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February Star Sanctuary & Adoptions

February Star Sanctuary rescues, rehabilitates and provides a refuge cats and horses in need.
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The mission of February Star Sanctuary is to rescue, rehabilitate and provide a permanent refuge to cats and horses in need. We help the community through outreach programs to help children develop compassion for rescue animals at a early age. Teaching our children to respect and protect even the smallest among us is one of the most important life lessons we can pass on. Children and animals are t

he most vulnerable members of society, and abuse to both groups is on the rise. Our goals at the Sanctuary are to give the unwanted a home and to teach children compassion. We aim to build a generation of animal advocates one child at a time.

11/09/2024

Saturday brunch to share all the good gossip with your besties 🐴😂

11/09/2024

With Veterans Day on Monday, it’s a great time to think about the equine heroes that served in our armed forces. 🐎 Horses have long been entrenched in military battles, from the days of chariots to the Korean War. In fact, the first evidence of horses in battle dates all the way back to nearly 4,000 BC. Tasked with carrying both soldiers and supplies, being part of a cavalry and performing solo missions, horses have always played a crucial role in both battle and survival. Countless lives have been saved thanks to the bravery and loyalty of horses throughout many wars. These equine warriors deserve our honor and respect not only on , but every day. 🙌

The first image is by Ägyptischer Maler um 1355 v. Chr. - The Yorck Project (2002) 10.000 Meisterwerke der Malerei (DVD-ROM), distributed by DIRECTMEDIA Publishing GmbH. ISBN: 3936122202., Public Domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=146253

The second image is by Master Sgt. Chris Spence, FOB-53/U.S. Army, United States Special Operations Command - http://www.cnn.com/2011/10/06/us/afghanistan-horse-soldiers-memorial/index.htmlHigher resolution image, taken from: http://www.com.washington.edu/2012/10/quade-horse-soldiers/Also available in this PDF: http://www.dtic.mil/ndia/2012SOLIC/Mulholland.pdf, Public Domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=18023040

The third image is by George Catlin - Unknown, Public Domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=1270594

11/06/2024

Want to help a but not yet ready to adopt? Maybe you’ve already adopted and you still want to help more? We have a wonderful opportunity for you to . 🐈 As a feline rescue, we always have so, so many kittens in need and becoming a is one of the many ways you can help. 💖 All you have to do is make a donation, which will help us care for and feed the you sponsor. 🐈‍⬛

Click the following link to make your donation and then email us at februarystarsanctuary.com to let us know you’re ready to start your sponsorship. 📲 https://februarystarsanctuary.com/ -8e92-406d-8395-d1091ec0af75

What do you get in addition to knowing you did something wonderful for a kitten in need? 💞 Once your donation is received, if you would like to come to our sanctuary and interact with your assigned kitten, we would love to see you! 🤗 If you don’t live locally, we’ll send you a picture of the kitten you’re sponsoring. 📷 Any donation amount is appreciated. 🙏 If you have family and friends who would also love to help a kitten in need, please feel free to share our information. 📲

11/05/2024

When someone says it's time to get up 😴🐱

11/03/2024

Romeo 🐴❤️

11/03/2024

Look at this sweet boy! he helped me do morning chores yesterday. He’s around 14 weeks neutered and had vaccinations up for adoption. We prefer indoor home.

11/03/2024

Interesting totally agree with this but just like people some ‘smarter’ than others.

“Horses have the ability to think and plan ahead and are far more intelligent than scientists previously thought, according to a Nottingham Trent University study that analysed the animal’s responses to a reward-based game.

“The horses cannily adapted their approach to the game to get the most treats – while making the least effort.

“Previously, research has suggested that horses simply respond to stimuli in the moment, they don’t proactively look ahead, think ahead and plan their actions – whereas our study shows that they do have an awareness of the consequences and outcomes of their actions,” said the lead researcher, Louise Evans.”

https://www.theguardian.com/science/article/2024/aug/12/horses-can-plan-ahead-and-think-strategically-scientists-find

The actual research paper…

“Whoa, No-Go: Evidence consistent with model-based strategy use in horses during an inhibitory task”
Louise Evans et al.
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0168159124001874?via%3Dihub

Read about Akhal-Teke Foundation programs here…
https://www.akhaltekefoundation.org/programs.html

