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Kataluna Horse Rescue

Kataluna Horse Rescue Is dedicated towards rescue and rehabilitation for equines in need!
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This page was created to share our horses life changing journeys through rescue of slaughter bound horses. As well as embark on the amazing opportunities to allow humans be the student, and learn from the horses point of view.

07/14/2025

Dolly, Dubs & Rosie VET UPDATES❤️‍🩹

Today the girls got initial exams done by our amazing veterinarian to make sure everyone’s getting exactly what they need in their care and rehab. To say I’ve never seen horses as truly heartbroken as these two would be an understatement. We’ve had over hundreds of equines cross our path here over the years, but Dolly and Rosie are truly some of the saddest I’ve ever been around.

Dolly, the pinto, is so shut down and checked out. She just stands with such a blank expression. She’s never had anyone to fight for her before, but she does now and I can’t wait for her to learn & feel that. Today she got fluids and lots of good nutrients and vitamins in her system. Our vet will be back to administer more fluids tomorrow as she is severely dehydrated. We are also hoping to get blood work back from the lab tomorrow. She’s not really wanting to eat or drink much but we’re hoping today’s visit gives her body the jumpstart it needs. Little dubs, her Palomino filly, is doing well. She is at least two months old from what we can tell.

Rosie, the red mare, who we think is about 17 years old, is such a sweetheart truly. She was so good for her exam despite everything I’m sure she’s been through previously. Her body tells a wicked story, she is absolutely covered in scars given from people and other horses. She most likely just recently had her baby taken from her, and… yes, she is in fact pregnant again. We did see a little one on her ultrasound today which means Rosie will be staying with us for quite a while so we can ensure she has a safe place to foal and raise her baby.

In regards to Dolly, she was sold exposed back to the same stud she currently had baby Dubs with. We are guessing she’s in her mid to late 20s and especially with the condition of her body I hope more than anything she’s not pregnant, however, unfortunately, we were unable to check today because we have far too many other things to be concerned about and will check again when she’s more stable and cleared from quarantine. In the last two pictures, you can see on Rosie that she has two different glue tag spots which means she had been through two different auction sales within a short timeframe. Sweet Dolly’s coat is so poor that even with a special adhesive remover glue put on her to hold her tag number went all the way to her skin.

These girls have been through so much, and I’m just so glad they are here so we can show them exactly what true love and care looks like❤️‍🩹

07/11/2025

I think people who have been through the most sadness, are often the ones who try their hardest to make others happy, even at the expense of themselves. Because they know deep in their heart and soul what it’s like to feel empty and depressed, and they don’t want anyone else to feel that way.

It comes with the responsibility of feeling like you can be everything for everyone, yet somehow feel like you’re letting them all down at the same time. Why our brain chooses to think that way is something I don’t think I’ll ever quite understand, with how so two sided each end can be.

But ultimately, as the saying goes “If you try to please all, you’ll please none”. It’s a lesson I know far too many of us face daily, yet we still give every ounce of ourselves towards others, even knowing the sacrifices we are making in our own lives.

There has to be a balance. Some people won’t understand your balance. Some might question it. Some won’t respect it. But you know what? It’s okay. Because we are all doing our best, to be the best we can be every single new day that begins. Your best doesn’t have to make everyone else feel better all the time. Your balance *has* to work for you, because it’s time you start remembering how to also make yourself happy. Others will follow, and they will be okay too. Maybe that would even lead to happier world overall, if we all just woke up remembering to make ourselves happy too.

07/08/2025

❤️ADOPTION ANNOUNCEMENTS❤️
Kataluna Horse Rescue has a handful of horses ready to find their families! Saddle horses, young projects, minis, & companions! Everyone is up to date on their farrier & veterinary care (dentals, deworming, vaccines). Small rehoming carrots. Send me or Kataluna a pm to learn more! We have lots more pictures & videos of everyone! Located in Fall City WA

❤️TUCKER- Tucker is a 15hh 6 year old registered AQHA bay gelding. He had a rough start to life but has made a full turn around and ready to be in your pocket pal. He loves cuddles and attention, he has been started under saddle but is very green still so would need an experience home or someone willing to work with a trainer, but I also think he would be perfect for a family who wants a guy that will just love everyone. He’s been to town, to the coffee shop, through the neighborhoods, he’s just the best boy!

