Rosco's Rescue Ranch

07/07/2025

Just checking with the folks who were interested in choosing Rosco's Rescue Ranch, as their charity to support on Walmart.com. How did your sign up go?

I signed up, and at the end of your purchase, when it asks about choosing a charity, I put in the rescue. It said that it could not be found, but if you scroll down, we are there. Click on that, and the rest went smoothly. Now when I do my weekly online grocery order, it automatically pops up at the end of the sale ☺️

Here is how it works:

Did you know that every time you shop on Walmart.com, you can round up your change and donate it to Rosco's Rescue Ranch, Inc.? Learn how small acts can lead to big impact at
https://www.walmart.com/nonprofits/da5dd2e4-7d32-4d77-8513-1ef821ed6953/profile

At the end of your sale, Spark Good will pop up, asking if you want to support a charity. We hope you will choose US!

Thank you in advance for your support!

Shop Walmart.com today for Every Day Low Prices. Join Walmart+ for unlimited free delivery from your store & free shipping with no order minimum. Start your free 30-day trial now!

07/05/2025

Rescue update on Bud:

Bud arrived from his foster home on June 15th. At the time of his arrival, he was approximately 250lbs under weight, due to his Cushings disease. I immediately started him on medication to get his Cushings under control and food that he could chew, since Bud's teeth are pretty much worn down to the gum line.

In just a few weeks, Bud has gained most of the weight he needed, but still has a bit to go in the back end. While still eager to eat, he has learned that he will get fed 3x a day, and is a gentleman when I come into his pen with his feed buckets. I pet and love on him every day, like I do the others. Bud enjoys the personal attention, and me tending to his special needs. Next up is meeting our farrier.

Stayed tuned for more updates on Bud...

07/03/2025

At 27, Rosco still enjoys playing in the hose!

07/02/2025

Maybelle decided to do a bit of cleaning in her pen today.

I am always making comments to her about what a mess her pen is, with toys, blankets and paper plates everywhere, and that she should clean it up.

She went "whole hog" on the endeavor, and even took down the fan and screen off her window, and drug in her water bowl! 🤦‍♀️

Guess I should have suggested where to put it, lol.

06/30/2025

Moonpie update:

It is with a heavy heart that I tell everyone, that Moonpie crossed the Rainbow Bridge today 😢

Doc T came back this morning to check on him, and his heart was still having AFIB. Doc did a full panel blood test, and discovered that Moonpie's kidneys were failing. At 25% function, it was just a matter of time. We decided not to let him go that way, and gave him the peaceful passing he so deserved. I stayed with him until he closed his eyes for the final time. None of my rescues die alone. It is NEVER easy, but I owe them that.

Moonpie came to the rescue when he was 29 years old, and was diagnosed with Cushings disease. He had a 50% chance of making it through the winter then. Not only did he make it, but continued to thrive until 35 years old. He was always an easy horse to care for because of his sweet personality. He enjoyed his peaceful retirement here at the rescue, and I enjoyed spoiling such an awesome horse.

Until we meet again, my "Moonie Moonpie".... I love you!

06/30/2025

PRAYERS NEEDED!

When I came out to feed tonight, Moonpie did not go to his feed dishes. His appetite has not been the best, so I figured that I would see if he was eating, after I finished feeding everyone else.

When I came back, he had not budged from the spot he was standing in. I started to touch him, and he was sweating on his chest and flanks. I got a bucket of water, and offered him a drink. He drank about half, then I put the rest on the sweaty spots to cool him off. I brought out his food and sat it infront of him, but he would not eat. At this point, I am suspecting colic, so I went to get the thermometer to take his temp. When I got back, he was laying down. I called the vet. Doc T, of Nebraska Equine, came out within 30 min. By that time, Moonpie was back up. He listened to Moonpie's heart first, and reported that Moonpie's heart was in AFIB! Not what I was expecting at all! Doc said that is probably why his appetite has been decreasing, because he felt like crap. No energy. Doc gave him a shot of Banamine for discomfort. He will be back on Monday at 8am to recheck his heart. Moonpie is 35 years old, and our second oldest horse at the rescue.

Please pray for him. I will post an update once Doc sees him in the morning.

06/29/2025

Goober and Emmie always trying to help, lol!

06/25/2025

IT'S FINALLY HAPPENED!!

Walmart has approved ROSCO'S RESCUE RANCH to participate in their SPARK FOR GOOD PROGRAM!

Here is how it works:

Did you know that every time you shop on Walmart.com, you can round up your change and donate it to Rosco's Rescue Ranch, Inc.? Learn how small acts can lead to big impact at
https://www.walmart.com/nonprofits/da5dd2e4-7d32-4d77-8513-1ef821ed6953/profile

At the end of your sale, Spark Good will pop up, asking if you want to support a charity. We hope you will choose US!

Thank you in advance for your support!

Shop Walmart.com today for Every Day Low Prices. Join Walmart+ for unlimited free delivery from your store & free shipping with no order minimum. Start your free 30-day trial now!

06/24/2025

Rescue injury update for Bud:

Doc T, of Nebraska Equine, came out today to remove Bud's stitches. Doc said that Bud's boo-boo is healing nicely. He gave me some steroid cream to put on the part that was left unstitched to allow the wound to drain.

Incase you are just tuning in....Bud hurt his cheek on a t-post at his foster home. Bud came to the rescue after that, and has been here a week on Sunday. Bud's teeth are pretty much worn down, so I give him senior grain and timothy pellets wet down to help him gain weight. He was also started on Prasend for his Cushings disease.

Still getting to know this fella. Will keep y'all posted.

06/23/2025

EVERYONE INTO THE POOL!

The piggies have the right idea. Maybelle, Max and Mugsley spent a lot of time in their pools this weekend. Wilbur and Wilma preferred their mud puddles.

Wilma got a bit over heated at supper time on Saturday. I brought water into her shelter and she drank quite a bit. Pulled the fan down off the window and propped it up right next to her. Came back to check on her after I had finished feeding everyone, and offered her more water. Wilma was doing better today.

Looking forward to the cooler temps ahead...

Thank you to pig mom, Phyllis, for the update on Hugo!

06/22/2025

*COMMUNITY SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES*

Need community service hours for work, school, diversion, etc?

Rosco's Rescue Ranch will be fundraising in July and you can help.

We will be selling t-shirts and candles. Volunteers who help us sell will earn 1 community service hour for each candle or t-shirt they sell.

For details and to sign up, text Kate at 402-533-2994.