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10/31/2024

, fellow lovers and all! 🐈‍⬛🎃

10/31/2024

A gorgeous mare with a sweet personality to match? 🤔 You must be thinking of Hailey! 🐴 This 24 years young has a great mix of energy and chill. 😎 She’ll likely want to be the first to say “hello” to you each day. We think she’ll make a great companion horse with the possibility for very light riding. 🐎 If you think Hailey and her heart stopping good looks would be a great match for you, click to inquire: 📲 https://www.myrighthorse.org/available-horses/mare-thoroughbred-from-knoxville-hailey

10/31/2024

Good tips for our furry friends this Halloween

🎃 Are you ready for ? Our greatest fear is anything that threatens the safety of your pets. Help us spread awareness by sharing this graphic from the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center with your communities. Wishing everyone a happy and safe holiday! 🐾✨

10/31/2024

Our favorite old girl - Indy 🐴❤️

10/30/2024

Hay, hay and more hay! ✨️ That’s just one of the many things we always need more of at our nonprofit . 🐈‍⬛🐎 Want to supplies and food before the holidays and help our and in need? 🤗 Check out the list of our most common needs and drop off or ship directly to our sanctuary at 3910 Ausherman Rd., Knoxville, MD 21758. 💌📬

We sincerely appreciate your help! 🙏

10/30/2024

Trailer training for Rose 🌹

10/29/2024

Let’s welcome Simon. He arrived on Saturday.
Seems like a super sweet gelding.

10/29/2024

Look at those pretty paws 🐾🥰
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10/29/2024

I have lots of horses up for adoption just in time for Christmas! message me or comment any questions. Later I will be posting ads in the comments. I have lead line ponies, jumpers, projects. All of the above really 😂🤦‍♀️

Feel free to call or text me 2404403297. Will be available to call from 2:30 - 7pm this evening!

* the two horses pictured are not available please do not call me about them.😂😂*

Address

3910 Ausherman Road
Knoxville, MD
21758

Telephone

+14103704402

Website

http://www.februarystarsanctuary.com/

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Trailer training for Rose 🌹

Let’s welcome Simon. He arrived on Saturday. Seems like a super sweet gelding.

We get this question a lot - what happens when one of the sanctuary/barn cats gets sick? most are not tame. First we have to trap them which is always complicated because you never get the cat you want in the trap. Once they’re trapped like any other cat either we treat them the best we can contained so they don’t make the rest sick or we take them to the vet. like every other rescue, we always have unexpected vet bills. It happens every week. This week already we have two that need to see the vet for upper respiratory infections and one neuter. The neuter happened when someone asked to borrow one of our traps because they thought they had a possum or a raccoon in feed room and instead they caught a cat that needed to be neutered. This is what your donations go towards!! 🐈❤️

Epic adoption opportunity! ✨️ There’s a dynamic duo looking to live out their golden years with a loving adopter. 🐴🐴 Molly, a 29 year old #quarterhorse mare and Apache, a 26 year old #quarterhorse gelding, are both very calm and great with ground manners. 💞 They could make fantastic #companionhorses! We would like these sweethearts to be adopted together. 🐎🐎 If you think your barn is the perfect place for both Molly and Apache, inquire today: 📲 https://docs.google.com/forms/d/18xUsJlZzlMsxP9mir40YNE2AiwYMy3qqg9EGa7awxw4 Molly: https://www.myrighthorse.org/available-horses/mare-american-quarter-horse-from-knoxville-molly Apache: https://www.myrighthorse.org/available-horses/gelding-american-quarter-horse-from-knoxville-apache #aspcarighthorse #horseadoption #adoptahorse #horserescue #horses

When you're just the sweetest, silly boy 🤗 📲 https://www.myrighthorse.org/available-horses/gelding-tennessee-walking-horse-from-knoxville-thunder #horserescue #horseadoption #adoptahorse #CompanionHorse #aspcarighthorse

Check out the strut on Rose! 🌹 😍 This adorable #pony has been the ultimate sweetheart since arriving. 💗 She knows how to stay calm, cool and collected, all while looking good doing it! 🐴 Rose is easy to tack up and currently thriving in our training program. With great potential as a trail rider, lesson horse, therapy horse or companion horse, this cutie is looking for a loving forever home. 🐎 If you’re ready for Rose to bloom into a star in your barn, inquire today 📲: https://www.myrighthorse.org/available-horses/mare-pony-of-the-americas-from-knoxville-rose #horses #horserescue #horseadoption #adoptahorse #trailriding #companionhorse

Prayers for Florida💗

As many have seen the news, we pray for those in Florida. People, pets, livestock. We keep you all in our thoughts and prayers. At the end of this video is a screenshot I’ve seen on social media about a place you can bring livestock 9 hours away from Tampa. At the farm we have been blessed even with the creek right next to us that we’ve truly only had one bad flood. Florida know that you are in our prayers and we’re only a call away. Stay safe Florida!

