
Ciara at Foster
Sweet Ciara went off to foster this winter, at a lovely spot just down the road from SAFE. Her foster family had just lost their gelding, and were in need of a companion for their older mare. In the herd settings she had been tried with here, Ciara was an easy-going…

Winter’s Workout
We’re not body shaming, but when Winter arrived back in April 2024, she was in need of a diet. Being overweight as she was put Winter at risk for various health conditions, including laminitis, and so we cut her calories immediately upon intake. Now, nine months…

Andy’s Favorite: Mahina
There are many reasons to love Mahina, and here Andy talks about a few of them.

Week in Review: January 5 — 11
A haiku for this week’s Week in Review: Weekend is over It is time to look back on What we did last week

Round-Up at Grange Supply
We want to give a huge thank you to Grange Supply, for their Round-up for SAFE fundraising campaign this holiday season! In November and December, Grange Supply customers had the opportunity to round up their purchase amount or make a donation supporting the horses at…

Edward over Cavalettis
In the new year, Edward has made it his resolution to try new things. including popping over a few cavalettis under saddle. We think Edward looks quite striking in english tack, and he certainly doesn’t seem to have anything bad to say about it. Edward is just…

One Smart Mare: Bandit
Bandit may be on the older side, but her mind is sharp as a tack. A recent anecdote to prove such as true: One of the last times I (Lily) haltered Bandit, it was to hold her for the veterinarian. This was already a demerit against my character, but made even worse…

Meghan’s Favorite: Mirana
There are many reasons to love Mirana, and here Meghan talks about a few of them.

Heart of the Horse
July 19 from 5–10pm
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Joel Conner Horsemanship Clinic
Aug 15–17
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Open House and Tack Sale
Sept 27 from 12–3pm
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Alumni Update: Dolly (Rose)
Rose (formerly Dolly) and her adopter Angela are doing great. They made a move to Oregan and enjoy rides in the woods on the weekends with friends. Angela has found that Rose enjoys trail riding a lot better than arena riding.
The Valentine Seizure
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…

Trixie is Adopted!
Our favorite kind of failure is the foster kind. We could not be happier to announce that Trixie has been adopted from her foster home! She’s been spending the last half-year or so living her very best life alongside Alumna Rae, getting completely and utterly doted on…

March Volunteer of the Month: Whitney-Bear Bradsher
Congratulations to our March Volunteer of the Month, Whitney-Bear Bradsher! For the past two years, Whitney-Bear has dedicated her time, hard work, and compassion to SAFE, making a meaningful impact on our community. She is a vital member of our Saturday PM crew,…

Alumni Update: Ruger (Koa)
We recently checked in with Koa (formerly Ruger) and his adopter Barb. Koa is doing great! He goes for walks twice a week with Barb in Bridle Trails and spends time playing with his mini horse friends in the paddock. He also enjoys the benefits of monthly massages!…

Alumni Update: Gabby & Caramel (Carra)
Our beloved alumni Carra and Gabby are thriving under their adopter Trisha’s care. They enjoy their VIP life on her serene, peaceful farm in Monroe with their herd mates Tess and Hazel. Both have come so far with Trisha. Carra is now being trimmed by her farrier…