Sunny & Shasta in foster care!
Foster update: our mini ambassadors, Shasta and Sunny, are currently residing with board member Debi Shatos. They were in need of some additional training and she’s agreed to work with them to ensure they are both adorable AND well behaved. Yesterday they participated…
May Volunteer of the Month: Emily Bullard
Please join me in congratulating our May Volunteer of the Month, Emily Bullard! When Emily was nominated for Volunteer of the Month, SAFE Development Director Bonnie Hammond has this to say: Emily is one of my absolute best go-to gals when it comes to “customer…
Buckwheat update
Great update on Bucky!! He can be a bit of a woolly mammoth so foster mom Krissy clipped him to make him more comfortable. Doesn’t he look great? “We are having the best best best time with Buckwheat! He has a nice new hair cut and is feeling better than ever! He…
Another update from Brandii Bask
Seems we just updated Brandii’s page to share her ponying adventure on the trails, but we’ve got another foster update to tell you about! Brandii was ridden on Sunday in the arena by KristiM (thank goodness for small rider). She was much more relaxed and went in all…
JR Update
JR left last week for his new foster home at the newly rebuilt barn at Dutch Mills Farm. JR is one of six horses that are now living in Helga Roberts’ beautiful new barn, and we are grateful to Helga for offering him a place during this time of rebuilding and…
Shiloh’s next big adventure!
Shiloh arrived yesterday to her new digs at lovely Bear Creek Farm in Woodinville. Lucky Shiloh has been invited to stay there for the near future and while she is there, she will be getting 5 days a week of riding and handling from her foster mother, Brittney.…
A message for our supporters
As many of you know, SAFE is in a period of transition following the recent resignation of Jaime Taft. During this transition, we want to assure everyone that SAFE will continue to be a vital presence in our community. Upholding the commitments that SAFE has made to…
Announcing a Change in Leadership
The SAFE Board of Directors has accepted the resignation of Jaime Taft. As Co-Founder and President, the Board recognizes the impact of her service and her passionate commitment to the horses and organization of SAFE. With the support of our community and the strength…

Phoenix: Health update
To help understand Phoenix’s navicular diagnosis, we asked Dr. Devine from Pilchuck to write up a brief explanation of the diagnosis and treatment options. We are currently managing him with shoe that have a lift in the heels and he seems happy and is looking good. To…
KOMO‑4: Anakin’s remarkable progress: ‘He’s really come a long way’
Anakin’s remarkable progress: ‘He’s really come a long way’ BY STEVE MCCARRON Aired MONDAY, FEBRUARY 1ST 2016 Click here to view the news story on the KOMO‑4 website! WOODINVILLE, Wash. — A local horse that was near the brink of death in mid-December is making…
January Volunteer of the Month: Nicole Brandenburg
People contribute to SAFE in lots of different ways. Some help at the barn, others work on fundraising or special events, others by donating, and some special individuals volunteer as members of SAFE’s Operations Council. Nicole is one of those and her position is not…
Delilah at Half Trak Farm
River at Half Trak Farm
Home from the Hospital!
We welcomed Anakin to Safe Harbor Stables on Wednesday, a long awaited homecoming for everyone at SAFE. After four weeks at Pilchuck Veterinary Hospital, Anakin was released from their excellent care into ours. Finally strong enough to stand up without the aid of the…