Today we hosted Scott Key Center. Rose, Nash & Indy enjoyed all the attention. Thank you Kevin & Sam from helping this morning 🐴🥰

Cash is a beautiful black thoroughbred that’s been thriving since arriving at our sanctuary. 😍 He’s a sweetheart that’s nice to handle on the ground and in the field. 🐎 We’re in the process of deciding the perfect next chapter for Cash, but we’re sure this 7 year old gelding has a bright future and second career ahead. ✨️ If you think Cash would have the perfect home in your barn, inquire today! 📲 https://www.myrighthorse.org/available-horses/gelding-thoroughbred-from-knoxville-cash #horseadoption #adoptahorse #horserescue #ottb #offtrackthoroughbred #aspcarighthorse

Q/A Answers!

Answering all your questions! #horseandcatrescue #horsesinneed #catsinneed #horserescue #donate #catrescue #horses

Time to focus on Fern! 🐎 At 20 years old, she’s got a lot of love left to give. 💞 Fern is available as a companion horse and is looking for just the right adopter who understands her needs. She’s blind in one eye and can be a bit skittish. 🐴 Her adopter should be willing to build a relationship with her and give her patience while earning her trust. We think your efforts will be rewarded with this beautiful chestnut #AmericanSaddlebred. If you’re interested in giving Fern a loving forever home, inquire online today. We also encourage you to come by the sanctuary and get to know her! 📲 https://www.myrighthorse.org/available-horses/mare-american-saddlebred-from-knoxville-fern #horserescue #companionhorse #therapyhorse #horseadoption #adoptahorse #aspcarighthorse

Cute pony alert! 🌹 Rose is an adorable chestnut #pony that recently came to our sanctuary. She's a loving sweetheart that stays very calm and doesn’t seem to spook. 🐎 We think Rose would be a great horse for kids leadline, lessons, camp or just butt to butt trail riding. She's very easy to tack up and is currently in training. 🐴 Although she has a hard side and is currently not a fan of loading on the trailer, her training is coming along very well. If you think Rose is ready to bloom in your barn, inquire today! 📲 https://www.myrighthorse.org/available-horses/mare-pony-of-the-americas-from-knoxville-rose #horserescue #trailriding #companionhorse #therapyhorse #horseadoption #adoptahorse #aspcarighthorse

Say "hi" to Cash! 💰This handsome black thoroughbred is a real sweetie to handle on the ground and in the field. 🐎 Due to a bad case of rainrot when he arrived (which he is currently being treated for), we haven't gotten to try him under saddle much just yet. We're in the process of figuring out some great second career options for him. 💗 If Cash is the gelding for you, click here to inquire:📲 https://www.myrighthorse.org/available-horses/gelding-thoroughbred-from-knoxville-cash #horserescue #horseadoption #adoptahorse #aspcarighthorse

Admiral has came such a long way!! Such a good boy for our farrier.

STELLLAAAA! Have you seen our new bay beauty, Stella? 🌟 Just like many of us, this sweet mare has a sweet tooth. She's always in the mood for a treat! 🥕🍎 Stella was out of training for a couple of years but is getting right back into the swing of things. She's the cutest jumper and would be great in a lesson program, eventing, trail riding, hunter jumper, English pleasure or for a child getting into pony club. 🐎 If you think Stella could be a star in your barn, click the link to inquire: 📲 https://www.myrighthorse.org/available-horses/mare-thoroughbred-from-knoxville-stella #horsesanctuary #horserescue #horseadoption #adoptahorse #aspcarighthorse #ottb #offtrackthoroughbred

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The mission of February Star Sanctuary rescues rehabilitates and provides a permanent refuge cats and horses in need. We help the community though outreach programs to help children develop compassion for rescue animals at a early age. Teaching our children to respect and protect even the smallest among us is one of the most important life lessons we can pass on. Children and animals are the most vulnerable members of society, both groups abuse is on the rise. Our goal with this sanctuary is to give the unwanted a home and to teach children compassion. Building a generation of animal advocates, one child at a time.