GRG Ranch Horse Rescue & Sanctuary

GRG Ranch Horse Rescue & Sanctuary 501c-3 NonProfit (Tax ID: 88-1660703)

Intercepting horses in need BEFORE they end up in auction.

MN Nonprofit / US 501c-3 charity organization (88-1660703)
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Rescue and

rehabilitation, western riding lessons, therapeutic horseback riding, horse training (both on and off site). Birthday parties, and private day camps available- contact for details!

🐴 For critters big and small, as well as millions of people who suffer from PTSD, fireworks can be both terrifying and o...
07/04/2025

🐴 For critters big and small, as well as millions of people who suffer from PTSD, fireworks can be both terrifying and overwhelming. And for flight animals like horses, they can be outright dangerous.

πŸ™ Please - talk to your neighbors if you intend to celebrate with fireworks. Being prepared can make all the difference.

Horses and Fireworkshttps://esc.rutgers.edu/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/FireworkEquineSafety.pdf

πŸ΄β€οΈβ€πŸ©Ή It's an   FIVE DOLLAR FRIDAY!! This week for $5 Friday, we bring you our favorite little   on his 5 month   ! Give...
07/04/2025

πŸ΄β€οΈβ€πŸ©Ή It's an FIVE DOLLAR FRIDAY!! This week for $5 Friday, we bring you our favorite little on his 5 month ! Given the grim beginnings to this little dudes existence, a 4th of July birthday feels VERY fitting!! HAPPY BIRTHDAY, BING!!! πŸ₯³πŸ’œ

πŸ‘‰ Every single Friday, we ask you to skip your fancy drink or that unhealthy snack and send that money to a horse in need! πŸ’΅ Did you know that just a $6 donation buys our rescues a bale of hay??

GRG Ranch Horse Rescue & Sanctuary is a registered 501c-3 charity organization (88-1660703) All donations are TAX DEDUCTIBLE and go DIRECTLY to the horses of GRG Ranch.

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Mail Check or Money Order made payable to:
GRG Ranch Horse Rescue & Sanctuary
3380 233rd St E
Prior Lake, MN 55372

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07/04/2025

πŸŽ† Friendly Reminder: Keeping Your Horse Calm During 4th of July Fireworks 🐴

Fireworks can be stressful for horses, but a few simple steps can help keep them calm and safe:

πŸ” Stick to Routine – Horses thrive on consistency. Avoid sudden changes like relocating or separating them from the herd unless necessary.

🏑 Plan Ahead – If you must move your horse (to a barn or quieter area), allow at least a week for them to acclimate to the new space.

πŸ” Inspect the Area – Check paddocks and stalls for hazards like uneven ground, broken boards, or sharp edges to reduce the risk of injury if your horse gets startled.

🎡 Soothing Sounds – Inside the barn? Use fans or calming music to help mask firework noise.

🌾 Distraction Tools – Slow-feeders or busy hay can keep your horse’s mind occupied.

🎧 Ear Protection – Some horses tolerate earplugs, which can help muffle loud noises.

🚫 Avoid Comforting During Fireworks – Stay out of the stall or paddock during fireworks for you and your horse's safety.

πŸ“£ Start Desensitizing Early – While it may not help for this year, gradual noise exposure can make a big difference long-term.

πŸ‘©β€βš•οΈ Consult Your Vet – Ask well ahead of time about sedatives if necessary, but be aware of competition rulesβ€”some medications are prohibited at shows.

Wishing you and your horses a safe and peaceful 4th! πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έβœ¨

πŸ₯΅ Tomorrow will be hotter than the hinges of hades, so that means it's frozen horse treat time!! πŸ‘‰ To make horse popsicl...
07/04/2025

πŸ₯΅ Tomorrow will be hotter than the hinges of hades, so that means it's frozen horse treat time!!

