Freedom and Whiskey Equine Rescue

12/20/2024

📢 Attention Animal Advocates! 🐾🎓

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12/19/2024

🎄 Thank You for Spreading Sweet Holiday Cheer! 🍬🐴

A HUGE thank you to our incredible supporters for donating these delightful treats for our horses' and donkeys' Christmas stockings! 🎁 Your generosity helps make this holiday season extra special for our four-legged friends at Freedom and Whiskey Equine Rescue.

Peppermint candies are always a favorite, and the joy they'll bring to our equines is priceless. 🐴❤️ From the bottom of our hearts (and theirs!), we’re so grateful for your kindness.

Stay tuned for photos of our rescue family enjoying their holiday goodies! 📸✨

12/18/2024

🎁 Last-Minute Gift Idea with Meaning! 🎄🐴

Still searching for the perfect gift? Consider making a donation to Freedom and Whiskey Equine Rescue in honor of someone special! 💝

✨ Why It’s Thoughtful:
A donation in someone’s name shows you care not just about them but about positively impacting the world. It’s a meaningful, heartfelt gift that supports a cause close to your heart—helping equines in need.

🐴 How It Helps:
Your donation directly supports the care of rescue horses, ponies, and donkeys. It provides essential items like hay, grain, veterinary care, and farrier services, ensuring our rescue residents thrive while waiting for their forever homes.

🎄 How to Give:

1. Visit our website: https://freedomandwhiskeyrescue.org/donate/
2. Choose "Dedicated Donation" and select Yes Please.
3. Enter the name of the honoree.
4. Select if you would like an eCard sent to the honoree.
3. If Yes, we’ll send an eCard letting the honoree know that a donation has been sent in their name!

Give a gift that creates lasting change—because love and kindness never go out of style. 💫💖

12/17/2024

Dear Friends and Supporters,

As 2024 comes to a close, there’s still time to make a lasting impact on the lives of our rescued equines 🐴. Donations made by December 31, 2024, are tax-deductible and help ensure we can continue providing food, medical care, and safe shelter for horses, ponies, and donkeys in need.

We would love to end this year with a corporate or business sponsor for one of our deserving equines or critical projects like purchasing a run-in shelter or completing our barn. Your generosity could transform the lives of animals in our care while helping your organization build community goodwill.

To discuss sponsorship opportunities or to make a year-end donation, please visit our website, https://freedomandwhiskeyrescue.org/donate/, or contact us directly. Every gift, no matter the size, makes a real difference.

Thank you for believing in our mission and making it possible for us to rescue, rehabilitate, and rehome equines in need. We look forward to a hopeful and impactful 2025! 🌟

12/13/2024

🐴 Happy National Horse Day! 🐴

Today, we honor the incredible role horses have played in shaping our nation’s history, economy, and development. From powering agriculture and transportation to serving courageously in wartime, horses have been steadfast partners in building our country.

Their strength built railroads, carried mail across the Pony Express, and plowed the fields that fed generations. They’ve been heroes in battle, companions in adventure, and symbols of freedom and resilience.

But even today, countless horses face abuse, neglect, and the heartbreaking threat of slaughter. At Freedom and Whiskey Equine Rescue, we are committed to rescuing, rehabilitating, and rehoming horses in need — but we can’t do it without your support.

How You Can Help:
🏇 Donate – Every dollar helps us provide care and shelter.
🤝 Volunteer – Lend a hand at our rescue.
💞 Adopt or Sponsor – Give a horse a second chance at life.

Together, we can ensure that these majestic animals continue to thrive and inspire future generations.

Thank you for supporting America’s beloved horses.

12/11/2024

🌈💔 In Loving Memory 💔🌈

We want to take a moment to thank each of you for the incredible outpouring of love, kind words, and generous donations during this incredibly difficult time. Losing Dolly and Rollo has left a huge void in our hearts and around the rescue.

The house feels so quiet without our little potato-shaped house pig snoring away in her favorite bed, and the barn seems emptier without Rollo’s fuzzy, long-eared greetings each morning. Their unique spirits brought so much joy and comfort to everyone who met them, and they will forever be part of the Freedom and Whiskey family.

