Marable Farms Draft Refuge: Part of the Peace For All Animals Community

Marable Farms Draft Refuge: Part of the Peace For All Animals Community Drafts are often used and abused by certain groups until they are no longer seen as valuable or useful.

Our sanctuary was created after rescuing our sweet Moose from a local kill pen, where we realized there was a need to help save these gentle giants from slaughter. When they can no longer pull carriages or farm equipment, they are discarded at kill pens, where they eventually ship to slaughter and become part of the meat trade. Even with his arthritic knees and battered body, Moose has proven to b

e the best therapy for our family, and it is our belief that by providing more horses with sanctuary, they will be able to spread messages of love and peace to a larger population.

No one is more thankful than this big guy for all the recent rain we’ve had.
07/28/2024

No one is more thankful than this big guy for all the recent rain we’ve had.

This is our motto.
07/09/2024

This is our motto.

07/05/2024

This video is the reality of how traumatic fireworks can be to animals (and people). Last night was rough on poor Fiona! I kept her halter and lead line on the prevent her from going through a fence and talked or sang or hummed to her the entire time, while my husband offered treats and "sweet tea" (water plus sweet feed) because she was literally dripping sweat from being so scared. After 1-2 hours of “circling” at a walk/trot, the booms finally stopped and we were able to settle sweet Fiona for the night.

07/04/2024

We decided to sit on the porch to better appreciate the first rain we have had in at least a month, and got to watch a hummingbird grab a quick snack.

07/03/2024

While I scooped his grain, someone decided he needed an appetizer. Ps the wagon was placed about a foot away from where he had pulled it to in the video. 😂

06/20/2024

According to Moose, nothing beats a cold shower on these *very* hot days!

06/04/2024

Peter Crumpet enjoying his mixed greens. He is officially the size of our small dog, Wilson, and he’s only 4.5 months old so he’s nowhere close to being done growing 😂

For the first couple months after Moose was pulled from the kill pen, I remember wondering how long we would have him he...
06/02/2024

For the first couple months after Moose was pulled from the kill pen, I remember wondering how long we would have him here with us in sanctuary. He was underweight, untrusting, and every step he took seemed to cause him pain. After 1.5 years of rest and decompression, a full belly, and love and support from his followers, Moose has told us he is loving this retirement life. He’s heavier, happier, and walks like the dignified giant he is. ❤️

Look at that beautiful TAIL swishing and swatting 😍
05/29/2024

Look at that beautiful TAIL swishing and swatting 😍

Fi kisses are the best ❤️
05/18/2024

Fi kisses are the best ❤️

It’s makeover day for Fiona. Groom: ✅Farrier: up next
05/18/2024

It’s makeover day for Fiona.
Groom: ✅
Farrier: up next

05/17/2024

Poor Maggie May always ends up covered in Moose’s mash 😂

Retirement life ❤️
05/13/2024

Retirement life ❤️

Fi grazing in our unfenced pasture while mama seeks shelter from the rain in the trees. She is completely unphased by th...
05/05/2024

Fi grazing in our unfenced pasture while mama seeks shelter from the rain in the trees. She is completely unphased by the rain so she’s super confused as to why my voice is coming from the woods.

“Too often we underestimate the power of a touch.” -Leo Buscaglia
04/29/2024

“Too often we underestimate the power of a touch.” -Leo Buscaglia

Fiona’s favorite retirement activity: Grazing on lush grass.
04/27/2024

Fiona’s favorite retirement activity: Grazing on lush grass.

What a difference 1 year can make :)
04/22/2024

What a difference 1 year can make :)

We have not seen these 2 nap together!!
04/21/2024

We have not seen these 2 nap together!!

"May every sunrise hold more promise and every sunset hold more peace." –Umair Siddiqui
04/21/2024

"May every sunrise hold more promise and every sunset hold more peace." –Umair Siddiqui

Miss Maggie May’s Spa Day:
04/16/2024

Miss Maggie May’s Spa Day:

Moose makes the best giant-ambassador because he loves meeting new friends 😍
04/14/2024

Moose makes the best giant-ambassador because he loves meeting new friends 😍

04/14/2024

Maggot May apparently does not enjoy being clean 😂

Mighty Moose ❤️
04/12/2024

Mighty Moose ❤️

04/11/2024

Peter Crumpet has grown! When we brought him home he was not allowed outside because he could fit through the fencing of his enclosure, which left him vulnerable to predators. Now, after only a couple weeks, Peter can enjoy being a bunny and doing all his favorite bunny things. He LOVES hopping around his safe space!! Enjoy his cute little hops and the zoomies :)

3 beauties 🥰
04/10/2024

3 beauties 🥰

What can we say? It’s been a windy day lol
04/09/2024

What can we say? It’s been a windy day lol

Here is a step-by-step of our nightly bucket-making routine. Each morning, Moose and Fiona enjoy their delicious and nut...
04/02/2024

Here is a step-by-step of our nightly bucket-making routine. Each morning, Moose and Fiona enjoy their delicious and nutritious mash :)

03/17/2024

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This video is the reality of how traumatic fireworks can be to animals (and people). Last night was rough on poor Fiona!
This video is the reality of how traumatic fireworks can be to animals (and people). Last night was rough on poor Fiona!

