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Red Bucket Equine Rescue

Our Mission: To save and rehabilitate horses, restore their trust in humankind and find them safe, loving and permanent adoptive homes.
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For more information, please go to our website at http://www.redbucketrescue.org/ or call 310-466-6223.

05/28/2024

Elliot ended his long weekend the same way it began… A glorious role in the warm sand while gal pals, Nikki and Trese (not shown due to indifference) grazed under the Pepper Tree! We hope everyone had a safe long weekend!

05/23/2024

There is nothing wrong with a “rescue horse”, only the circumstances that precede their rescue.

12/15/2023

Our HEARTS are shattered 💔 as we bid farewell to our precious Blades after 7️⃣ glorious years. Blades was a champion, a hero, a true athlete, and most importantly, our beloved precious friend. Years of prior abuse, neglect and ambivalence finally claimed him. We are profoundly grateful to have saved, served, and deeply loved this amazing horse. A memorial service will be held at the beginning of the year.

The broken trail that led Blades to Red Bucket Equine Rescue was anything but straight. An extraordinary athlete reserved at $290,000 in a two-year-old auction, and an admirable performance record of 48 starts and 10 wins. Even then, he was bounced around with the gusting speed of a tennis match, having been claimed 15 times. He kept performing, first at high-end tracks, later finishing in low-end claiming races.

Having survived a local fire, he arrived two years later in a makeshift topless rig, 200 pounds underweight, with multiple fractures in both front legs. The recent sweat marks left behind by a saddle told the unspeakable tale of being ridden despite his agony. He backed out of the trailer, struggling to walk, with his head held high...a true hero!

While Blades quickly regained his dignity, he remained physically compromised. Devoted to his quality of life, Blades spent his days grazing and socializing with 14 other geldings, and retired to the protection of a well-bedded stall in the evenings.

As is our custom, we gifted Blades with his own red bucket, and named him in honor of Steve and Lucia Blades, treasured donors and adopters.

12/10/2023

Saturday, December 16th is the last day of our auction, so please remember to check out the wonderful items and trips that we have available!

12/09/2023

We have many great trips and gifts up for grabs on the auction!

12/09/2023

Don't forget, our auction is still live!

12/01/2023

Flashback Friday- Remembering Bilek!

Emaciated, abused, and suffering and speakable neglect. We were privileged to rescue Bilek from a dry riverbed, where he had been abandoned and left to die. Red Bucket remains profoundly grateful to have restored Bilek to health, safety, and true happiness.

11/27/2023

Make Cyber Monday Count TODAY! Our AUCTION IS LIVE 🎉 Every dollar raised goes directly to the horses and funds our program. BID on a diverse selection of trips, experiences, home goods, equestrian items, the ever-popular favorite picks from Mr. Rogers, and more!
📲 www.redbucket.org

11/23/2023

Red Bucket saves desperate and deserving horses…and completes families!
(Gulliver, Molly & Wyatt)❤️

11/20/2023

When you no longer have anything to worry about…❤

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11/17/2023

Orphaned and injured at only four days old, Keely was rescued with two other foals and their terrified mothers from a slaughter auction. Red Bucket cared for Keely around the clock, nurturing her and pairing her with a mini named Confeddy for warmth and companionship! All of the horses thrived and are living enriched lives today. Keely was featured in the 2016 Sony film Emma’s Chance!

11/14/2023

Red Bucket is grateful to be at the The Las Vegas National Horse Show November 13-19. Come by and and learn more about our lifesaving work! Get your “Ranger” and “Hashtag” plushie in time for the holidays! For all of our merchandise please go to www.red bucket rescue.org or visit our Shopify store at https://redbucketequinerescue.myshopify.com. Thank you Blenheim EquiSports!
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11/13/2023

Compassion is often a touch, a whisper…a moment of nurturing❤

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11/12/2023

Horses do not need to be able to be ridden in order to be of value! Anchor Man has been blissfully adopted for almost 3 years now. His adoptive mom also previously adopted “Secret” from Red Bucket 14 years ago and adores her boys! Let’s celebrate those who honor the promise of forever!❤️

11/09/2023

Yes! Donkeys do wear jammies! Tucking our friends in for the evening ❤️

11/06/2023

Red Bucket doesn't just save horses…Red Bucket completes families!

