Welcome to the World, Paloma!
On May 9th, just as the clock rolled over, at 12:31AM, Frida welcomed her filly, Paloma Isabel into the world. Her birth was fast and without complications. We were then waiting for the 1–2‑3 guidelines: standing within one hour, nursing within two, and the placenta…
Wednesday and Venturo at Foster
Wednesday is raising her colt out at foster, where the daily grind looks like this. Oh, to be a young horse with the zoomies!
Three Months with our Silver Rose
This big-hearted mare has become comfortable with grooming, vet visits, and farrier care. She loves coming into her stall each night for dinner. In addition to all-day turnout in her paddock, a few times a week she gets to let loose and play in the arena. She’s an…
Getting to Know Eda
We’re excited about this lovely mare! Eda was the last member of the Valentine Herd to join us at SAFE. During our first interactions, she was cautious — testing her safety around us, reacting jumpily to touch, and showing signs of anxiety when she felt confused or…
May Joel Conner Clinic Report: Harissa
Lexee has been working with Harissa, and recently participated in the May Joel Conner clinic alongside this fiery redhead. Here’s what she has to say: “Harissa has been going great with her newest fashion piece of a saddle. And wearing it has brought out some new life…
The Thrills of Foal Watch
FRIDA FOAL WATCH kicked into full gear on Sunday night when we noticed some signs that she might be getting close. Being the overachievers that we are, we began checking on Frida every hour and logging our observations. It’s now Wednesday afternoon and no baby…
Introducing Inky
We welcomed our newest herd member to SAFE last week, a miniature horse gelding named Inky. Inky came to us by way of Pierce County Animal Control, and had a whirlwind first few days following his arrival. By his third day here, he was already up to date on his vet…
Marvelous Mahina
“If Mahina’s personality is any indication of what the Saddlebred breed has to offer—call me a fan. She’s continued to grow into a soft, gentle, and kind soul. Her drive to connect with people and fellow horses is something truly unique and special. Being around her…
Thank You, Equity Residential!
We want to give a massive shout out to Equity Residential who came out for a work party at the end of May. These folks blew our minds with their enthusiasm, sense of community, thoroughness, and sheer joy at getting to work around the horses. They came ready to…
Listening Closely to Our Older Mares — Brandy & Bandit
Over the last six months, Brandy and Bandit have been giving us some signs that things are changing for them. Once a star of the grooming program, Brandy was always game for a good brushing session. From time to time she would clearly communicate that her quarter was…
Alumni Update: Rhythm
Here is a recent update from Hillary: These days, Rhythm spends most of his days enjoying retirement with his old pal Jimmy. We do however enjoy good grooming sessions and the occasional lunging session or bareback ride around the pasture. Back in our good ole days,…
Mahina’s First Saddling
In the year she has been with us, Mahina has experienced a lot of firsts: first bath, first dental, first farrier appointment. After many hours of groundwork, Mahina was ready for another first: wearing a saddle. The first time being cinched up was momentarily…
June Volunteer of the Month: Eric Whittle
Congratulations to our June Volunteer of the Month, Eric Whittle! Since joining SAFE in February 2024, Eric has been a bright and dependable presence on both our Monday AM and Wednesday PM chore teams. Always arriving prepared and with a smile, Eric brings positivity…
Alumni Update: Billy
Billy is doing well. He lives in a side-by-side paddock next to Anne’s mare, Vinnie. They have a brother/sister relationship and can intermittently irk each other, but they also lick and nuzzle each other through the fence. Billy gets to have a peaceful life without…
