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Getting to Know Eda

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…

The Thrills of Foal Watch

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

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

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…

Esme in May

Esme in May

Little Ese-may-may has really matured over the last few months. She’s developed a more settled and relaxed disposition and has been very well-behaved. We had some soundness concerns with her right front, but with good shoes and some rest, she’s now looking…

Getting to Know Frida

Getting to Know Frida

We’re taking it slow with our mama-to-be! Our goal is to build trust and support her in bringing her foal safely into the world. We’ve already made incredible progress from those first interactions with this sensitive, protective mare. When we first met Frida and…

A Very Special Trinket

A Very Special Trinket

What a delightful young mare Trinket has become over the past few months under SAFE’s care. Our little ugly duckling is beginning a beautiful transformation and will one day mature into a lovely palomino mare. It’s been refreshing to see how quickly she’s changed—and…

May Volunteer of the Month: Elaine Rose

May Volunteer of the Month: Elaine Rose

Congratulations to our May Volunteer of the Month, Elaine Rose! Elaine has been a cherished member of the SAFE community for nearly three and a half years, bringing warmth, dedication, and a generous spirit to everything she does. As a vital part of our Friday AM…

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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Tulip Feeling her Oats

Tulip Feeling her Oats

Down the road at her foster home, Tulip has been doing exceptionally well. This beautiful chestnut mare is a far cry from the thin horse seized by Animal Control earlier this year. She is looking appropriately round these days, and clearly feeling great! When she is…

Alumni Update: Zoe

Alumni Update: Zoe

Zoe continues to do well with her adoptive family. They enjoy going on trail rides together, with Erik being the only one to ride Zoe.

Alumni Update: Champagne

Alumni Update: Champagne

Champagne is a companion for a retired TB mare whom he shares a paddock with during the day. He is very happy with his mare and loves being by her side.

A Day in the Life with Zuri

A Day in the Life with Zuri

7:45 AM — Rise and shine! I greet the day, and my neighbor Veronica. The weather has changed towards the drier, but sleeping outside is not my cup of sweet water — I much prefer to luxuriate in a plush stall. So you’ll find me inside in the mornings, waiting patiently…

A Lifetime of Safety Means Being There for Our Alumni—Always

A Lifetime of Safety Means Being There for Our Alumni—Always

Miss Pepper recently returned to SAFE after a routine alumni check revealed she was no longer being ridden regularly. She was living in a paddock with two other mares, receiving good care, consistent feeding, and companionship from both horses and humans. Overall, she…

Alumni Update: Kelly

Alumni Update: Kelly

We recently received an update on Kelly from Dr. Heather and Laura: Kelly came to Steven’s animal sanctuary in 2023, when she needed a retirement home. She was a SAFE favorite for her gentle spirit, but she was older and struggled with lameness and some hoof and skin…

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