-stay tuned for information on our fabulous auction-

11/03/2023

Reciprocal love and mutual caring; Is it possible that in these turbulent times that we can take a lesson from the horses? Wishing peace and safety to the hurting world❤️

11/01/2023

Celebrating all of the horses, and those who celebrate with their beloved horses. Happy and safe Halloween 👻! Gulliver and Wyatt are celebrating over a decade with their forever family❤️🥳

10/18/2023

Red Bucket Horses are like potato chips…one is never enough!

10/17/2023

- Remembering Juliette
Our beautiful girl survived neglect, starvation, and senseless greed. It was our privilege to love her, know her, and witness her transformation.

10/09/2023

People ask us “Is this a rescue horse?” There is nothing wrong with a horse that has required rescue, only the circumstances that preceded the horse being helped.

10/06/2023

When you no longer have anything to worry about ❤️

09/01/2023

Flashback Friday - So grateful to have the opportunity to save and serve Clarabelle! Thanks to Red Bucket and all those who support our lifesaving work, Clarabelle has completely recovered and is well on her way to a happy, enriched, and safe life! Happily-ever-after really does exist!

08/28/2023

At Red Bucket we protect and preserve life❤️

08/28/2023

At Red Bucket we protect and preserve life❤️

08/23/2023

Compassion Fatigue is real…only those who experience it do not think of it as the negative cost of caring, we think of it as love.

08/21/2023

There is nothing wrong with a “rescue horse”….only the circumstances that preceded their rescue. We are so grateful to do this work❣️

08/19/2023

Friends come in all sizes!

08/18/2023

Flashback Friday - Abused, starved, and abandoned with a broken leg, Nelson was left to die in a dry riverbed. Discovered by a neighbor, Nelson was then tied to a tree and neglected for six long months until they feared that he would die on their property. Once rescued by Red Bucket, Nelson began the long process of heeling and reclaiming his life! We are profoundly grateful to have had the privilege of saving and serving this most deserving friend. Warm thanks to all those who support our lifesaving work… our work, his life, possible because of you!

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2885 English Road
Chino Hills, CA
91709

Telephone

+13104666223

Website

http://www.redbucketrescue.org/

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Enjoying the long weekend

In Loving Memory of Blades

Our HEARTS are shattered 💔 as we bid farewell to our precious Blades after 7️⃣ glorious years. Blades was a champion, a hero, a true athlete, and most importantly, our beloved precious friend. Years of prior abuse, neglect and ambivalence finally claimed him. We are profoundly grateful to have saved, served, and deeply loved this amazing horse. A memorial service will be held at the beginning of the year. The broken trail that led Blades to Red Bucket Equine Rescue was anything but straight. An extraordinary athlete reserved at $290,000 in a two-year-old auction, and an admirable performance record of 48 starts and 10 wins. Even then, he was bounced around with the gusting speed of a tennis match, having been claimed 15 times. He kept performing, first at high-end tracks, later finishing in low-end claiming races. Having survived a local fire, he arrived two years later in a makeshift topless rig, 200 pounds underweight, with multiple fractures in both front legs. The recent sweat marks left behind by a saddle told the unspeakable tale of being ridden despite his agony. He backed out of the trailer, struggling to walk, with his head held high...a true hero! While Blades quickly regained his dignity, he remained physically compromised. Devoted to his quality of life, Blades spent his days grazing and socializing with 14 other geldings, and retired to the protection of a well-bedded stall in the evenings. As is our custom, we gifted Blades with his own red bucket, and named him in honor of Steve and Lucia Blades, treasured donors and adopters.

