Gypsy is a permanent resident of Hanaeleh. She continues to be the queen of the ranch, even though she lives in the lower paddock. She is a wild Mustang, and Mustangs often only will bond with one person, and that person happens to be Elizabeth. Gypsy loves Elizabeth, and really dislikes everyone else (unless you are offering her treats- in that case, you may give her the treat, and then you may leave). Elizabeth often will pony Gypsy off of Tamahome when she goes riding around the … [Read more...]
6 month old Shepherd Mix Needs Home
We don't usually post dogs who need homes on this page, but one of our supporters rescued a dog and is looking to find him a home. He is currently with the family in Tustin, CA, but they are looking to find him a good home. For more information, please contact Alisa: [email protected] Boone is 6 months old and is NOT neutered, although we are looking into finding a low-cost neuter clinic, and he will probably need his vaccinations as well. He IS house trained and IS crate trained. He is good … [Read more...]
Awful News: RIP Rio and RIP Freya
Monday, January 3, 2022 was so awful I don't even know how to explain it. I was called out early Monday morning because Freya was having some difficulties getting up. She has severe DSLD (fallen fetlocks) in her hind legs, so as this disease progresses, it makes it more and more difficult for her to use her hind legs. She has been having difficulties getting up for a few months- usually when I rush out there, she sees me and just gets up, and then looks at me as if to say, "What's your … [Read more...]
RIP Rio
We are so sorry to report that we had to say goodbye to our Rio, a 28 year-old paint horse who has been at Hanaeleh since 2009. Rio colicced early on Monday, January 3rd, and while we called the vet out immediately, an ultrasound showed that he had twists in his lower intestine which could only be resolved through surgery. Due to his age and health issues, we had to make the very difficult decision to end Rio's suffering. Rio was rescued when his owner was unable to support him financially … [Read more...]