Horse & Halo

01/06/2026

Idaho enters 2026 ranked 48th in the nation for the worst animal protection laws—second from the bottom.

A loophole in the Idaho animal creulty statute failed the horse in these videos and led to a not guilty verdict.

https://www.horseandhalo.com/rescue-news/the-horse-lost-to-common-practice-c6zpb

What you can do:

🏛️ Contact your legislators and advocate for stronger animal cruelty laws
🔎 Find your Idaho Legislator: https://legislature.idaho.gov/legislators/

👥 Show up for cases that matter — presence counts

🚨 Report suspected neglect or abuse
• Inside city limits: City Animal Control or Police Dispatch
• Outside city limits: County Sheriff’s Office (non-emergency)

Not Guilty Does Not Mean Innocent: Inside the Tori Tropf and Roger Reiley Trial Jan 5 Written By Mandie Stuhan How a loophole in Idaho Animal Cruelty Statute shaped the outcome. Tori Tropf and Roger Reiley of Teton County, Idaho ⚠️ Important NoticeThe following post contains disturbing details o...

01/04/2026

When cruelty is argued as normal, the horse loses.

After working on this case all year, we were there as it unfolded over three days in a Jefferson County courtroom.

Full story Monday.

01/02/2026

Update on these two brave mares 💙

Using the Henneke Body Condition Scoring System, the paint mare is barely a 2, and the black mare is approximately a 2.75. Their thick winter coats can be misleading… They’ve grown extra hair because they have little to NO body fat to keep them warm 💔

🙏🏼 We are incredibly grateful for every single donation, share, and kind word that has helped support these girls so far. The generosity shown has truly made a difference.

We’ll be heading back out tomorrow to check on them and will continue to update. Thank you for standing with them. 🤍

👉 Donate here: https://givebutter.com/helpahorse
Or Venmo: https://www.venmo.com/u/horseandhalo

👉 Text 2MARES to 53-555

👉 Wishlist / Supplies: https://www.chewy.com/g/horse-halo-inc_b121841127

01/02/2026

As we step into 2026, we’re carrying hope, compassion, and second chances with us.
Oakley is still searching for her person❤️ Thank you for being part of the journey. 🤍

01/01/2026

Rain or shine, the horses still need care, love, and yes...room service
We're caring for some amazing adoptable horses while they wait for their forever homes. Adoption or donations (link in bio) make this possible 💖

12/31/2025

‼️ Senior Mares Found Abandoned — They Need Your Help‼️

💖 What they need RIGHT NOW-

To stabilize them, we are seeking donations for:
• 🌾 Hay
• 🥣 Equine Senior feed
• 🦠 Dewormer
• 🦶 Hoof care
• 🪢 Two halters with lead ropes (COVERED!! Thank you Angelica & Nicole)

These essentials will allow us to support them safely while next steps are determined.

👉 Donate here: https://givebutter.com/helpahorse
Or Venmo: https://www.venmo.com/u/horseandhalo

👉 Text 2MARES to 53-555

👉 Wishlist / Supplies: https://www.chewy.com/g/horse-halo-inc_b121841127

We want to extend sincere thanks to the Boise County Sheriff Department , Edith Williams, and the Brand Inspector for going above and beyond to keep these horses safe. This is exactly what strong collaboration looks like.

Two mares wandered into a large pasture, where they are currently located. While this has provided temporary safety, this is not a permanent solution.

Meet the mares:
• 🎨 Paint mare — estimated to be in her mid-20s, very friendly, appears to have cataracts, and clearly needs groceries.

• 🖤 Black mare — more reserved and not yet comfortable with close handling (including checking her teeth), but settling.

They will be looking for thier forever home after we receive the thumbs up from the brand inspector and veterinarian. Feed or supplies that are donated toward their care will go with them. If you are interested in adopting follow this link.
https://www.horseandhalo.com/adoption-inquiry

If you’re unable to donate, sharing this post helps tremendously. 🙏🏼

Thank YOU for helping ensure these mares didn’t disappear without help and for being part of what comes next. 💙

12/26/2025

Peppermint?

12/25/2025

🎄✨ Merry Christmas from Horse & Halo ✨🎄

12/22/2025

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1MDjYT4YHi/

Celebrating "The One" who instilled an undying desire to help horses, donkeys and mules in our soul. There have been more since, but to that very first, we are grateful.

12/22/2025

Her name was Birdie. She was in her mid-30s.

For over a decade, Birdie stood by a tree atop four feet of manure. Exposed, starving, and unable to move, her suffering was ignored despite countless reports.

When a mutual acquaintance introduced me to the neighbors on the adjoining property, I saw her. I promised both them and Birdie that we would return—and we did. After the sheriff finally did the right thing, rescue came at last. For the first time, she had food she could eat, slowly gained weight, became stronger and finally Birdie grazed, made friends, ran in the pasture, and tasted freedom.

The person responsible was found guilty of neglect and banned from owning livestock. Twenty-four hours later, Birdie lay down and crossed the rainbow bridge.

Nitecap and Pepper’s owner and CJ’s owner inspired the founding of Horse & Halo. Birdie is why I advocate and speak up for abused and neglected horses (Especially senior horses). I made a promise to Birdie that I would create change. 2026 is the year to champion change for horses like Birdie.

12/20/2025

Happy Gotcha Day, Ami 💫
One incredibly sweet mare + one wonderful home = the kind of ending we love most. We’re so happy for you, beautiful girl! 🐴💛

12/08/2025

Thank you Gwen for making these. So awesome all of our horses have name plates!💜💜👏🐴