❤️Lefty- Lefty is a 15 year old 15hh stunning copper bay quarter horse mare. She is a sweet heart and has a beautiful walk trot under saddle but is still building up muscle and balance in the lope. She is missing her left eye so lacks a little confidence on the right side, she would benefit well from a confident partner & loves to follow a buddy.

❤️George- George is a 17hh 12 year old warmblood gelding. He is a sweet heart but a very big guy and he knows it! George had quite a bit of trauma in his past that we’ve been working through, he’s very slowly entering our riding side of training with a rider at a walk. He goes on walks down the road & does best with other geldings. George would benefit best from a confident person or trainer who can help continue his progress on the ground and under saddle.

❤️Orion- Orion is a 14.2hh 6 year old Grulla BLM mustang! He is very spunky, very sweet and curious like a mustang! We don’t believe he has been started to ride, but he is good on the ground with a confident partner. If you love mustangs, this guy is a dream! He definitely does better with geldings. He gets along with mares but can be a bit protective over them. He is not stud like but has been tested for cryptorchid just in case and it was negative.

❤️Rita- Rita is a 16hh 6 year old chestnut thoroughbred mare (yes the red hot triple threat)! We believe she had a foal previously and that was most of what she’s done. She has started in our training program to work on groundwork with boundaries and confidence, and is very lightly & slowly being started in the riding program. She has not been rode yet as we want to establish everything on the ground first. She’s a big cuddle bug and will make deep connections with the right person, but definitely needs an experienced human.

❤️Cheeto & Dorito- these boys are chestnut yearling mini geldings, as of right now they are only about 28 inches tall but will grow a bit more. Both boys came to us completely unhandled and have been making good progress but will need a home they can continue their learning!

07/07/2025

HERD & letting horses be horses❤️

This is one of our biggest goals here at Kataluna. Each and every one of our horses comes from a different background with usually no idea of their history. They come from abuse, from neglect, from trauma, and sometimes just ending up in the wrong place at the wrong time.

Often times people are surprised when they arrive at our farm and see we don’t have a typical Barn install set up. We have individual paddocks with built-in shelters that have access to Pasture turn out on two different sides of our farm. This gives Horses the opportunity to have movement 24/7, heard mentality 24/7, and forage basically however often they’d like. It gives them the opportunity to just *be horses*.

Also, often times, people are surprised by how calm & happy our horses are, and how well they do together in their groups especially after all they’ve been through. When you see most modernized equestrian facilities now days, every horse has individual stalls with individual turnouts and occasional pasture access if they are lucky. They don’t usually get to intermingle with the other horses because it’s considered too dangerous. They live on a strict schedule every day because that’s what humans have accustomed them too. Now I’m not saying this is a bad way of living! If your horse is loved and cared for, then that is absolutely the most important thing that should matter! However, providing them with a space where they can truly be horses, how they were meant to live, I feel is one of the best ways we can offer rehabilitation for our rescues. I truly believe that’s why they turn around so quickly here and yes, absolutely we work with trainers, we set safety boundaries, and we make sure each horse has their Individual needs met, ultimately the goal is to adopt them out and find them homes, but I think providing them with a space where they can be themselves and us as humans are here for *them*, not the other way around, is what helps them truly feel safe.

📸AMAZING pictures of our herd captured by !!

07/06/2025

This is their reality right now. It’s upsetting. It’s heartbreaking. It’s just makes me so so sad. But despite it all, at least we can help.

Last week we created an emergency fundraiser to help this emaciated mama and her little baby get out of the slaughter pipeline and industry. The fact that she is where she is, in the condition she is, with a baby on side, and exposed back to the same stud again, then finally reduced to a number and sold at auction just truly breaks my heart. There’s no other way to explain it.

But we rallied, and this community came together to support, and now they have sanctuary here. They are currently in the care of our hauler in another state before making the trip up to WA, which although I so badly just want them to be here so we can love on and take care of them, I’m glad they are in the best hands and getting some time to rest after their whole life got turned upside down, before making the trip. We are expecting them to arrive at the end of this week and I will keep you all posted as we go❤️‍🩹 thank you all for making this happen and for helping them.

07/04/2025

Happy Fourth of July y’all!❤️💙🤍 From the Kataluna crew and Budderball, the best freedom merica Fourth of July firework festive horse you’ve ever seen😍 love these traditions we celebrate together❤️

07/01/2025

These moments are those which I am eternally grateful for❤️ getting to spend such a special weekend with some of the most incredible people and animals I hold so close to my heart, in my favorite place on earth. They keep me going me and remind me in the most important ways that this is such a huge part of what life is all about.

