Our barn of horses are mostly rescue horses. We are teaching them to love and trust.
We then teach amputees and those struggling with depression, PTSD and Anxiety to gain confidence again, on their backs and with their love and understanding.
08/22/2024
Casey, Annie, Apple and Disco in their final resting place.
“They never said we are leaving
They never said goodbye
They were gone before we knew it,
And only God knew why
A million times we needed you,
A million times we cried
If love alone could have saved you,
You never would have died
In life we loved you dearly
In death we love you still
In our hearts you hold a place,
That no one could ever fill
It broke our hearts to lose you,
But you didn’t go alone
For part of our hearts went with you,
The day God took you home.”
Author Unknown .
R.I.P. Babies.
08/16/2024
Brittany caught Emma gazing at herself in her stall mirror.
She decided to add some unique thoughts we figured Emma was thinking❤️
08/14/2024
😢🐾
08/12/2024
Be aware he is moving around to avoid penalties.
Now operating as Whiskey Run Sport Horses
08/11/2024
Casey was given his wings at 10.30am. He was respectfully buried on our farm next to Annie, Disco and Apple.
Run Free my big boy.
08/11/2024
My big boy Casey is telling me he is tired and wants to be without pain.
He is on a monstrous regime of pain medication, but I'm now needing to make the ultimate decision. Its the one part that hurts the most. Loving an animal and making the decision to send them to God is tough❤️🩹
08/04/2024
07/26/2024
On June 16th 2024, Olga was stupidly put in a pasture with a horse that plays rough, she ran away, but the gate was partially closed. She almost degloved her flank.
Her injury was catastrophic and she was taken to Marion DuPont Equine Hospital, where surgeons worked on her for 3 hours.
She luckily had no broken ribs and they managed to close the wound.
She stayed there for a week and then came home. She was on so much antibiotics and pain medication, plus dressing changed daily.
Of course the wound got much worse before it started to show healing.
She gets blue light therapy from Dr Hyman weekly, yesterday we started Magnetic therapy by way of a Magnawave blanket daily for 30 min.
This error is topping $18200 and it could not have come at a worse time.
Olga is healing well. But we still have a month or two of treatments till she is 100%.
I don’t ask for help often. But if you feel that you want to help with Olga’s care, donations would be welcome.
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07/02/2024
Please love them back
🐾 POEM OF A DOG
I'm the one who's always waiting for you.
Your car has a special sound that I have imprinted on my senses, I can recognize it in a thousand.
Your steps have a magic bell.
Your voice is music to my ears.
If I see your joy, it makes me happy!.
Your scent is the best.
Your presence moves my senses.
Your waking up wakes me up
I contemplate you sleeping and for me you are my God, I am happy watching your sleep.
Your look is a ray of light.
Your hands upon me, hold the lightness of peace and the sublime display of infinite love.
When you leave, I feel a huge void in my heart.
I keep waiting for you again and again.
I am the one who will wait for you all your life today, tomorrow and forever:
I am your dog.
06/21/2024
😖
🐎💔 Ounce died training at Santa Anita yesterday. The cause? “Non-musculoskeletal,” likely a sudden cardiac or pulmonary event. And Ounce was only two years old.
Olga is still in hospital and each day she is there her recovery is happening. Folks horse accidents happen in a blink of an eye, Olga ran through a gate that was not completely open. These accidents are expensive, but be prepared.. give them the care they deserve. My surgeon is so grateful, I did not expect to get her stapled up and out of the hospital, which is unfortunately the case too often.
Im a Rescuer, i rescued her and committed to her well being.
06/21/2024
"It turns out that pets also have last wills before they die, but only known to vets who put old and sick animals to sleep." Twitter user Jesse Dietrich asked a vet what the hardest part of his job was.
The specialist replied without hesitation that the hardest thing for him was seeing how old or sick animals look for their owners before they fall asleep. The fact is 90% of owners don't want to be in a room with a dying animal. People leave so they don't see their animals leave. But they don't realize it's in these last moments of life that their animal needs them the most.
