Latest SAFE News
Sophie at the Open House
by Bonnie Hammond | Jun 28, 2015 | Sophie
Sophie was at her charming best this weekend, meeting and greeting at the SAFE Open House.
Emerald Downs “Where Are They Now?” — Doty Belle
by Bonnie Hammond | Jun 26, 2015 | Dottie, SAFE in the News
Dottie was the star of this week’s Where Are They Now? feature at Emerald Downs. This video contains a great message about the value of horses who cannot be ridden, and we’re super proud of SAFE Board Member Eve Tai for this terrific interview!
Let’s hear it for Anderson!
by Bonnie Hammond | Jun 26, 2015 | Anderson
Our gregarious gelding was released from the hospital last weekend and made an uneventful journey down to Vader WA where he will be starting kindergarden with trainer Darik Anderson. Testosterone is still ebbing away, but we have high hopes for this handsome fella. We…
New intake: Sophie
by Bonnie Hammond | Jun 18, 2015 | Sophie
We have a new horse to introduce. This is Sophie. She’s a 2 year old TB/QH filly that was surrendered to SAFE this morning. She sustained a bad injury to her neck about 3–4 days ago when she was impaled on an uncapped t‑post. The wound was not treated, leaving a…
Another Chance for Maggie
by Bonnie Hammond | Jun 15, 2015 | Maggie, Placed Horses
It always makes us sad to hear that one of the SAFE alumni is looking for a new home. While it’s our intention that every adoption will last forever, we understand that situations change and sometimes horses have to be rehomed. We do ask that our adopters take…
A Yellow Ribbon for our Golden Boy!
by Bonnie Hammond | Jun 15, 2015 | Phoenix
Phoenix, along with his barn mates Karma and Bridgit, competed this weekend at the English/Western show at the Hollywood Hills Saddle Club! Phoenix brought home a yellow third place ribbon, and these lovely photos by Jessica Farren! Enjoy! [gallery link=“file”…
Video: Cameo Under Saddle
by Bonnie Hammond | Jun 3, 2015 | Cameo
May Volunteer of the Month: Caren McMillen!
by Bonnie Hammond | May 31, 2015 | Volunteers of the Month
Caren has been volunteering at SAFE since February of 2014 and we are truly lucky to have her. Caren volunteers every Monday morning to feed the horses and do chores. She is always smiling during her shift and often stays around to help when needed. Beyond just…
Foster Update- Rocky
by Terry Phelps | May 26, 2015 | Rocky
We just got a nice update on Rocky from his foster mom Kellie: “Rocky has been out a couple more times in turnout. I am only putting him out when I can watch him for now. Unfortunately, we had to put down his “neighbor” on Monday, so, Rocky has now moved to the other…
Training Update: Oscar
by Bonnie Hammond | May 26, 2015 | Oscar
Here’s Oscar looking like a million bucks with Melonie Rainey in the saddle. We got an update recently from Melonie, who reports, “Oscar is doing excellent! But.…it’s up and down. He can be a real booger. He started bucking WAY too frequently with Zack [Melonie’s…
Get well, Anderson!
by Bonnie Hammond | May 26, 2015 | Anderson
Anderson is experiencing some complications related to his gelding surgery. He has increased swelling and general discomfort along with slightly depressed attitude. He was started on antibiotics today, and this will delay his discharge from Cedarbrook Vet Care. We’d…
Nala the Wonder Horse
by Bonnie Hammond | May 26, 2015 | Nala
What a difference a pair of shoes can make! Nala is doing much better in her new shoes donated by our farrier Jake Cowden. She is much more balanced and comfortable with a rider over the last two weeks since the shoes were put on. We took her on 3 trail rides this…
