It's been a while since we've posted about our beautiful Ruby! She's turned 17 this year, and is up for adoption! Now that it's summertime and we have more time, we have been longeing Ruby everyday. She has so much energy! Megan loves to longe her, then spend about 15 minutes walking her out under saddle. It's great for Ruby to move off of the leg, practice bending, as well as encourage collection under saddle. We have also started taking Ruby out on the street. She is so great! We have … [Read more...]
For Adoption: Ruby- 16 y/o Thoroughbred Mare
We are pleased to announce that Ruby is now up for adoption! Ruby is a beautiful 16 year-old chestnut Thoroughbred mare who had been used as a broodmare before her previous owner lost her ranch. Ruby's registered name is Ruby J, and she was raced for a short time before being retired as a broodmare. You can see her racing history and pedigree here: http://www.pedigreequery.com/ruby+j When Hanaeleh took Ruby in, she had previously aborted her foal due to malnutrition. Hanaeleh does not … [Read more...]
UPDATE: Ruby
Ruby has been at Hanaeleh for a few months now, so we thought we'd share about how well she is doing. We did move her down with Tamahome for a few weeks, but she really did not enjoy being in the lower stall with him, so we moved her back up into a stall next to Ulysses and Rio, and she's much calmer and happier. In fact, she is quite in love with Ulysses, and calls for him when he is turned out. Horsie love! Ruby has been gaining weight steadily and looks great! We've had her feet done a … [Read more...]
We Have a New Horse at Hanaeleh, Here’s Ruby!
Hanaeleh received word earlier this week that HiCalibur Horse Rescue needed to place several horses who were in desperate need. The elderly owner of the horses had not been caring for them. The situation became more dire when it was discovered that the owner was being evicted from her home and the horses had nowhere to go. All of the horses, save one named Ruby (15 year-old Thoroughbred mare) found homes with other rescues and individuals across California. Hanaeleh offered to help HiCalibur … [Read more...]