Horse & Halo

04/05/2025

Does this gelding look familiar to anyone? Please share to help reunite him with his owner.

03/23/2025

Remember G.B., the old ass donkey nobody wanted? Thanks to YOU, he’s now living his best life with his new best friend, Sherman.

Check out horsehalo’s video.

03/19/2025

https://www.horseandhalo.com/rescue-news/bring-cash-home

Cash, a grulla paint gelding, was caught in the auction pipeline after a broken deal. Horse & Halo is fighting for his return and holding unethical dealers accountable. Join the Bring Cash Home campaign to stand up for equine welfare.

03/19/2025

Have a free day or two? Come check out Teton Horse Experience.

Come and learn how you can help take action in keeping our not only safe but our legacy of horses alive!

03/18/2025

For 10 YEARS, this little Appaloosa POA stallion lived in the same pen… untouched, unhandled, and completely shut off from the world. 😢

🌟 New Start. New Life. New Hope. 🌟

Once we got him out of that situation, his whole world changed!

He was gelded, got his VERY FIRST hoof trim, 🐴✂️ AND got his vaccines + a microchip 💉🔍 so he’ll never be forgotten.

Now? He’s in training with Butch Mowdy learning that the world isn’t as scary as it once felt. Every single day, his confidence grows—and every single day, he reminds us he was ALWAYS worth it. ❤️💪

What this brave guy has conquered:
✅ 10 years of total isolation.
✅ Learning to trust humans. 🤝
✅ First-ever vet care, gelding & hoof trim. 🩺✂️
✅ Vaccinated & chipped for a safe future. 🐎
✅ Building confidence and learning new skills! 🌱💥

Huge thank you to Butch Mowdy for giving him the time and patience he deserves! ❤️🙏 He is just getting started! 🐾✨

03/15/2025

https://www.horseandhalo.com/rescue-news/wyoming-case

We are finally in a position to discuss this case. This past month has been more than just a rescue mission—it’s felt like a battle, at times like negotiating a hostage situation. You can read the attachment for the full story.

A huge thank you to Idaho Horse Rescue, to Jenna at Idaho Animal Rescue Network for her unwavering support, to Idaho Equine Hospital for providing two horses with critical surgeries and to the family member who fought just as hard to make sure these horses found safety.

And Mr. Purdom? There is still no legal accountability for the suffering these animals endured. The worst part? He still owns horses in Idaho. It’s unfathomable. I still can’t believe it.

Horse & Halo and Idaho Horse Rescue lead efforts to save 23 neglected horses from a major Wyoming cruelty case. Learn how they stepped in, the challenges they faced, and how you can help support their mission.

03/14/2025

🚨 Warning: You will start itching just watching this! 🚨

These young Wyoming horses didn’t just come with four hooves and a tail—they arrived fully loaded… with ticks and lice. 🤢 Even after two treatments, these little hitchhikers are hanging on like they own the place!

And that’s just the start. Not to mention physical deformities, serious injuries, ulcers, and enough sand in their guts to start a beach. 🫠 From life-saving surgery to tackling every challenge head-on, we’ve got our hands full.

We’ll share more of the story tomorrow, but for now, here’s an itchy little preview of just one of the many hurdles we’re working through. 😅🐴

03/11/2025

At the Capitol this afternoon with Freedom Bound Hounds, and Take Me Home Dog Rescue, Inc to testify on Bill 263. Did you know right now, rescues are taxed on adoption fees—money that should be going toward food, vet care, and safe shelter.

Bill 263 would ensure that every dollar is directed where it’s needed most—helping vulnerable animals and find loving homes.

Thank you to Jenna Idaho Animal Rescue Network for your work on this. If you’re an animal rescue in Idaho, this impacts you! There is strength in numbers—message us to learn how you can get involved.

It moved to the 14th order for a few changes—but we’re staying hopeful. Fingers crossed!

https://legislature.idaho.gov/wp-content/uploads/sessioninfo/2025/legislation/H0263.pdf

03/11/2025

This weekend was a big one for Ellen—for the first time, Ellen was turned out to explore the pasture, and even better—she made a friend! We walked the perimeter together, letting her take it all in. Then, we stepped back to let her explore on her own.

