A rough month for Lolaā¦
Lola has had a difficult month. She was becoming sour to work at the trot and canter about 4 weeks ago and we starting to question the saddle fit, other things that might be causing her discomfort and possible behavioral issues. She had been going so well this changeā¦
Bridgit training update from Kim Lacy
From trainer Kim Lacy: āBridgit is doing well. Sheās very sensible, she just has a lot of energy. Now that we are doing more āworkā she is better focused. The biggest issue with her right now is she is pretty weak in her hind end and over her back and she does getā¦
Kai Update
Kai is doing wonderful for both his riding work and behavior. He is getting to spend a few nights a week in the arena for turnout which has been great for his energy level and training rides. We are working right now to clear up some thrush in his front feet. Wetā¦
Video: Nala in hand and under saddle
Karma Liberty Work video
Karma and Terry have been working together at liberty since Karmaās rescue. If you recall, when she came to SAFE, Karma didnāt want to have much of anything to go with anybody. Working with her at liberty, Terry has established a beautiful bond with Karma and isā¦
Emmy Under Saddle Video
Here is the lovely miss Emmy working under saddle with SAFE volunteer rider Steph W. Does she look to you like a fun horse to ride? She must be because everyone who rides her says they never want to climb off her! What a beauty!
Lovely Karma
Here are some recent photos of our girl Karma, who continues to make phenomenal progress in partnership with Terry. In the under saddle photos you might notice that there is some string tied around Karmaās noseā¦Terry explains, āThat string holds the bit up inā¦
Pretty Cameo
Sienna: Horsemanship Clinic Report
Terry worked with newbie Sienna in the groundwork portions of the Joel Conner clinic, and had this to report: Sienna was a superstar for the Joel Conner clinic! She became very relaxed and calm in the clinic setting with the other horses around. She even stood quietlyā¦
Mason: Horsemanship Clinic Report
SAFE Barn Manager Lori M took her favorite guy Mason in the first day of the Joel Conner clinic. Hereās what Lori had to report: On June 22nd, Mason and I participated in the Joel Conner clinic Friday morning groundwork session. Mason was feeling his oats that morningā¦
Teddi: Horsemanship Clinic Report
Volunteer rider Phoebe T participated in the Joel Conner clinic with Teddi. Here are her reflections on the clinic and Teddiās progress: This is my 4th groundwork clinic, I now feel comfortable asking questions and asking for help. I have realized that much like forā¦
Nashville: Horsemanship Clinic Report
Nashville and her volunteer rider Casey A took part in the last Joel Conner clinic. Hereās what Casey had to say about the progress that Nashville is making: Nashville did very well during the riding portion of the Joel Conner clinic. At the last clinic, she was veryā¦
Stella: Horsemanship Clinic Report
Stella and Casey took part in the June Joel Conner Clinic and had this to report about their experience: I worked Stella during the groundwork sessions the first two days of the Joel Conner clinic. I had noticed that Stella was very troubled about changing eyes, theā¦
SAFE Alumni Update: Opal
Opal (now known as Bella) enjoyed a trip to the ocean with a friend! For updates on many of your favorite adopted SAFE horses, visit our SAFE Alumni Facebook group! Itās where SAFE adopters can post updates, photos, and videos of their SAFE horses, to shareā¦















