Equine Rescue Resource Inc.

11/18/2024

Hour Red Dee, 32-year-old retired standardbred racehorse who we assisted almost 20 years ago. He was abandoned at a boarding facility in deplorable condition and we stepped in to help. This lucky boy was adopted by an incredible family and has been in the same home for the last 19 years. This is a recent update photo submitted to us. We hope this warms your hearts, as much as it warmed ours.

11/17/2024

When Russell's favorite volunteer is absent, he just claims another.

11/15/2024

Houligans!

11/14/2024

Breakfast prep for Moxy and Mumu. Soaking beet pulp pellets, probiotics and Red Cell in warm water. Will add their ProForce Senior feed.

11/14/2024

It was cold outside (below freezing actually), but we had warm soaked hay cubes inside. Extra forage and extra water for the older horses with less than wonderful teeth ❤️

11/13/2024

Temperatures are dropping and these two are tucked in for the night, snug as two bugs in a rug.

11/11/2024

11/09/2024

Attending NYSHC Annual General Membership Meeting Excellent presentations by Dr.Goodale and Dr. Elvinger.

11/08/2024

Sadly, this is the rest of the "share" from yesterday's veterinary visit. We said goodbye to Herbie. Herbie was a very sweet and stoic senior halflinger mare who after a lifetime of service to an Amish family was dumped at auction 2 years ago. When she was first evaluated by our veterinarian, she did digital x-rays and asked us to not put this mare up for adoption because she had severe ring bone up front and tremendous arthritis in her hocks. The veterinarian was clear; we knew it was a matter of providing comfort care for as long as possible. Daily Equioxx was no longer providing relief. Herbie became hesitant to come in for food, which is highly unusual for a haflinger (they are generally very food motivated). We had to coax and convince her it was worth the trip, and we would give her time so she could stop along the way. It breaks our hearts that she was worked so hard that she couldn't enjoy a longer retirement just being a loved horse.

11/08/2024

A large fire broke out at the Albany Therapeutic Riding Center in Altamont Thursday, evening. When NEWS10 crews arrived on the scene they spoke with neighboring residents who told them, “We started…

11/08/2024

The people and the horses are okay, but they lost their hay barn and equipment barn. UPDATE Insurance takes time and there's always deductibles and immediate needs. If anyone would like to help, the therapeutic riding center is accepting donations via Venmo:

A large fire broke out at the Albany Therapeutic Riding Center in Altamont Thursday, evening. When NEWS10 crews arrived on the scene they spoke with neighboring residents who told them, “We started…

11/07/2024

Today was a busy day at the farm. Our veterinarian came out for an evaluation and microchipped Nestle. We had reevaluations on Moxie and MuMu, and we are repeating some of our earlier diagnostics so we can document progress. Dental exams were also done, poor Moxie had a loose tooth literally fall out of her mouth, and her tongue showed old trauma from being tied. Mumu is missing several teeth and needed quite a bit of work. Upon closer inspection we feel she's more like 20 years old, despite her coggins alleging she is a teenager. Diets will be adjusted once again, because despite being able to eat 2nd cut hay, we feel Mumu will benefit from more senior feed. There is more to share later.

11/06/2024

RAISE YOUR HAND IF YOUR HORSE IS ACCIDENT-PRONE...🙋‍♀️🙋‍♂️

If you own horses long enough, sooner or later you are likely to confront a medical emergency. There are several behavioral traits that make horses especially accident-prone: one is their instinctive flight-or-fight response; another is their need to establish the pecking order within a herd; and a third is their natural curiosity. Such behaviors account for many of the cuts, bruises, and abrasions that horses suffer. In fact, lacerations are probably the most common emergency that horse owners must contend with.

Do you know what to do if your horse is cut or bleeding? The initial steps you take to treat a wound can prevent further damage and speed healing, and maintaining your presence of mind could save your horse's life. Here are some general guidelines to keep in mind in case of emergency; how you will ultimately proceed will depend on your horse's individual circumstances, and on the advice you receive from your veterinarian.

11/06/2024

We share sad news of the passing of Neida Lugo. Neida served as one of the original directors for Equine Rescue Resource, helping our horses for several years before moving out of state. Upon her return to NY this year, we were happy she could visit with us. Her love of the horses was only surpassed by her immense love for her family.