03/07/2025

🌙✨ From forgotten to family-bound—this fluffy dude is on his way to his new home!

Susurro (which means whisper) was left behind years ago when the property changed hands. For years, he roamed with only his goat friends for company, avoiding capture and living life on his own terms. But everything changed when a sweet, patient, and kind human came along (thank you, Cyndi! 💙), gently coaxing him and his compadres into a trailer, setting him on the path to a brighter future.

Now, with farrier care, vaccinations, and some well-deserved TLC, he’ll have loving humans and the cutest donkey companion, Apple 🍏, to share his days with.

Cheers to second chances and the people who make them happen! 🥂💫 More photos to come! 📸

02/27/2025

In September 2024, we share information on a dumping ground filled with deceased animals.

https://youtu.be/SKEfv_SYJvA?si=

Despite our outreach to officials, nothing has been done. Our team is taking this issue directly to leadership with a formal request to clean up the site—and we need your support.

Join us in requesting action. Sign the petition today.

https://www.change.org/cleanupdeceasedanimalsingemcounty

Clean Up Dumped Deceased Animals in Gem County

02/27/2025

🌶️ Meet Pepper (AKA Cayenne) – Proof That One Change Can Save a Life 🌶️

We first learned about Pepper when her companion horse passed away and wasn’t being removed in a timely manner. We visited the property and found a sweet Appaloosa mare who appeared to need some TLC. Our team offered to facilitate removing the deceased companion in exchange for spending time (evaluate) the Appaloosa. That moment set her on a path to a new beginning. ❤️

After a couple of visits, Pepper’s owner realized her care needs were beyond what he could provide and made the compassionate choice to accept help. Despite everything she had endured, this little mare still had spice, so we named her Cayenne. 🌶️ Pepper was added shortly after!

But at just 15 years young, her weight loss wasn’t just due to a shortage of calories—her teeth had long hooks that punctured deep holes into her mouth tissue, large enough to fit a finger and so deep you could feel the bone. The pain made eating incredibly difficult. She could have been given all the food in the world and still not gained weight—because she simply couldn’t chew. 😞

Like many Appaloosas, Pepper also suffered from uveitis, which progressed to glaucoma, an extremely painful condition. To give her the relief she deserved, her affected eye was removed—offering her a new level of comfort and quality of life.

Thanks to the team at Idaho Equine Hospital and Dr. Emma Glenn, Pepper found relief. To her amazing medical fosters Brian & Alexa, who applied her eye meds, showered her with love, and made sure she had all the food she could eat—thank you. Thank you Heather Johnson for always being willing to help.

Now, she is thriving in her long-term foster home with Dr. Emma Glenn and a new companion horse receiving all the love, care, and friendship she always deserved. ❤️ Thank you Dr. Glenn.

This is a powerful reminder that age is not a disease—and dental care can save lives. In Pepper’s case, one simple but essential change made all the difference.

Drop a ❤️ for Pepper and all the horses finding their second chance!

02/26/2025

How old do you think this Appy is? Drop your best guess in the comments!

02/20/2025

🚨 Horse Haulers Needed – Feb 25, 27 & 28! 🚨

Who’s up for a little road trip… with four-legged passengers? 🚙🐴 Some of our program horses have VIP appointments at the equine dental school, and they need a ride!

We’re looking for kind souls with a safe rig to help get them there and back on the following dates:

➡️ Tuesday, Feb 25 – Depart @ 7:30 AM & 11:30 AM

➡️ Thursday, Feb 27 – Depart @ 7:30 AM
➡️ Friday, Feb 28 – Depart @7:30 AM

We’ll cover your fuel AND provide lunch—🥪🚛 Plus, you’ll get plenty of grateful nickers, nose boops, and the satisfaction of helping keep some equine smiles bright. 🦷✨

📩 Send us a message and let us know if you’re available to haul our precious cargo!

📍 Location & details provided upon inquiry.

Tag a friend who loves a good horse-powered adventure! 🐎🚗💨

02/19/2025

💛 Meet Ellen: The Little Filly with a Big Heart 💛

Ellen is a 6-month-old filly who experiences the world a little differently—she was born sight-impaired. But that hasn’t stopped her from stealing our hearts!

