Hooves 'N Hounds

09/23/2023

Owner Found!!!👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

Beautiful black female dog with no collar or tattoo found on PR403. She’s very friendly but timid and extremely skinny. If she is your pup or know who she belongs to, please message ASAP.
Currently safe and fed but owner needs to be found!

01/09/2023

Betty White is now AVAILABLE for adoption.
Betty was born Sep 24/22. She is UTD with her vaccines receiving a clean bill of health today. She is excellent with dogs, cats and even horses. Betty is great with kids, although she still needs to learn some manners because she loves to jump up for hugs. Betty is adventurous but cautious. She is smart, laid back, incredibly loving and trusting and willing to follow her person to the moon and back. She’s kennel trained and nearly house broken. Betty is learning how to walk with a leash and sit for her treats. She catches on quickly and is eager to impress. While she is a mix of St Bernard and Poodle, she should not be considered a shed-free dog. Betty is a special pup waiting for a special home. Please contact us directly for instructions on her adoption application process 🙌🏻 🐶

01/03/2023

Bernice is a thief!!! This little trickster sure likes to play in the snow, especially when she sneaks off with one of your gloves 😂 The St. Berdoodle pups really like to get out their zoomies in the snow banks but definitely enjoy the warmth of the home to catch up on puppy naps. While I wish we could keep all the pups that come through our doors, that would simply be selfish 🥺. If ever you have considered sharing your adventures with a large breed pup, we are accepting applications for Bernice. Be mindful that just because she has poodle in her doesn’t mean she won’t shed 😳Please send us a message and we’ll send you the application. Bernice can’t wait to meet you 💕

12/31/2022

HNH would like to introduce “Betty White” and “Bernice”!! These two St. Berdoodle pups are 3 months old and have just been received into rescue in collaboration with Jenn’s Furry Friends Rescue. While there were four pups, we were only able to collect two with the hopes that the other two have found soft and safe landing. Although neither pup is ready for adoption, keep your eyes open as 2023 will bring exciting opportunities! For the time being these two are busy learning how to be puppies with proper socialization in a loving environment!

11/28/2022

OWNER FOUND!!! 🙌🏻
Help us find his home?!!! This dog was nearly hit on PR 403 near Friesen road. He was standing in the middle of the highway after nearly missing the grill of a semi. My daughter happened to scoop him up and is currently trying to find his owner. He has a blue collar (looks new). No tattoos or tags. Please let me know if you know where he lives! He doesn’t seem to have an appreciation for vehicles traveling at 100+ km/hr 😰

06/27/2022

With gas prices hitting an all time high, who isn’t looking for alternative ways to mow the lawn?! Introducing “Stiltz”, a 2-3 year old Percheron filly who has already reached 18hh! Stiltz is a 2000lb lap pony who adores being spoiled with attention. She is easy to catch, leads with some encouragement (oober lazy), ties, stands for vetting and needles, tolerates deworming and spraying. Stiltz however is still learning to hold her feet for the farrier and just like 99% of heavies seems to struggle with this skill. She also has a bummed left hock which is soft tissue related as proven by Xray. Her hock injury makes her walk a bit funny but it doesn’t seem to get in the way of her passion for life and friendship. Stiltz is suitable for all of your grass trimming needs but not for riding. The intuition the horse holds is like nothing I have come across as of yet. She is highly in tune with the emotional chatter that exists around her and offers a shoulder to any and everything/one that needs it. She’ll know before you do that you need a hug. We are looking for a home for Stiltz with little expectations outside of good manners, respect for authority and the occasional landscaping project. Please message for more details. Will only consider serious homes with experience with heavies. It’s a tall order no doubt, but…..you can probably imagine where I’m going with this 😂😂😂

10/01/2021

‼️AUCTION ALERT‼️

Tomorrow is the fall horse auction in Grunthal and we need your help more than ever. We are at capacity, which means we do not have the funds or feed to be taking on more horses. It's heartbreaking as so many horses will be in need tomorrow. It's been a terrible year for pastures and hay and we are expecting a lot of horses to be running through the sale.

We will be there to upload photos and bid for people that can't be in attendance. It's absolutely heartbreaking going into the pens knowing you can't save them, but it's been a tough year caring for the horses we already have. All types of horses will be there tomorrow, and time will be of the essence.

