Whisper — 2011 Update
We have a wonderful update and some photos to share of Whisper, who is now called “Domino” by her adopter, Sabra, from their site check in early April this year. Sabra and Domino seem very comfortable with each other. Domino ran up to us in the pasture and was easily…
Introducing the SAFE Advisory Board
We are privileged to have a number of talented and dedicated people working behind the scenes for SAFE, and the time has come to recognize them for their hard work. The SAFE Advisory Board meets once a month to discuss current SAFE business and make future plans. They…
Holly — Adopted!
Congratulations to Mary H. and her daughter Megan of Sammamish, WA on their adoption of Holly! Holly was originally part of a large animal control seizure in King County in February 2008. Only 2 at the time, she was fostered and later adopted by Merle S. of Duvall,…
Shasta and Sunny D — Intake 4/12/11
Shasta and Sunny D are two Miniature Horses that King County Animal Services seized from a property in Fall City on April 12th, 2011. They are eating well and past any refeeding concerns after a slow transition onto free-choice hay. They are also eating soaked hay…
Mr Pibb — 2 week post-rescue update — 4/30/11
Here are some photos of Mr Pibb from 4/30/11 showing his progress. Still a long way to go, and he is losing his winter coat in big chunks due to the rain rot and general neglect so has that typical “it looks worse before it looks better” stage.…
Mr Pibb — Intake photos and description — 4/12/11
“Mr Pibb” is a late-20s QH-type gelding that was surrendered by his owner, along with another horse, to King County Regional Animal Services and is currently in SAFE’s care as of April 12th, 2011. While we cannot discuss the details of the…
Bud and Brandy Update
Bud and Brandy came to us on February 27th after being surrendered by their owner to King County Regional Animal Services. While we cannot share any details of their situation as there is a case pending, we have been given permission by the…
May Volunteer of the Month: Caiti R
Our volunteer of the month for May is Caiti Raimer. Caiti is one of the volunteers at the SAFE farm in Monroe, but she’s done a lot more for SAFE than just cleaning stalls and grooming horses. This past November, Caiti’s passion for horses led her to write an article…
Open House and Tack Sale
April 26 from 12–3pm
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Bingo at the Barn
May 17 from 1–4 pm
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A Visit with April
Do you recognize this former SAFE horse? It’s April, who left SAFE over a year ago to live at Equamore Horse Sanctuary in Ashland OR. Jessica F visited her last week, and took some gorgeous photos of this lovely mare. April was brought into the barn to be groomed and…
Dental Day at Safe Harbor
Yesterday was a marathon day of dental care for the horses at Safe Harbor Stables. Dr McCracken of Rainland Equine did seven floats and some lameness consultations along with them. Here’s a rundown of how each of the horses did: Annabelle was not terrific about…
Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness with Dottie Belle
Dottie Belle has been living in foster care at Pacific Moon in Arlington for about six months now. Under Karen Moore and her team, Dottie has settled into a happy life outdoors among horse friends. Since her arrival, Heather Evans-Keliher and Eve Tai have visited with…
It’s been a long time, Khianna!
Khianna has spent the past three years or so living the good life at her foster home in Enumclaw. There she shared a five acre field with three other horses and enjoyed the great care provided by Denise M and her family. Khianna came to SAFE as an 13 year old, and we…
Welcoming Back an Old Friend
There’s a new face at Safe Harbor Stables, but it belongs to a horse that first came to SAFE way back in 2010. She was a 1997 registered Quarter Horse mare named Peppy Skippa Jewel, but we just called her Scarlett. She was originally signed over to SAFE by Animal…
California here he comes!
Leo is living the good life in sunny California! Like many of us from the PNW, the more arid climate is probably great for his breathing problems. Doesn’t he look happy?