πŸ‘‰ To make horse popsicles, you'll need some horse-safe treats like chopped apples, carrots, or even watermelon, and some water. You can also add a splash of Gatorade or apple juice for extra flavor. Fill a container (like a plastic cup or ice cube tray) with the treats, add water, and freeze until solid.

Detailed Instructions:

Prepare the treats: Chop up your chosen fruits and vegetables into small, horse-safe pieces.

Choose your container: You can use ice cube trays for small popsicles, or larger plastic containers for bigger treats.

Add treats to the container: Place the chopped fruit and vegetables into the container.

Add liquid: Fill the container with water, and if desired, add a splash of Gatorade or apple juice for extra flavor. Don't have either? Use a sweetener like molasses or honey and add a couple tablespoons of salt!

Freeze: Place the container in the freezer and let it freeze completely, usually overnight.

Serve: Once frozen, you can offer the popsicle to your horse. Some people like to hang the popsicles in a net for the horse to enjoy.

Tips for Success:

Variety: Experiment with different fruits and vegetables to find your horse's favorites.

Safety: Ensure all treats are chopped into small, easily manageable pieces.

Moderation: Horse popsicles are a treat, so offer them in moderation.

Hydration: Popsicles can be a fun way to help keep your horse hydrated on hot days.

πŸŽ₯ Take video as your equine partner enjoys! It can get PRETTY entertaining!!

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πŸ΄β€οΈβ€πŸ©Ή This evening, I'd like to rewind a few weeks and introduce you to She's Mighty Fast, 2010 OTTB mare and 5 time car...
07/04/2025

πŸ΄β€οΈβ€πŸ©Ή This evening, I'd like to rewind a few weeks and introduce you to She's Mighty Fast, 2010 OTTB mare and 5 time career race winner that spent some of her time at Canterbury Park!

πŸ‘‰ She's in need of a GRG name, so I need YOUR help!! I am far too tired lately, and the celebrity name ideas are a bit stuck - so let's see those suggestions!!

~ Here's some basic info on this grey beauty! She's a 16 hand, 15 year old registered OTTB mare. During her racing career, she had 5 first place wins πŸ† and $104,494 in earnings! Since her track days, she's been a solid and reliable trail horse with a big engine - but a level head.

She's Mighty Fast comes to us as a much loved owner surrender after physical limitations left her owner unable to provide for her care. This sweet girl very much enjoys a job, and her time off had left her a bit buddy sour. She's forward with a big engine, but well behaved - best suited for an intermediate rider.

She's Mighty Fast is barefoot and sound, UTD on all cares, and all around a VERY well mannered mare. She's currently fostered near Rochester aling with fellow Canterbury alumni, Melissa's Shadow (available for adoption). πŸ’™

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πŸ΄β€οΈβ€πŸ©Ή It's   - there was no note, but a HUGE thank you to the generous soul that gifted us some wormer and chlorhex!!! w...
07/03/2025

πŸ΄β€οΈβ€πŸ©Ή It's - there was no note, but a HUGE thank you to the generous soul that gifted us some wormer and chlorhex!!!

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✍️ Dear Ozzy: Why are you so stinking cute?? Sincerely, everyone... ~ Ozzy, aka Diamond Poco Champs. Registered 2009 AQH...
07/03/2025

✍️ Dear Ozzy: Why are you so stinking cute?? Sincerely, everyone...

~ Ozzy, aka Diamond Poco Champs. Registered 2009 AQHA gelding. Available for adoption, and a TRUE gentleman. πŸ’›

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Jim and Petra: "They said dress for the job you want, so we dress like Mighty Morphin Power Rangers".... ~ These 2 have ...
07/02/2025

Jim and Petra: "They said dress for the job you want, so we dress like Mighty Morphin Power Rangers"....

