SFS Equine Rescue

SFS Equine Rescue SFS Equine Rescue is a 501(c)(3) organization that provides rescue, rehabilitation and sanctuary. Toby was just a baby at only 18 months old when I found him.

Safe From Slaughter Equine Rescue (SFSER) is here to prove that a kill-pen or auction ring does not have to be an ending for all horses. Through education, awareness, and rescue we CAN make this happen! Thousands and thousands of beautiful, healthy, sound, and sane horses from the United States are slaughtered every year through exportation into Mexico and Canada. It's one of our country's most de

pressing and well hidden secrets. Through awareness and a strengthened rescue network we can offer these beautiful, majestic creatures homes and safe haven. I would like to take the time to share what started this journey and fueled my passion for rescued horses. Three very special horses are the reason this organization has come to be. My very first rescued horse was named Toby, back when I was only 11 years. Toby was muddy, dirty and ignored in a small mud-filled round pen. His hooves had been so damaged from being allowed to stay in those conditions that he required a lot of extensive farrier care. He was my companion, friend, and family member for more than 23 years. Toby passed away in November of 2013, which was devastating to me. Fast forward to 2016 and I am still missing Toby but I want to do more than simply save one life. I have to do more. I want to help many horses. But how? Where do I start? Then, one night while I am browsing Facebook, I come across a post of these beautiful horses! Then I see the words "KILL PEN"...what? Kill Pen? These perfectly healthy horses are being slaughtered. Like many Americans, I was aware of horse slaughter but not the magnitude of which it happens. That is when it clicked....THIS is what I need to do! One of the first horses I took in was Titus, a beautiful flea-bitten grey gelding. Titus had been neglected and was underweight but the amount of potential was undeniable. Once Titus arrived home I discovered that he came with registration papers. I was always one to like the horse, not the bloodline, but I was interested in knowing his past. As I took to google and the AQHA website I discovered that Titus was bred as a cutting horse in Oklahoma. He comes from a very impressive bloodline from Doc Bar and hall of fame horse Oklahoma Star. Titus is presently gaining weight, enjoying regular feedings, and learning to accept kindness from humans again. He is the horse pictured in our cover photo. The picture was taken while he was at the kill pen. The third and final horse than really pushed this decision was Duncan. Duncan is a precious one-eyed pinto mini gelding. Duncan is one of the most affectionate, loving horses I have ever had the pleasure to meet. He loves children, other horses, and every human he meets. He never has a bad day. He loves being groomed and getting kisses. Horse slaughter does not discriminate. From racehorses, to Clydesdale, to mini horses. ALL are in danger! From yearling to senior. From horses to donkeys to mules. You will find them all at a kill pen. Ranch horses, lesson horses, and yes, even our beautiful wild mustangs. Horses have assisted us with our battles, donkeys and mules have carried our burdens, now is our time to help with their battles and burdens. A brilliant man named Albert Schweitzer once said “Think occasionally of the suffering of which you spare yourself the sight.” and that is what I am asking of you. Educate yourself about horse slaughter. Donate to help these wonderful animals so that they may have a future. Adopt a rescue. Bid on that horse at auction that is being sold by the pound. If you cannot bring a horse home, donate to save them. If you cannot donate, educate someone. There is ALWAYS something that you can do. There no such thing as too little when it comes to a life saved. And please, if ever you witness abuse, REPORT IT IMMEDIATELY!!

It’s really sad the bullying that rescuers endure. Not just by every day people but from fellow rescuers as well. Everyo...
06/24/2025

It’s really sad the bullying that rescuers endure. Not just by every day people but from fellow rescuers as well. Everyone wants us to take more but no one wants to be supportive of those efforts. I’ve had to step back for this very reason. My rescue is either not big enough or taking on too much, too many for adoption or too many under sanctuary care. A grantor that we applied to, after they invited the application, recently turned us down because our donations were less than $50k for the year. Seems like more of a reason to help but hitting wall after wall gets exhausting. The lack of physical, emotional, and financial resources is neverending. Animal rescue nonprofits face criticism that other nonprofits never face. No one would tell a cancer research nonprofit the things that are told to us. The world is hateful and cruel.

My heart goes out to Mikayla and those who loved her. I wish she knew the world was brighter with her in it. I wish she knew she made a difference to the souls who did not judge her. I hope every animal she ever helped and passed on met her in the afterlife.

Mikayla Raines, founder of the popular Rescue YouTube channel, has sadly died by su***de, her husband confirmed. He shared that Raines had been struggling with online bullying and false rumors for years, saying, “Being the sensitive human that she was, Mikayla took it all to heart.” Everything we know so far is here: bit.ly/45DtvjK(📸: Courtesy of SaveAFox Rescue/Instagram)

🩷Postcard from Charlotte and Minnie🩷Minnie was once severely foundered and could barely walk when she came to SFSER. A s...
06/05/2025

🩷Postcard from Charlotte and Minnie🩷

Minnie was once severely foundered and could barely walk when she came to SFSER. A special diet and supplements allowed Minnie to make a full recovery. She was adopted by the Robideaux family as a companion for their mini, Rocky, and she’s never looked back. Minnie loves to run, jump and play with her best friend.

