Babe is a 18 yr. old, chestnut Quarter Horse mare that came to us in November of 2004.  She stands about 15 hands tall.  When Babe first came to the rescue, we were told that she was very mean and would chase humans out of her pen at any chance she got.  Well, we found that to be very true.  She would not let you mount up on her without trying to bite and/or kick at you all at the same time.  After a winter of "sucking up" to her, she has become of the favorites at the rescue and has been ridden by all levels of riders (she's great with all ages).  With a change of attitude about her human caretakers -- she is one awesome mare.  Note:  Babe was on our Residents page, however, because of her great progress, she is now available for adoption.  Because of her past, she will require a special home with owners who will treat her with the kindness and love that she deserves. 

Cricket (our Phalon's daughter) is a yearling Pintabian filly that arrived at the rescue in the summer of 2007.  We acquired her to keep our Shydee company.  She is very friendly and full of vigor.  Now that she is older, she is ready to go to a new home. 

Goldie

Goldie is an 18 yr. old POA mare that came to us in September of 2005.  She came to us because her owners were moving and just couldn't take her along.  In the past she has been a brood mare, show horse and trail horse.  When she came to us, she had abscesses in her front feet and had foundered in the past.  Even though Goldie's show and trail days are behind her, she could still be used to give the "little ones" a ride!  Update:  Goldie had been in foster care for the winter and is now back at the rescue. 

Hope to Boogie

Hope is a 14 year old registered Thoroughbred mare that arrived at the rescue in September of 2006.  She stands 16.2 hands.  In the past, Hope was used as a racehorse and as a broodmare.  Because of an injury to her back leg during her racing career, she can only be used as a companion horse.  She is a nice mare and gets along well with other horses.  She is ready to go.  If you would like to see Hope's back leg, click here.  Sponsored by:  Don & Linda Wilson, River Falls, WI

Dixie was foaled in 1999 and is registered in The American Percheron Association.  She stands 16.3 hands, has a beautifully dished head, straight legs, strong short back and neck.  Dixie had been used as a broodmare.  She has had 2 sessions with a professional trainer based on Natural Horsemanship and she is broke to ride - although green broke would be the correct term as she needs more "mileage."  She has also learned to pull logs, etc., and has been trail ridden.  Dixie has an extremely sweet nature but her size requires someone with experience to handle her.  She likes to bond with one person and will do anything for you.  Loves to be groomed, stands for the vet and farrier.  She gets along well with other horses but she is high on the pecking order. Currently in foster care. 

Juno is a 2 year old Quarter Horse filly that arrived at the rescue in March of 2008.  She is able to be registered and a grand-daughter of Sun Frost.  She is a very tall girl, standing at 14.3 hands tall.  She would be a great prospect for barrel racing because she is bred to run.  She is ready to begin her training and gets along well with other horses.  Currently in foster care.

Phalon is a 5 year old Pinto gelding that arrived at the rescue in September of 2007.  He stands about 14.3 hands tall.  We are unsure of his current training, however, we did put a bit in his mouth and rode him bareback without any issues. Check out the picture of him being ridden.  Phalon is ready to begin his training.  He gets along well with other horses and is ready to go.  Currently in foster care.

Reggie is a registered Quarter Horse yearling that arrived at the rescue in May of 2007.  He is a big boy currently standing about 14 hands tall.  Reggie has a great attitude and sweet disposition. When Reggie arrived he was put into rehab because we were told he had a lack of cartilage in his right hock and that he would need surgery to be sound.  However, in the past year of growing and getting stronger, Reggie seems to have "outgrown" his condition.  His foster family reports that he runs, kicks, bucks and has not taken a lame step which is why he is now available for adoption. Currently in foster care.
Sponsored by:  David & Meredith Sutton, Ellsworth, WI

Robin

Robin is a 6 year old registered (ER Doc Robin) Breeding Stock Paint mare that arrived at the rescue in February of 2007.  She stands about 15 hands and is very sweet.  Because Robin does have high ringbone in her back leg, she will need to be adopted as a companion or she may be used for light riding.  She has been started on basic groundwork and just needs to have someone continue along with her training.  She is ready to go.  Currently in foster care.

Snicka is an 12 year old, bay Arabian mare that came to us in November of 2005.  She stands about 15 hands tall and is just gorgeous!  She came to us only because the people that bought her to be a broodmare on their breeding farm were unable to get her registration papers - which would mean they couldn't register her foals.  Because of having stretched tendons in her back legs, her fetlocks are very low and for this reason, Snicka will need to be adopted as a companion horse.  She would make a beautiful addition in anyone's pasture.  Currently in foster care.

Sugar is a 14 year old POA mare that arrived at the rescue in June of 2008.  She is a perfect size, standing at about 14 hands and could make a nice little game pony.  She would be great for a smaller rider that has had some experience.  She is sound, gets along well with other horses and is ready to go. 

TB

TB is a 16 year old Thoroughbred gelding that arrived at the rescue in July of 2005.  He is a sweet boy and stands 16.2 hands.  You might remember seeing him on our Adopted horses page.  The reason that TB is available for adoption is because his adopter has gotten back into barrel racing and thinks TB should do what he does best - help other riders with their confidence.  He has been trail ridden and does great.  If you are looking for a great horse to help build your confidence, he's your boy!  Currently in foster care.

REHABILITATION

The following horses our currently in our rehabilitation program for various reasons.  Some of them have been rescue situations and others were brought to our rescue by owners who could not afford the necessary surgery or medical care that was needed.  Donations and/or sponsors are always needed for these horses as some of their costs can be very high. 

Booger was born on April 7, 2008.  His mom, Spice, was a rescue who came to us pregnant (her story).  He is an Arabian with some Mustang thrown in.  If you would like to read his story, please click here.  He could really use a sponsor to help with his care.  We will keep you updated on his progress.  Currently in foster care.

Rosie is an 11 year old Welsh/Clydesdale mare that was rescued in September 2006.  Her feet were in such terrible shape that it could take up to 2 years to correct them.  Rosie's feet continue to improve but she could really use a sponsor to help with her farrier costs.  If you would like to read more about Rosie, check out her story.
Warning: some of the pictures on Rosie's page are disturbing.    Sponsored by:  Barb Armour, West St. Paul, MN; Allison Oja, Finland, MN

Willie is a 7 year old burro that came to our rescue in December 2006.  You can read more about Willie's amazing journey and recovery by checking out his story.  Warning: some of the pictures on Willie's page are disturbing.  Willie is currently in foster care with a wonderful family who is assisting with his rehabilitation. 

If you can't adopt or foster a horse but you would like to volunteer, please contact us at 715-273-5567 or email us at rrrescue@pressenter.com.  There are always a multitude of things that need to be done.  If you're not comfortable around horses but would still like to help, we can always find something that needs to be done (fencing, moving bales, etc.)  If you really like to spend time with a horse -- we can always find a horse for you to brush!  If you would like to make a donation, you can do so below or check out our Donate page for other ways to donate.