Rescues

IN DESPERATE NEED OF DONATED ITEMS:
~ Winter Blankets (all sizes)
~ Metal Panels
~ Shelters
~ Heated Water Buckets
~ Farrier Services


Due to the large need for an Equine Rescue in our area, we have opened our doors. We are a privately owned facility and a group of loving family members dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation, and continued care of any neglected, abused or needy equine.

Our rescued animals come from all different situations. The only thing they do have in common, is the need for someone to intervene in their situation. The important thing to remember is that horses cannot help themselves. They must be cared for by knowledgable and patient owners.

RELINQUISHED EQUINES:
In some extreme cases we purchase horses in order to save them from their current situation, but in many cases their owners are willing to hand them over to a caring home. Many owners discover that in this economy it is difficult to continue caring for their equine friends. We attempt to provide great quality care for your animals, and search for a proper long-term home for your friend.  We also ask that the owner be wiling to give an intial donation towards the animals care, which isn't always possible

ADOPTIONS:
We do not place adoptable horses out on a "first-come, first-serve" basis. We interview each applicant, and only place horses in homes that are willing to care for and love the equine for the rest of its life. We require that all adoptable horses remain under the ownership of Sar Shalom Stables, that way we can remain in control of their future welfare and know that no animal will be sold or re-homed without our knowledge.

Adoption fees are used strictly for the care of our rescued animals, so that we may continue our mission of saving other unwanted and neglected equines. All other funds used for their care, if not donated,  come from our own pockets.

At no time do we use Auctions or Horse Traders to dispose of animals placed in our care.

We are a PRIVATE RESCUE. 





MEET THE HORSES:


WARNING!!!!  WARNING!!!! WARNING!!!!

There are graphic pictures on this page!!


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JEWEL: (Reg. "Freckles Poco Jewel") Arrived 10/2/09 AQHA Bay Mare. This mare arrived at the farm in horrible condition. The worst case we have seen in many years. She was extremely emaciated and arrived with a 2 month old Colt at her side.


Day 1:
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Today:
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READY FOR ADOPTION!!!!




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CHANCE: (Reg: "Poco Doc N Peppy")Arrived 10/2/09. AQHA Palomino colt.  Chance arrived with the above mare, still nursing and very, very small. At 2 months of age he was roughly the size of a newborn foal. He also suffered from joint weakness, due to malnutrition during critical growth periods in the womb. Chance is extremely friendly, and "in-your-face" personality.


Week 3:
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Today:
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READY FOR ADOPTION!!!




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NAUGHTY:  Arrived 8/30/09 AQHA 21 y.o. Dun Mare. This mare arrived emaciated, and scarred up. She has an old injury to her front left knee, and is confirmed in-foal. Incredibly sweet natured, and gentle. 

Day 1:
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Day 20:
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Now:
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NAUGHTY IS AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION TO AN APPROVED RETIREMENT HOME. 
SHE WILL RETIRE ON OUR FARM IF NOT PLACED.




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TUCKER: Arrived 8/30/09 with the above mare. 
Jockey Club Registered TB Gelding.  16 HH. Sweet natured, loves people. Arrived with a 14" long, 5" deep gash through his left chest muscle. The injury occured when his previous owner forced him into a 2-horse trailer while the divider caught him in the chest. Tucker also obtained other marks and scars caused by his buyers abusive behaviors on areas such as his front legs, hocks, neck, face, and eyes. On Tuckers arrival it was learned that his injury had not been treated or seen by a Veterinarian since it occured 8-15-09. The vet has also treated Tucker for deep bruising around his right eyes due to abusive treatment.


Day 1:
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Day 8                                     Day 14
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Day 21                                     Day 30
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Today:
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ADOPTED!!!!!




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SONATA: Arrived 4/2/09. Yearling Arabian Cross Filly. Arrived with extreme joint deformities, and digestive issues. She weighed only 160 lbs. on arrival. 
Sonata passed away 2 weeks after arrival.

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BUCKWHEAT: Arrived 4/2/09 with the above filly. Yearling Arabian Cross. Arrived thin and full of worms, but overall healthy. He developed similiar joint deformities as Sonata, and his new Adopters have agreed to give him the necessary surgery should he need it in the future. The veterinarian stated that the joint issues were due to malnutrition during critical growth times in his 1st year. He currently gets around fine, and is able to move just as a normal horse would.
ADOPTED!!!

Day 1
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5 1/2 months later
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Buckwheat has been adopted by a loving family, and has a lifetime friend named "Spanky".  8/22/09

Thank you JOHN and MELODY!!!





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SKEETER: Arrived 2/10/06. Yearling AQHA colt. Skeeter arrived thin and very small. His winter coat was compensating for his lack of fat. His owner was going to put him down because of his small size. I volunteered to take him, and turns out he grew to be a full sized horse.
ADOPTED!!!

Day 1                                                  Day 180
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Skeeter Today!
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Skeeter was adopted by Lani and is currently in training!!!

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We often have a rescues available for adoption and fostering. Please contact Chelsea at Sar Shalom Stables for more information regarding ADOPTION,  FOSTER CARE, VOLUNTEERING and DONATIONS towards helping our rescues. Each horse has it's own story, and will easily touch your heart with their love and spirit.
406-861-4550        info@sarshalomtables.com


 
 
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