Featured in our photo is Penny & Ricky, Penny gave birth only a few weeks after the day she would have been shipped to Alberta for slaughter. Your support helped us save both of their lives. Please, share the available horses tomorrow. It may be their only chance at being seen and finding a home.

If you like what we do and want to support our effort and the 30+ horses in our care, we are graciously accepting e-transfers towards their feed and vet bills. Our monthly operating costs are close to $5000, not including our vet bills. Every bit helps, and if we can get back on our feet we hope to be pulling horses at the spring sales.

Email: [email protected]
Password: horses

Please stay tuned to the Manitoba Horse Rescue page for updates, that's where we will be posting the photos, starting tonight.

Much Love,

Jen

📸: Kristen Sawatzky

08/21/2021

Well, it took some doing but thanks to a ‘tough as nails’ farrier, and a determined trainer we finally got Whisper trimmed and filed! He is walking normally and seemingly so much happier!! We aren’t out of the woods yet as it’s going to take some time to train his hooves to grow properly but we are well on our way! Hooray for Whisper!! 💪🏻🥰😲

07/01/2021

Whisper (previously Donut) finally had his long awaited pedicure and he did AMAZING!! We had to sedate him so that four people could tackle his horrendously overgrown feet. What a workout!!! Between Dr. Oswald and his assistant Courtney, Debbie Kowbel, Floriane Vermeire and myself we got him done and he is feeling like a new man (mostly because we made sure to top him up with long lasting pain killer 😬). Whisper will be tender for a few weeks until his tendons and joints adjust to the new hooves but he is well on his way to feeling better. To top things off, Dr Oswald gave him a clean bill of health!! I feel so lucky to have such a great team working with us!!! Thanks Doc, Deb, Courtney and of course Floriane 🥰

06/20/2021

Please help us welcom Donut, a 25 year old standard donkey who is in desperate need of a pedicure!! Donut came to us after a dear friend spotted him and immediately sprang into action and who ultimately loaded and transported him to us here at HNH. The bravery and tenacity of this woman has afforded Donut a new lease on life! Tip of the hat to Sandy and her husband, Kris!!

While Donut obviously has some significant concerns, we must be mindful not to slander the previous owner, no good will come from berating circumstances that are now in the rear view mirror. There is only one direction we wish to look upon and that is forward.

Donut has come into rescue in honour of Chris Schoenborn who tragically passed away in March of this year. Chris was an avid animal lover and even adopted a puppy through our rescue who was his shadow until the day of his passing. Join us in honouring Chris by giving a new lease on life to Donut.

Keep tabs on Donut and his journey to a happy and healthier future 💜

Brenda Catherine
Floriane Vermeire

06/03/2021

From ‘drab’ to ‘fab’!!!
One of our favourite things is working with untouched, unhandled, unloved yearlings. It takes some time and patience but when that trust starts to build the rewards are endless.

05/22/2021

I am so proud of Jessie Lavallee who is the owner and operator of A Furry Tail Ending out in Altona. She runs a doggie daycare, a grooming salon and she is a distributor of raw food! Her small, quaint beginning was something to be admired, but now she has her own beautifully designed building where she has expanded to meet the demand of her expertise! I highly recommend Jess, she is amazing with Boss and so many more. Cheers to women entrepreneurs making their way!!

05/16/2021

After another long day at auction, we are happy to report that the majority of the horses brought in were spared the long haul to Alberta! The Good Place Farm & Sanctuary, Blackbird Ranch and HnH collectively snagged over 25 horses where many others went to private homes! I am both proud and honoured to work alongside such brave warriors; Jen Allen Kimberly Dawn Lyons Corrine Nykorak Jessi Hadfield Floriane Vermeire Kendall Weslak and many many others who helped and supported the efforts.
If you are interested in fostering a new rescue or would like to support with a donation, please contact The Good Place or Blackbird Ranch!

05/15/2021

Well, it’s the first auction of 2021 today and the auction house is filling up. The odds are stacked against these horses given COVID restrictions are preventing a full house of bidders but we are happy to report that along side us will be The Good Place Farm & Sanctuary in addition to Blackbird Rescue. Please contact The Good Place if you would like to donate or even foster! Wish us luck!!

