SFS Equine Rescue

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!

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

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.

01/19/2025

Winter storm prep 🥶

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.

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1844vwGbft/?mibextid=wwXIfr

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!

01/04/2025

Sound advice 🤷🏼‍♀️

Pretty true I think. 😁

12/29/2024

We were completely saturated with rain yesterday so Walter decided now is the best time to insert himself into the freshly cleaned up front paddocks. He also discovered Josie’s stall shavings and rearranged the front barn during his visit.

Thanks Walter 🤦🏼‍♀️😂

12/22/2024

Postcard from Charlotte and Minnie! These girls are so deeply loved by the Robideaux family. Love seeing these sweethearts and hearing from their beautiful family 🎄💖

12/20/2024

Willow smiles are the best smiles ❤️

12/19/2024

Who doesn’t love Scentsy? Now your order will help support SFSER! Treat yourself and your home smelling great for the holidays or share the love to someone else all while giving back to the rescue. Scan the QR code for more info ❤️🐴❤️

12/18/2024

Our front paddocks have been in need of some cleanup, dirt work, and tree removal. We were finally able to make that happen thanks to some end of the year grants and donations! We were also able to pay off our $3300 feed bill (🥴) and make some much needed upgrades to our water well so that it can be more dependable.

This is Josie’s area. She is our precious donkey who previously foundered really badly and, while she cannot have grass, we want to keep her paddocks as comfortable as possible for her. She also graciously volunteered to supervise all of todays work.

A huge thank you to our wonderful supporters! It’s been a very tough year financially and inflation has really taken its toll but we are filled with gratitude for this amazing blessing ❤️

A big thanks to the following:

The 4 Legs Foundation

The Marianne Halle Animal Support Foundation c/o MJ Porter

Mr. & Mrs. Bruce of Baton Rouge

Cindy, Mark, and Eileen Christianson

H&R Water Well Service

D & J Dirt Work Services

12/17/2024

A reminder of where we started just 7 months ago. From neglected to forever home. This is what rescue is all about and why we never give up on our rescues.

12/15/2024

💖💖Postcard from Diamond & Ruby💖💖

Just look at Diamond and her new mom! Aren’t they the perfect match? 🥰

Ruby has been hitting the trails too. Sweet girls!