We also want to express our deepest gratitude to In Memoriam Pet Services for their care and respect in picking up Rollo and returning him to us. Their compassion brought us a sense of peace during this heartbreaking time. Rollo is home now, and though he may no longer greet us at the barn, he will always be with us in spirit. 💕

Thank you again for your unwavering support. Because of this amazing community, we can continue our mission, even in moments of sorrow. Hug your loved ones a little tighter tonight, and please know how much your kindness means to us.

With love and gratitude,
The Freedom and Whiskey Family

12/07/2024

🎄✨Christmas Wish List from the Herd at Freedom and Whiskey Equine Rescue✨🎄

Dear Santa (and all our amazing friends),

We’ve been extra good this year—well, except for that one time Opie escaped...but that doesn’t count, right? Here’s what we’re wishing for this Christmas:

🎁 Stocking Stuffers We Love:
🍎 Apples – The crunchy kind, please!
🥕 Carrots – The longer, the better.
🍬 Peppermints – We’re kinda addicted...just ask Gus.

🎄Human Help:
💳 Tractor Supply Gift Cards – So our indentured humans (Stephen and Wendy) can stock up on hay, grain, and treats. They call it "responsible budgeting;" we call it "snack security."

❄️ Special Request from Star:
Star is hoping for a cozy winter blanket to stay warm during chilly nights. You can find her blanket (and a few other goodies) on our Amazon Wish List: https://a.co/4t6GYOZ

🏠 Biggest Dream:
We would love another large run-in shed for extra shelter in our second pasture. Mother Nature has been throwing a lot at us lately, and more cozy space would keep us dry and comfy all winter long.

Thank you for being our Christmas angels! Your love and generosity keep our bellies full and hearts happy. Wishing you all a joyful holiday season!

With love and neighs,
The Freedom and Whiskey Equine Family 🐴💖🎄

12/04/2024

💔 To say that this has been a difficult time for us is understated. Today, we said goodbye to another cherished member of our family, Dollyface "Dolly." Losing her so soon after Rollo’s passing last week feels like more than our hearts can bear. We are at a loss right now and grieving deeply.

Dolly came to us unexpectedly, but she stole our hearts from the moment she arrived. Her potato-shaped body and those adorable little snorts quickly earned her the nickname "house pig." She brought laughter, warmth, and so much love to our lives and everyone who met her.

It's hard to imagine our home without her unique presence. While our hearts are heavy, we are comforted knowing she felt safe and loved every day she was with us. Rest easy, sweet Dolly. You will always be part of us. 🐾❤️

To everyone who has supported us, thank you for your kindness and understanding during this difficult time. Hug your animals a little tighter today for Dolly and Rollo.

12/03/2024

🌟🐴 It's Giving Tuesday! 🐴🌟

Yesterday was a big day at Freedom and Whiskey Equine Rescue! Our equine dentist, Hopton, EqDt - Pegasus Equine Services, was out to work on Colorado (Rojo) and Star. 🦷✨ This was Star's first time having her teeth worked on, and she handled it like a true star! 🌟 We’re so proud of her bravery and thankful for the care that helps keep our herd healthy and happy. ❤️

As we enter these cold winter months, the needs of our rescue grow. From hay and feed to veterinary care and cozy bedding, every dollar goes directly to supporting these incredible equines. Your generosity helps us ensure they receive the care and love they deserve.

💙 On this , we humbly ask for your support. Whether $5 or $500, every donation makes a difference. Together, we can keep our herd safe, warm, and thriving.

🙏 Thank you for being part of our Freedom and Whiskey family. You are the reason these rescues have a second chance.

💌 Donate now at https://freedomandwhiskeyrescue.org/donate/
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11/28/2024

🦃 Grateful Hearts and Hooves: Happy Thanksgiving! 🐴

This Thanksgiving, all of us at Freedom and Whiskey Equine Rescue—humans, horses, donkeys, and ponies alike—want to express how incredibly thankful we are for you. ❤️ Your unwavering support and generosity have made a world of difference in the lives of these beautiful equines in our care this year.

From new beginnings to countless moments of joy and healing, it’s all been possible because of you. Whether you’ve donated, volunteered, shared our mission, or sent kind words, you’ve been part of our story—and theirs.

As we gather to celebrate gratitude, we want you to know that your compassion fuels our mission to rescue, rehabilitate, and rehome these magnificent creatures. Together, we are giving them a second chance at life.

From our barn to your home, we wish you a joyful and peaceful Thanksgiving filled with love and cherished moments. Thank you for being part of our family.