Our HEARTS are shattered 💔 as we bid farewell to our precious Blades after 7️⃣ glorious years. Blades was a champion, a hero, a true athlete, and most importantly, our beloved precious friend. Years of prior abuse, neglect and ambivalence finally claimed him. We are profoundly grateful to have saved, served, and deeply loved this amazing horse. A memorial service will be held at the beginning of the year. The broken trail that led Blades to Red Bucket Equine Rescue was anything but straight. An extraordinary athlete reserved at $290,000 in a two-year-old auction, and an admirable performance record of 48 starts and 10 wins. Even then, he was bounced around with the gusting speed of a tennis match, having been claimed 15 times. He kept performing, first at high-end tracks, later finishing in low-end claiming races. Having survived a local fire, he arrived two years later in a makeshift topless rig, 200 pounds underweight, with multiple fractures in both front legs. The recent sweat marks left behind by a saddle told the unspeakable tale of being ridden despite his agony. He backed out of the trailer, struggling to walk, with his head held high...a true hero! While Blades quickly regained his dignity, he remained physically compromised. Devoted to his quality of life, Blades spends his days grazing and socializing with 14 other geldings, and retires to the protection of a well-bedded stall in the evenings. As is our custom, we gifted Blades with his own red bucket, and named him in honor of Steve and Lucia Blades, treasured donors and adopters.

Red Bucket Equine Rescue suffered catastrophic damage to a barn housing rescued horses. A giant tree snapped last Tuesday during the gale force rain and wind squall, trapping the terrified equines. The Red Bucket team sprang into action, battling the downpour to disassemble barn panels and free the panicked horses. Fortunately all horses and humans are safe. Donations are greatly appreciated at https://redbucketrescue.org/make-a-difference/. Please help us reach our goal of raising $32,000 to rebuild and safely return our displaced horses!

SoCal Storm Traps Rescued Horses

Happy Thanksgiving to all our wonderful team members who make it possible for us to care for the Equine‘s in our care and for the generosity of those who make our life-saving work possible! If you would like to see our entire year-end video please visit our website… We are grateful for all who help us help the horses! www.redbucketrescue.org

Did you ever play the “I Spy with my Little Eye” game as a child? Let’s play…Red Bucket style! I spy with my little eye…🧐 A young “blonde” pony that has made best friends of her very own! It’s hard to believe that just 7 months ago we were not sure she would survive, but she is in fact thriving and a survivor! Comment your best guess and tag a friend to celebrate her transformation 🥰 It is with profound thanks that we acknowledge our generous supporters that made her second chance possible! Our work is possible, because of you!

Mark Your Calendars! Ruby Red @ Home 2021

📅Mark your calendars + set a reminder for Saturday, November 13 at 5pm PST. We'll be gathering virtually for our biggest fundraiser of the year, #RubyRedatHome! Stay tuned here for more details on sponsorships, auction items, and how you can help make a difference. 💳Right now, we're asking for Amazon gift card donations to get the party started. Can you help? 𝐒𝐢𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐲 𝐯𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐤, 𝐩𝐮𝐫𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐚 𝐠𝐢𝐟𝐭 𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐝 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐡𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐢𝐭 𝐞𝐦𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬@𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐛𝐮𝐜𝐤𝐞𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐜𝐮𝐞.𝐨𝐫𝐠: https://tinyurl.com/RRAHAmazon.

⌛️4 MORE DAYS LEFT | #Tales4Tails

⌛️4 MORE DAYS LEFT to help support our lifesaving work in the Tales for Tails fundraiser. Tails are wagging & pets are bragging, but we have a long way to go... We humbly request for you to help us reach our goal of raising $100,000 by visiting https://events.handbid.com/fundraisers/tales-for-tails/pages to support/share a Red Bucket story or generously make a general donation. Our horses are counting on it! ❤️Please share this post to your feed, story, and tag friends and family who have a soft spot for animals. Thanks to our #Tales4Tails sponsor, Tail Spin Bracelets and everyone who has participated or donated so far. --------- The Plaid Horse Equivont Blenheim EquiSports SaddleBox

TELL YOUR STORY | #TALES4TAILS

Tales for Tails | Pet-2-Pet Fundraiser

Abbey and Abby!

Our lovely Treasured Resident Abbey gets a fantastic neck scratch from our wonderful, long-standing team member and intern Abby before her training session! Our resident's training is based on praise, positive reinforcement and confidence building and Abbey (the horse) is calm and happy enjoying her scratch and praise from Abby (the person!)

For months we have been sending Jenny photos and videos of Denny. This morning the favor was returned, and with it, came the deep satisfaction of a job well done, and the final circle of completeness. Denny is home.