Fast forward a couple of years and Charlotte joined Minnie and Rocky. She is a treasured member of their family and Glorie is her best human girl.

Getting updates always makes my heart happy but what special girls these are. We could not have asked for a better life for them 🥹🩷

Always grateful to see these arrive in our mailbox! Every little bit helps to feed our lifelong residents
05/25/2025

Always grateful to see these arrive in our mailbox! Every little bit helps to feed our lifelong residents

Thank you to the kind donor who sent items from our Chewy wishlist for our sanctuary babies! We appreciate your kindness...
04/23/2025

Thank you to the kind donor who sent items from our Chewy wishlist for our sanctuary babies! We appreciate your kindness and support so very much!

Devastating loss. We are no strangers to disasters, especially fires. Our thoughts and prayers are with Happy Cat Sanctu...
04/01/2025

Devastating loss. We are no strangers to disasters, especially fires. Our thoughts and prayers are with Happy Cat Sanctuary 💔

We are at an utter loss for words. Today at 7:15am, a raging fire broke out and claimed the life of the founder of Happy Cat Sanctuary, Christopher Arsenaul, and over 100 precious cats.

Strong Island Rescue and Jaeger’s Run Animal Rescue are on the ground actively conducting a search and rescue. Many cats have been found alive but in critical condition, and many have been found deceased.

We are in contact with the rescuers on the ground and have offered to take some of survivors of this tragedy.

Our hearts are shattered. We learned a lot about Chris today, including how amazing he was and how much he gave to keep these animals safe—they were his world, and he was theirs.

RIP Chris. The rescue community lost a warrior. We will do everything we can to help.

03/03/2025

During one tense bullfight, matador Álvaro Múnera did the unthinkable. As the crowd roared for the next dramatic move, he suddenly stepped away from the bull, walked to the edge of the arena, and sat down. Silence fell over the spectators.

Later, Múnera revealed the moment that transformed him forever:
"In that instant, I forgot the danger of the horns. All I could see were his eyes—not filled with rage, but with innocence. He wasn’t attacking; he was pleading for his life. I realized this was not a fight, but an act of cruelty. I dropped my sword, left the arena, and vowed never to fight again. Instead, I would fight against a world that turns suffering into entertainment."

Múnera walked away from bullfighting and became an advocate against animal cruelty, using his platform to fight for the very beings he once battled. His story is a powerful testament to the force of compassion and the courage it takes to change. Sometimes, all it takes is one moment of connection to see the world differently. 🐂❤️

02/02/2025
So grateful that I can check on the rescue babies to make sure they are safe. They have loads of hay and alfalfa. None o...
01/21/2025

So grateful that I can check on the rescue babies to make sure they are safe. They have loads of hay and alfalfa. None of them are used to these temps except Kristy, our Canadian OTTB. The minis also seem to enjoy cold and miserable. Titus, on the other hand, is super cold sensitive so he is bundled up a bit more than the others.

Winter storm prep 🥶
01/19/2025

Winter storm prep 🥶

We are doing our best to prepare the rescue and all of the lives who depend on us for the winter storm heading our way. ...
01/19/2025

We are doing our best to prepare the rescue and all of the lives who depend on us for the winter storm heading our way. This is not something we see here in our area of Louisiana so it’s a bit stressful.

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A MAJOR SNOWSTORM TUESDAY- every model you look at says the same thing, this could be an historic storm for the Gulf Coast. The widespread nature of snow accumulations is something we rarely see this far south. Expect this snow event to rival some of the most significant in our history.

There will be some mixing issues in spots as we filter in sleet and freezing rain with the snow. Any liquid rain would only be in southern areas at the coast. As the storm cranks up through the day Tuesday, a complete transition to heavy snow is possible. Where we get that complete changeover, the banding of snow will be heavy. It’s in these locations where snow accumulations over 6” are possible, it would not be shocking to see a few 8-10” totals.

With that being said, residents need to be prepared. Freezing temperatures in advance of the winter storm will set the stage for a rapid deterioration of our interstate system and roadways. Expect this to occur in the early morning hours of Tuesday. Please be in your safe spot for the duration of the storm by then. Travel will become impossible from Tuesday through most of Wednesday - I wouldn’t expect improvement on the roads until Thursday at the earliest.

As snow accumulates, it can get heavy leading to sagging power lines and falling branches. Please watch for this around your home! It could lead to power outages as well.

Once we lay a snowpack, those spots will have a VERY frigid night Tuesday night into Wednesday. Lows in the teens are likely which is an automatic pipe freeze.

Stay safe y’all! Snow can be fun but also dangerous if you don’t take precautions. I’ll keep you updated as this possibly historic event plays out!

Sound advice 🤷🏼‍♀️
01/04/2025

Sound advice 🤷🏼‍♀️

Pretty true I think. 😁

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