And yes… you are in fact seeing Millie Moo the mini cow turned seacow who I think had the most fun any cow has ever had on the beach (even though she may be one of the only cows on the beach😂🐄🌊)

Thank you for these amazing photos !

06/29/2025

I’ll never get tired of these before and afters😍 this time featuring Oats the donkey!

Oats was a yearling donkey we met at our local sale barn and came home on our trailer unexpectedly. He was a super shut down stud with a gnarly cut right above his right hind coronet band.
Now after just a couple months he’s healthy, happy, he greets you and calls for you at the fence for attention and is just the sweetest little soul❤️
Oats “after photo” was taken by an absolutely incredible photographer I had the pleasure of working with this week ! I can’t wait to share more of our herd that Adam captured because they are so beautiful!!

06/28/2025

This is rescue reality. They say the hardest of jobs are those being worked on the front lines, and in the animal rescue world, that is just about as close as you can get. Statistics show that people who work in animal rescue have one of the highest su***de rates in the country along with first responders and construction workers. The problem starts with too many in need, and not enough help. These people who run rescues and sanctuaries are fighting a battle every day to stay afloat financially, physically, mentally and emotionally all while supporting the needs of tens or hundreds of those who don’t have a voice to stand up for themselves. Often those same people who are trying to *help* the problem and *make a positive difference* are all at the same time, being extremely bullied, harassed, and scrutinized.
I think I can speak on behalf of all my fellow rescues that at some point we’ve all been told we’re doing it wrong, we’re not enough, and even in extreme cases, that we deserve to die. How incredibly awful is that.

Just like you, just like me, just like everyone, we are trying our best. We are trying our best to fix a problem we didn’t create, to heal hearts we didn’t break, and to show nothing but kindness and compassion to those who need it most.

Some of you may wonder why I’m sharing this post. Well a few days ago the rescue community lost an incredible woman. Mikayla Raines who ran tragically passed away by su***de. She suffered extensive online bullying despite doing everything right in helping animals who needed her. These comments, words, and “keyboard warriors”, even though that title feels so wrong to say because “warrior” is the farthest thing from a person who brings people down for no good reason, these words have have meaning. We read them. We wear our hearts on our sleeve and honestly we do take them to heart because it’s just who we are. We dedicate our entire livelihood to this purpose. This rescue IS our life. It IS who we are.

Words matter. Support matters. Love matters. And I think this world needs a little more of all of that. I would like to encourage you to tag some of your favorite animal rescues (or even just people dedicated to supporting animals) below. By doing so I hope we can connect more together as a family, to offer that support system to one another who need it. We rally for each other🧡

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02/13/2025

What’s cuter than a baby donkey wearing heart sunglasses on Valentine’s Day?…. Absolutely nothing this is as cute as it gets🥹💖 featuring the best photobomb of all time in the third picture😂 Hard to believe this was already a full year ago with baby Aretha & Elton! Who have both been adopted into the most incredible and loving homes we could ask for!❤️

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Our Story- Living through Liberty

This page was created to share the amazing opportunities that allow humans be the student and horses to be the teacher, and for us to learn from their point of view.

I grew up working with rescue horses using the “typical” type of horsemanship training, until when I was twelve years old one horse in particular came into my life and turned all that around. These methods that I always considered to be the only way of working with horses, were being shut down left and right. This horse was scared, frightened of humans and not ready to trust. Others had tried their methods on her, some helped, some did not, but I was at a loss. Honestly, I was scared. I had made all the choices I thought I knew how, until I soon came upon this idea of letting the horse choose, and letting the horse be completely FREE rather than forcing her to engage. I will admit, I was hesitant. I was scared if I took off the ropes, she would run, that if I gave her the choice, she would choose no. But that is the reality we had to face. Five years later, by using this method of FREEDOM, we developed a trust, a team, and most importantly a friendship. My ways of working with horses changed forever.

Since then, I have come across so many amazing horses through fostering, adoption from feed lots, etc. I am currently working in Washington to grow and exploit this “training” technique to share with the world of equine. We appreciate everyone who comes through to our page and hope to inspire you and your four legged friend to try something new in honor of them!