Latest SAFE News
Angel Gains Her Wings
We are saddened to share that alumna Angel has crossed the Rainbow Bridge. Angel was in her mid-30s when she found her way to her adoptive home, where she spent her final years surrounded by love, friendship, and a family who cherished her exactly as she was. Her…
Happily Ever After for Rella, Jefa, TeSelle, and Emery
The story of the four minis — Rella, Jefa, TeSelle, and Emery — is really like a modern day fairy tale. The quartet were rescued from a sad situation back in January, and spent the first part of the year with us, receiving long overdue medical care and learning how to…
June Volunteer of the Month: Ann Marie Raab
Congratulations to our June Volunteer of the Month, Ann Marie Raab! Since she began volunteering at SAFE in 2023, Ann Marie has been reliable, knowledgeable and meticulous about her work—a tremendous asset to all the AM chores crews who have had the privilege of…
May Joel Conner Clinic Report: Ranger
Beck Wren brought Ranger into the groundwork portion of the May Joel Conner horsemanship clinic. Here’s what he shared about the experience: “Ranger didn’t learn very much during the groundwork portion of May’s Joel Conner clinic here at Safe Harbor Stables, but I…
Alumni Update: Ciara and Inula
Ciara and Inula are both doing well, living a nice life with their pasture mate, CJ, and adopter, Eric. Patience is required to halter Inula for trimming or vet check-ups, but Eric wins her over with his gentle ways. He loves all his animals and knows them as…
Wednesday Wears a Saddle
Wednesday’s first saddling at SAFE was a mellow affair. Wednesday herself is a pretty mellow gal, so it was perhaps not too big of a surprise, but still a very pleasant reality for us. We will continue to work Wednesday on the ground to prepare her for her first…
Alumni Update: Moshi (Moxie)
Moxie is now about 9 years old and doing fantastic. She continues to flourish and has really gotten into a groove in Alabama. She is very vocal, greeting everyone coming into the barn with a whinny and letting the other horses know she HAS MOXIE! Elle has started…
Brownie is Adopted!
Sweet news: Brownie has found a home! Tom came to SAFE looking for a horse he could grow and learn alongside, and met Brownie, who fit his bill to a T. The two hit it off, with Tom visiting the handsome pinto several times so they could really get a feel for one…
Alumni Update: Boone (Mr. Fezziwig)
Boone (now Mr. Fezziwig’s) adopter, Wendy, sent us a couple of very cute photos in March.
Alumni Update: Jupiter (Apollo)
Here are a couple of recent photos of Jupiter, now Apollo, and Marissa.
Alumni Update: Otto
Gabby provided an update on Otto this spring: Otto is blossoming. He’s been doing a lot of travel with me to barrel races and friends’ houses for more exposure and riding opportunities through this very wet winter. He loves getting out and being social! He has regular…
Alumni Update: Freya
Freya’s adopter, Manuela, provided us an update in April. Freya is now 35 years old. As of last month (March) she has entered hospice care due to her arthritis and degradation, especially of her right front foot. She seems to feel very well these days despite the…
