Update — May 24, 2011
Zanadu’s potential adoption unfortunately fell through. Some concerns over her soundness in her right knee were raised by the vet which caused the adopter to back out of the adoption. We had Dr. Hannah out the following week to further evaluate her knee, which is…
A few words from Honeycutt (May 23 2011)
Everybody wants a horse they can ride. I say that any horse that would permit a human to sit on him has a serious lack of dignity. I say if humans want to go around in circles, they are fully capable of doing so under their own power. I had to do some righteous…
Lucky update
Lucky is doing fabulous! He has graduated to turnout in the round pen which he is quite happy about. He tolerates stall rest very well, but he’s a young, active horse with a lot of energy, so actually getting some time to stretch his legs makes him much more…
Bud and Brandy Update
Bud and Brandy are doing well in their new foster home in Sammamish. Bud is almost completely shed out, but Brandy is still holding on to some of her winter coat. They are both eating their mush well and also have 5 acres of lush pasture to munch on. Bud looks…
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…
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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Anderson is making great progress!
Anderson is doing excellent in training with Darik. He has spent some time relaxing into being a good gelding and getting used to the life as a domestic horse. We got to spend some time with him and watch Darik work him in the arena. He still has a cautious nature but…
Health Update: Phoenix
We wanted let everyone know where things are currently with Phoenix’s health and lameness status. After trying a few different shoeing options over the last few months, some that helped but some that didn’t, we decided to ask Dr. Devine from Pilchuck come out to take…
Health Update: Lola
It’s time for Lola to start her rehab and get ready to be shown to potential adopters again soon! Her lameness first showed up in December. After new shoes, X‑rays and even injecting her right coffin bone we came to the conclusion that Lola most likely had a soft…
Health Update: Nala
The past few months have caused a bit of frustration for Nala and her friends here at SAFE, as we have been dealing with some lameness issues with no real conclusions. Her new shoes in May helped solve problems related to conformation, but a new lameness appeared.…
A Message from Ginger’s Adopter
“I have had Ginger for a little over a year now and I can’t thank SAFE enough for everything you do. I am beyond blessed to have Ginger in my life. Horse ownership is not without its ups and downs but nothing could ever replace the bond I have with my little bay mare.…
Silly Fillies: Bridgit and Sophie
