Rescue Journey

Welcoming New Rescues to the Ranch

Two of the horses, Theodore and Picasso, are minis who had been rescued from an auction last month. They’ve been staying together at a property, and we’re thrilled to report that they’re in great shape! Theodore, a 2-year-old...
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Yosemite Sam: New Year, New X-Ray

On January 2, Dr. Metcalf visited the Sanctuary to check in on our beloved Yosemite Sam’s hooves. With a fresh set of X-rays, we got a clear look at his progress—and the results are promising!
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We Fostered & Then We Fell in Love

Yosemite Sam, or just Sammy to us, arrived in September 2024 through our Foster to Heal program. Rescued from auction by Singing Whales Rescue and Rehabilitation, he came to us for care before his planned move to a forever home.
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Managing Cushing’s for Rosie, Wonder & Yosemite Sam

What Is Cushing’s Disease? Cushing’s disease—formally known as Pituitary Pars Intermedia Dysfunction (PPID)—is one of the most common endocrine disorders in older horses. Symptoms include delayed or incomplete shedding, abnormal hair growth, weight loss, and slower healing of wounds. Rosie’s...
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Beating the Texas Heat

Summers in Texas are no joke—and this year, the intense heat hit two of our residents especially hard: Yosemite Sam and Wonder.
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Love, Care & Dedication in Action