~ These 2 have been settling in, adjusting, and learning SO many new things in the last few weeks!! They've worked up to full turnout, learned about trailer loading, refreshed their basic manners a bit, got in some farrier care, and discovered hilly terrain. And now - they have mastered FULL fly gear without anxiety! Petra seems to have an allergy to insect bites - but that's ok, she looks lovely in her business suit! πŸ’š

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πŸ΄β€οΈβ€πŸ©Ή Today, we'd like to send a HUGE thank you to our friends and family at Cleary Lake Veterinary Hospital Equine - an...
07/02/2025

πŸ΄β€οΈβ€πŸ©Ή Today, we'd like to send a HUGE thank you to our friends and family at Cleary Lake Veterinary Hospital Equine - and the incredible humans at Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health USA Inc. - for including some of our GRG kids in today's events!

πŸ‘‰ This trio got to benefit from education and had the opportunity to receive joint injections for navicular and arthritis. πŸ’‰

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πŸ΄πŸ’” On June 18th, we were asked to join the Animal Humane Society and the Dakota County Sheriff's Office to help with a h...
07/01/2025

πŸ΄πŸ’” On June 18th, we were asked to join the Animal Humane Society and the Dakota County Sheriff's Office to help with a humane case involving a severely neglected paint mare.

I cannot emphasize enough - body condition is NOT the sole indicator of neglect. Were you to pass by this property, with it's crisp fencing and well kept lawn - you'd have seen her from afar. Seemingly living the life, beautiful and flashy paint mare standing in her lush pasture. Sure, she was alone - but her coat even had a bit of sheen from the grass, she was standing, and her weight was ok - so SURELY she was well cared for on such a well maintained property.

But then you step closer, and as you approached - her YEARS of neglect became immediately apparent in the state of her hooves. Then you take stock of the fear and pain across her face, the way her body is braced - rocked back onto her hinds, back hunched, just trying to find some comfort. Look closer still, and you see the years of knots throughout her mane, the sores on her hips from hours of laying down to avoid the pain, afraid to endure the agony of standing back up again. The hundreds of ticks covering her chest, within her mane and tail, across her belly and covering her udders - hinting at the heavy parasite load she carried inside.

Once loaded, this beautiful and sad girl made the trip directly to Cleary Lake Veterinary Hospital Equine - and though she struggled to maintain her balance, she was brave and kind and tried with everything she had to do what we needed her to. Afraid, but kind and willing.

Throughout her exam, our optimism remained guarded. Her hooves neglected for more than a decade, we knew there was damage - but we tried to hope. She was groomed, the ticks removed from her body, the entire clinic staff surrounded her with love, kindness, care, comfort, and gave her a name. Apache. 🧑

But then we saw the x-rays... Such significant rotation, her navicular bone was visible in farrier view x-rays. The damage so severe, even with aggressive farrier care and treatment it would result in her prolonged pain. Apache deserved more than that. She deserved love, she deserved kindness, she deserved comfort, she deserved BETTER - but most of all, in that moment, she deserved peace.

So with her dignity in tact once again, Apache was set free. Loved in her last hours, she was reminded that she mattered. I cannot thank our friends at Cleary Lake Veterinary Hospital enough for loving her so immediately and so completely right alongside me.

GRG Ranch Horse Rescue & Sanctuary is a registered 501c-3 charity organization (88-1660703) All donations are TAX DEDUCTIBLE and go DIRECTLY to the horses of GRG Ranch.

DONATE VIA:

PayPal: https://www.paypal.me/GRGRanch

Venmo:
Last 4 Digits: 2031

Credit Card Donations securely processed via GoDaddy:
https://5c8d5223-4a02-4411-8812-2f45a074f0cf.paylinks.godaddy.com/GRGRanchHorseRescue

My Giving Circle donation link:
https://mygivingcircle.org/grg-ranch-horse-rescue-and-sanctuary/free

cashapp: $grgranch

Zelle: [email protected]

www.grgranch.org/donate

Mail Check or Money Order made payable to:
GRG Ranch Horse Rescue & Sanctuary
3380 233rd St E
Prior Lake, MN 55372

www.grgranch.org

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