05/14/2021

04/25/2021

Common ladies, admit it....you’re jealous of those lashes 💋💋💋

12/01/2020

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09/14/2020

Well, it’s been a long weekend but we’ll worth the efforts! Thanks to Blackbird Ranch Equine Rescue and Rehab along with The Good Place: Farm Rescue and Sanctuary, these beauties are safe and have a bright future! Contact these rescues for more information on these and other adoptable unicorns!!

08/09/2020

Who wouldn’t want a companion as smart, quiet and sweet as Cira?! This 16 year old ArabX mare is destined to find her forever home where she will excel at being a human or horse companion only. Arthritis in her rear hocks is far too uncomfortable to hold a rider despite her potential. Standing around 14.3 this well mannered girl is perfectly content in any situation she is exposed to (kids, dogs, cars, tractors, quads, etc.). Not much bothers this gem. She can be a bit stubborn with her back feet but that’s only because it’s tricky to stand on three hooves during trimming when arthritis is a factor. Cira comes with a few lumps and bumps but most notably she has been touched with a Prophets Thumbprint making her especially special 🥰. We can’t wait to see where this sweet soul will land as she finishes her Natural Horsemanship Training with our amazing trainer! 🧐🤷🏼‍♀️😳🤓😍

08/03/2020

So lucky to have Floriane working with our horses!

08/02/2020

She’s looking good and preforming even better!! Nearly ready for next adventures 🥰

Someone is looking good in her new outfit! 🥰

07/30/2020

One spot came up for this amazing lesson program!
Grab your chance and learn to ride on our unique unicorn Shadow! 🦄

07/20/2020

****Owners Found****
Are these your horses??! Found loose running on PR 403. Safe and sound with feed and water. Please contact me ASAP if these beauties belong to you 💐🐎🐎🐎💐

07/14/2020

My heart......

05/25/2020

It takes a villiage and the village persevered....

Relationships were made, relationships were challenged, relationships were strengthened.
With the support and guidance of the Grunthal Auction House and the professionalism and grace of the contracted horse buyer, we in partnership with Blackbird Rescue Equine Rescue and Rehab and The Good Place: Farm Rescue and Sanctuary managed to save the whole lot of horses brought to market.

Huge shout out to Jessi Hadfield and Cassie Gosselin for all their efforts!!

What a wicked bunch of gals I had the pleasure of working with....humbled by their strength and wisdom.

For the full lot of horses spared, check out
The Good Place: Farm Rescue and Sanctuary

02/23/2020

Dallas.....such a gem of a horse!

11/04/2019

Flicka is still available for adoption!

10/08/2019

Introducing “Moon”, an 18month old female Great Pyrenees pup who proved to be an elusive survivor roaming the area for well over a month. Thankfully some very kind hearted and concerned folks were able to gain her trust where she then entered into their care. I picked up Moon today and took her to Dr. Graydon who graciously fit her in between surgeries (thanks Doc!!!). Despite being on the skinny side, Moon was given a clean bill of health (phew!!!), and after a warm shower sure cleans up nicely! Moon has been placed under Manitoba Great Pyrenees Rescue (who are fantastic folks and the experts on GP pups) as we are a inundated with horse rescue responsibilities at the moment. She will however remain in our foster care until she finds her forever home. Incredibly sweet and inquisitive, I have high hopes we will be able to find her “furever” home with the support of MGPR and folks like yourself (please share). Thank you to all who contacted us about Moon forging her future which undoubtedly will be one filled with love and warmth. 💜💜💜💜💜💜

08/14/2019

Is it weird that this tickles me in all the right places?

08/12/2019

Our stunning, inquisitive and brilliant little filly is ready for new adventures. Flicka is a two year old Appaloosa sweet heart who is definitely going to make a lucky family very happy. From essentially untouched to an affectionate and willing girl, Flicka will excel in any discipline. Flicka is easy to catch (mostly because she loves the touch of a gentle friend) she halters easily, leads, ties, takes bug spray, holds her feet and loads without hesitation. She has excelled in all challenges which to be honest is jaw dropping! From flapping tarps to bouncing balls off her back to dragging noodles Flicka has aced her ground work. She is used to dogs, tractors, highways, children and basically anything else we throw at her! UTD on farrier work, vaccinations, vet care and deworming. Approved applications only which can be found on our website at www.hoovesnhounds.org
Video available upon request.