This video is the reality of how traumatic fireworks can be to animals (and people). Last night was rough on poor Fiona! I kept her halter and lead line on the prevent her from going through a fence and talked or sang or hummed to her the entire time, while my husband offered treats and "sweet tea" (water plus sweet feed) because she was literally dripping sweat from being so scared. After 1-2 hours of “circling” at a walk/trot, the booms finally stopped and we were able to settle sweet Fiona for the night.

We decided to sit on the porch to better appreciate the first rain we have had in at least a month, and got to watch a hummingbird grab a quick snack.
We decided to sit on the porch to better appreciate the first rain we have had in at least a month, and got to watch a hummingbird grab a quick snack.

We decided to sit on the porch to better appreciate the first rain we have had in at least a month, and got to watch a hummingbird grab a quick snack.

While I scooped his grain, someone decided he needed an appetizer. Ps the wagon was placed about a foot away from where he had pulled it to in the video. 😂
While I scooped his grain, someone decided he needed an appetizer. Ps the wagon was placed about a foot away from where he had pulled it to in the video. 😂

While I scooped his grain, someone decided he needed an appetizer. Ps the wagon was placed about a foot away from where he had pulled it to in the video. 😂

According to Moose, nothing beats a cold shower on these *very* hot days!
According to Moose, nothing beats a cold shower on these *very* hot days!

According to Moose, nothing beats a cold shower on these *very* hot days!

Peter Crumpet enjoying his mixed greens. He is officially the size of our small dog, Wilson, and he’s only 4.5 months old 😂
Peter Crumpet enjoying his mixed greens. He is officially the size of our small dog, Wilson, and he’s only 4.5 months old 😂

Peter Crumpet enjoying his mixed greens. He is officially the size of our small dog, Wilson, and he’s only 4.5 months old so he’s nowhere close to being done growing 😂

Poor Maggie May always ends up covered in Moose’s mash 😂
Poor Maggie May always ends up covered in Moose’s mash 😂

Poor Maggie May always ends up covered in Moose’s mash 😂

Maggot May apparently does not enjoy being clean 😂
Maggot May apparently does not enjoy being clean 😂

Maggot May apparently does not enjoy being clean 😂

Peter Crumpet
Peter Crumpet

Peter Crumpet has grown! When we brought him home he was not allowed outside because he could fit through the fencing of his enclosure, which left him vulnerable to predators. Now, after only a couple weeks, Peter can enjoy being a bunny and doing all his favorite bunny things. He LOVES hopping around his safe space!! Enjoy his cute little hops and the zoomies :)

Miss Maggie May found her new favorite Marable…. Wilson!!
Miss Maggie May found her new favorite Marable…. Wilson!!

Look who has a gorgeous (and pain-free) trot!
Look who has a gorgeous (and pain-free) trot!

Look who has a gorgeous (and pain-free) trot!

His squishy lips never stop moving 🤣
His squishy lips never stop moving 🤣

His squishy lips never stop moving 🤣

Moose
Moose

Moose has stayed down only 3 times in the last year when I’ve caught him napping; the first was the day after coming home and likely caused by exhaustion, but the second and third times have both been within the last week, and were because he felt safe. That’s a good feeling for Moose and us alike. Thank you for helping us get Moose to this point of relaxation and trust!!

Moose moves at top speed for scratches 😂
Moose moves at top speed for scratches 😂

Moose moves at top speed for scratches 😂

Miss Maggie May loves her feed/treat ball and will NOT share with Moose!
Miss Maggie May loves her feed/treat ball and will NOT share with Moose!

Miss Maggie May loves her treat ball and will NOT share with Moose!

I was sitting on the ground when this sweet girl came walking up. She can smell a treat from miles away!
I was sitting on the ground when this sweet girl came walking up. She can smell a treat from miles away!

#amyhaydenphotography captured the perfection that is Moose and Fiona 😍

#amyhaydenphotography captured the absolute PERFECTION that is Moose and Fiona 😍

Thanks for being a top engager and making it on to my weekly engagement list! 🎉 Joan Kennedy, Sue Krampitz, Debbie Barnard Hickey

Fiona the Brave :)
Fiona the Brave :)

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