11/27/2024

Thank you to everyone who had our backs yesterday, to each and every person who texted, called, or checked on us. Thank you to everyone that donated to help us cover the costs of Rollo’s final care and cremation. Thank you for supporting us and loving us. When your job is caring for animals around the 24/7/365 it’s often taxing emotionally and mentally. You all came through for us and keep our spirits up when WE really needed it. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts.

11/26/2024

💔 Goodbye, Sweet Rollo 💔

Yesterday, the vet came to draw blood, and this morning, we received devastating news: Rollo was in renal failure. Despite everything we’ve done to help him, his body was shutting down. After much soul-searching and consultation, we had to make the heartbreaking decision to let him go.

These decisions are never easy. You question everything. Did we do enough? Should we have continued to fight? How much should we ask him to endure? Am I making the right choice? It’s a weight no one wants to bear, but in the end, our love for Rollo and his comfort guided us.

Rollo wasn’t just a donkey; he was the donkey who started this rescue journey for us. He was our heart, our inspiration, and a constant reminder of why we do what we do. He gave so much more than he took, and his gentle soul touched countless lives—including ours.

Despite today's pain, I have no regrets about starting this rescue. These animals teach us so much about resilience, trust, and forgiveness. Watching them heal from unimaginable abuse and blossom into healthy, trusting beings is a privilege beyond words. But days like this are unbearably hard. They make us question everything.

Thank you to everyone who has supported Rollo and our rescue along the way. Your generosity, kindness, and love gave him a fighting chance and reminded us that we are not alone in this mission.

We are now asking for help to cover Rollo’s final expenses, including his cremation. Every little bit helps, and your continued support means the world to us as we navigate this loss.

Rollo, you will always be in our hearts. Rest easy, sweet boy. You were loved beyond measure.

With love and gratitude,
The Freedom and Whiskey Equine Rescue Team

📩 https://freedomandwhiskeyrescue.org/donate/
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11/26/2024

Well we are heartbroken and devastated to hear from the vet this morning that Rollo is in renal failure. There’s nothing we can do any more, he’s too far gone. The vet will be here in an hour to put him down.

Enjoy this last video of Rollo, we offered him carrots and surprisingly he ate them despite not being interested in his breakfast. He is the goodest donkey and the handsomest donkey there ever was. We are giving him all the hugs and kisses while we wait.

Thank you all for your love and support and kind words. Today is going to be a very hard day.

11/26/2024

Rollo Update: Unfortunately this isn’t a good update. Rollo is declining in health. The vet was out last night again to check on him and draw blood. This handsome donkey needs all the support you can muster. Please keep your thoughts, prayers, and donations for his care coming. We will have more info later once the blood work comes back. We are just crushed to see him declining this way without an answer as to why.

11/23/2024

Tonight’s update on Rollo is positive. He ate some dry sweet fed grain, a couple bites, but seemed interested in eating the sweet feed once I added a little warm water. I’m doing a lot of sitting on the floor in a stall, but if it makes him feel comfortable to eat, I’ll sit here as long as it takes.

11/22/2024

Dinner time update on Rollo! Sorry for the crappy audio, we need to get a set of those wireless mics we keep seeing on TikTok!

11/22/2024

💖 Thank You for Standing by Rollo 💖

To all of our incredible supporters, we are overwhelmed by your generosity and kindness. Your donations, messages of love, and prayers for Rollo mean more than we can express. Knowing that so many of you care about him, just as we do, gives us strength during this challenging time.

But Rollo is not out of the woods yet. His condition remains fragile, and we’re doing everything we can to give him the best chance at recovery. If there’s no improvement by Monday, we’ll need to transport him to the equine hospital for advanced care. This step is critical but comes with significantly higher costs.

We are asking for your continued support. Whether that means donating, sharing our posts, or simply spreading the word to other animal lovers, every bit helps us give Rollo the fighting chance he deserves. He started this rescue journey for us — now it’s our turn to fight for him with everything we’ve got.

Please, if you can, keep sharing his story. The more people who hear about Rollo, the more help we can gather. Together, we can give him the care he needs and show him just how loved he is.

We will keep you updated every step of the way. Thank you for being part of Rollo’s fight — and for being part of our Freedom and Whiskey family. 💕

With heartfelt gratitude,
The Freedom and Whiskey Equine Rescue Team

📩 https://freedomandwhiskeyrescue.org/donate/
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