TRAIN 'EM

When they first arrive, we generally have no idea what they know. Our first step is ground work. Both Bill and Rhondavena train and were lucky enough to learn from Clinton Anderson. Once we find their buttons, it's time to determine if they can transition to other riders. If they are safe, we consider them adoptable. Bobby Socks, pictured above, runs happily in a lush field with her adopters. We found just the right people for her.

SAVE 'EM

The medical issues they arrive with are many. We've dealt with everything from Canker, to founder, to untreated skin infections, to contagious respiratory infections, to rickets.... and, most often? STAV We only take horses who are in critical situations. We do not take equine that can be easily rehomed. But we'll help if we can. Angel, the dear pony above continued to gain and was a happy girl. Nine months after arrival, she passed peacefully. There was too much damage from starvation but we were so happy to give her the time with us she had and she was truly loved.

LOVE 'EM

Once here they are family and loved by the whole SFES family. Our goal is for each equine to receive attention and love daily. All are fed twice daily, have inground waterers but that's not enough. They need to learn to trust humans again. Volunteers join in to give treats, groom and simply give some love. Orla, pictured above was an Amish work horse that almost went to slaughter. She arrived with Canker (hoof disease) and has had 5 surgeries and healthy back hooves. We begin on the fronts this Spring.