in December is becoming more and more of a memory. Anakin has now put on nearly 200 pounds since his rescue, and he is starting to glow with renewed health and vitality. He’s enjoying more and more turnout…
Chance Site Visit Photos
by Bonnie Hammond | Mar 9, 2016 | Chance
