Articles Tagged 'Horse Rescue'
American Standardbred Love Story- Life Lessons from a Horse
What I learned from an off the track American Standardbred named Homie and the kindness of strangers, who share a love for horses. by Sarah Foisy Hello, my name is Sarah. I have a story to tell, and I believe my story so important that I am willing to tell… Read more »
An Old Fashioned Christmas Horse Parade in Lexington, Michigan
Welcoming the Holiday Season with Horses! Equine pageantry and equestrian fun at the Old Fashioned Christmas Horse Parade in Lexington, Michigan. by Karen Braschayko The first of the 141 equines in Lexington, Michigan's Christmas parade. Sleigh bells and horses bolster the magic of our winter holidays. These icons are a… Read more »
Give Thanks and Give Back to Horses and Humans for Thanksgiving
Here we are now in that time of year when we traditionally reflect on our blessings with family and friends and all that we have for which we are grateful. Here is my little contribution for this season. Thanks for our Riding Instructors and Mentors If you ever had an… Read more »
Eight Reasons to Go to Your Local Horse Festival
How to get the most out of the equine expos and equestrian fairs near you. by Karen Braschayko If you’re anything like me, the process of attending a horse fair or expo goes like this: I spot event information online or receive the flyer in my mailbox. I get really… Read more »
Akindale Thoroughbred Rescue with Stephanie Cowser
Stephanie Cowser shares her story of how her love of Thoroughbred horses led her to visit Akindale Thoroughbred Rescue in New York. She was so inspired by the horses and people that she became a part of their team. Learn more about ATBR's mission and the daily commitment needed to care… Read more »
Race2Ring Comes to the Rescue of Ex-Racehorses
According to statistics released by The Jockey Club, approximately 25,000 U.S. Thoroughbred foals were born in 2011. Only a small percentage of these will become successful racehorses. Have you ever wondered where they will go after their racing careers end? by Raina Paucar As horse lovers, we all want to… Read more »
Volunteer Opportunities with Horses
"Your life and mine should be valued not by what we take...but by what we give." -Edgar Allen, Founder of Easter Seals By Jill Overacker Summer is a great time to begin volunteering or to start your search for opportunities this fall. Giving of your time is an excellent way… Read more »
The Promise: My Defining Moment
By Laurie Wagner, Volunteer Ambassador Days End Farm Horse Rescue You know, I’ve had many people tell me I should write a book about my life. I thought I would start here, about a story of a “promise” that was made at a horse rescue, back in the year… Read more »
Horse Rescues: Helping Unwanted Horses
Learn about Unwanted Horses in America, spotlighting Days End Horse Farm and Kentucky's Secretariat Center By Equitrekking host Darley Newman Lately, more and more people are talking about the unwanted horse problem in America. It seems to be everywhere I turn, and not just in the news. I’m hearing stories… Read more »
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