Since arriving, we’ve introduced marker/reward-based training, and she’s catching on fast! Yesterday, she took a huge step—literally—into the big world. She loaded and unloaded like a champ, walked confidently into the Idaho Equine barn, and despite a few moments of hesitation, she showed just how brave she really is. I couldn’t be more proud of this little horse!

A huge thank you to Dr. Scott, Dr. Higgins, and the Idaho Equine Hospital team for their incredible care. They conducted a full eye exam, including an ultrasound of her lenses, which will be sent to UC Davis for further evaluation.

We believe in exploring every possibility for the horses who come into our care, and Ellen is no exception.

Thank you to her previous owners for entrusting our team and to Ilene Canning for providing her unconditional love the first few months of her life.

02/14/2025

💕 Show Us Your Heart Horse! 💕

Happy Valentine’s Day from Horse & Halo! Today, we’re celebrating the horses that have stolen our hearts and changed our lives. ❤️🐴

📸 Drop a photo of your heart horse in the comments with their name! Let’s fill this post with love, stories, and beautiful equine faces! 🥰👇

Ready? GO! ⬇️

02/12/2025

🔥 THE QUESTIONS EVERYONE IS ASKING 🔥

❓ Where are the five remaining horses ❓

Monday, Feb 10, 2025 at 3:45PM MST the last five horses were transported off the property to obtain the required documentation to travel out of state. They have been sold as a group to a trainer out of state. Horse & Halo indirectly reached out to purchase the group of youngers and mares in an effort to ensured they had a safe landing and long-term oversight on their well-being. This request was not successful. He still owns 6 horses in Idaho that he is not caring for nor will he part with.

On Friday, Feb 7, 2025, Horse & Halo engaged in discussion with law enforcement. Below are redacted excerpts from that conversation.

🎧Why weren’t these five horses seized by law enforcement?
https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/sg33jmmt0fkmrih8mdyt2/5-Do-Not-Meet-Criteria.m4a?rlkey=25tc6srg7iu827ty3tplk1wbo&st=hezo1uql&dl=0

🎧What has the county’s priority been in this case?
https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/28o18v9te9nyzsu05j06b/What-was-first-priority.m4a?rlkey=1fpi2veef6a3sjg1dkeofebgw&st=vle9220u&dl=0

🎧 Why is it called “Dead Horse Ranch”? https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/qsnvzcphuvlq6qhe8aywt/Dead-Horse-Ranch.m4a?rlkey=i18o8kc7x5vx1xl1j0m0mrdl2&st=e8mgehq9&dl=0

🎧Follow-Through https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/3fsz77tpp280ct9cq4v4x/Not-Following-Though.m4a?rlkey=ci8teor4n8wo9torl45z2grsc&st=7qshjbag&dl=0

🎧 Charges?
https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/liym1skmm0a9aeqgna6is/More-Charges.m4a?rlkey=taqi8in1wn0behwt3ctjzeq52&st=d9pfwsfv&dl=0

🎧What was the agreement?
https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/z5lvi6dugcwp8nxbouftf/The-deal-was-..m4a?rlkey=ld7i3wwk4c3w9x6m687ft4ncu&st=14xqpnjw&dl=0

🎧 Who Inspects Horses? https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/uqzhpkk72o88cv3clx35e/Who-Inspects-Horses.m4a?rlkey=54u1ki5tnfmf5ol04gaelrgiv&st=bbn8abnm&dl=0

🎧Why isn’t this a felony charge?
https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/rx1vinydjdai02b8qnjmf/Why-Not-Felony.m4a?rlkey=0cpljuqco7pckc3tqzvwpw7x7&st=48xgir8l&dl=0

💙 STAND WITH THOSE WHO FOUGHT FOR THESE HORSES

Through years of relentless effort, citizens have continued to speak out, advocate, and demand justice. Over the last six months law enforcement has written citation after citation after citation, doing everything in their power to hold the responsible parties accountable. Local veterinarians have worked beside them going above and beyond. Yet, time and time again, these cases fall short of real justice. The system must do better.

🛑 FIGHT FOR STRONGER PROTECTIONS.
📢 STAY LOUD FOR THESE HORSES.

We are not backing down. Thank you for standing with us.