Stetson is a 29 year-old Quarter horse who spent most of his life as a lesson horse at a local stable, helping to teach people how to ride. He developed Cushings, which the owner treated, but when Stetson developed neurological issues at the age of 25 and would start tripping, it was obvious that he was no longer safe to ride. The owner first tried to sell him, but he tripped very badly and went down while she was showing him to a prospective buyer. She contacted Hanaeleh to see if we could take … [Read more...]
Trabuco Canyon, CA: 25 y/o Gelding Needs Home ASAP
Stetson is a 25 year-old, 16-hand chestnut Thoroughbred gelding who needs a good home. He was a lesson horse for the last few years of his life, but was diagnosed as being neurological, and will trip when ridden, so had to be retired. His owner could no longer use him for lessons, so asked Hanaeleh for help in placing him. At that time he was very thin and in need of vet care. We found a wonderful woman who agreed to take Stetson as a companion for her other gelding. Unfortunately after several … [Read more...]
Agoura, CA: Neurological Horse Needs Retirement Home or Will Be Euthanized
This horse needs a retirement home- he is scheduled to be euthanized in a few days if he does not find a safe place. He is neurological and cannot be ridden, but can have a nice retirement. He has no other health issues. The woman who is trying to find him a home has offered to pay $100/month for his care. Please see below for more on Rocky and contact … [Read more...]