Vets are asking owners to stay close to animals until the end. "It is inevitable that they die before you. Remember that you were the center of their lives. Maybe they were just a part of you. But they are also your family. Even if it's hard, don't give up on them.
Don't let them die in a room with a stranger in a place they don't like. It's very painful for vets to see how pets can't find their owner in the last minutes of their lives. They don't understand why their master left them. After all, they needed the consolation of their master.
Veterinarians do their best to make animals not so scared, but they are totally strangers to them. Don't be a coward because it's too painful for you. Think about the animal. Endure that pain for them. Be with them until the end.
06/20/2024
Big shout out to my biggest top fan💎
Terence Roe
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06/20/2024
Big shout out to my cherished fan💎
Terence Roe
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06/20/2024
I will preach this until I’m blue in the face. Going slow gets you to the right places faster…
06/07/2024
This happens hourly.. heartless owners just throwing their pets out. One day Karma is coming to explain the devastating heartbreak you caused
FORGIVE ME, MOMMY 😢🐾…
I was there where you left me for two whole days. Sleeping right on the side of the road. I was terrified of the noise from the cars but I did not move.
Last night one of those cars stopped and she got out. She invited me to lunch but I said no. She invited me to come sleep at her house and I also said no. I tried to explain to her that I was waiting for you but she wouldn’t listen. She pulled out a leash and said I couldn’t stay there any longer. I bit her several times and ended up peeing on myself as I growled and cried! She didn’t understand that she was separating me from you! She took me against my will and we drove off! I was so sad because I knew you were going to be worried. We ended up at her house.
I kept screaming hoping you would hear me but you never came. I vomited because of my nerves, feeling so sick. I kept telling her I had to go back because you were going to think I abandoned you when you saw I wasn’t there! I, who love you with all my heart and soul have not stopped crying since we separated a few days ago. I want you to know, I would never do that to you.
I don’t know where you are now or why you stopped the car and left me there. Surely you had something very important to do. Can you come find me now, mommy?
Today I ate because my tummy was hurting. I also slept on a very soft bed. And by accident I also wiggled my tail a bit. I’m so sorry, please forgive me. She’s just being really nice to me. She said I could stay forever. She’s calling me Savannah, but I already have a name. When you pick me up you can tell it to her. You’ll see how surprised she’ll be when you explain to her that this was a big mistake.
Because mommy, you’re coming back for me, right 😢?
Author unknown 🐾🐾
06/05/2024
Pets, it turns out, also have last wishes before they die, but only known by veterinarians who put old and sick animals to sleep. Twitter user Jesse Dietrich asked a vet what was the most difficult part of his job.
The specialist answered without hesitation that it was the hardest for him to see how old or sick animals look for their owners with the eyes of their owners before going to sleep. The fact is that 90 % of owners don't want to be in a room with a dying animal. People leave so that they don't see their pet leave. But they don't realize that it's in these last moments of life that their pet needs them most.
Veterinarians ask the owners to be close to the animals until the very end. "It's inevitable that they die before you. Don't forget that you were the center of their life. Maybe they were just a part of you. But they are also your family. No matter how hard it is, don't leave them.
Don't let them die in a room with a stranger in a place they don't like. It is very painful for veterinarians to see how pets cannot find their owner during the last minutes of their life. They don't understand why the owner left them. After all, they needed their owner’s consolation.
Veterinarians do everything possible to ensure that animals are not so scared, but they are completely strangers to them. Don't be a coward because it's too painful for you. Think about the pet. Endure this pain for the sake of their sake.
Be with them until the end!
05/27/2024
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05/24/2024
With Rocky Kanaka – I just got recognised as one of their top fans! 🎉
05/24/2024
Looking for someone that can get a handle on some rust areas in my horse trailer. Clean them and then spray over them. Trailer does not get used much, but I’d like to keep it in good condition.
Needs a detail after and some greasing of wheels etc.
I’m just outside Charles Town WV as you go into VA.
Please message me if this is what you have experience doing
(703) 673-8229
05/22/2024
Our horses mean everything possible to the team. Our wonderful groomer is leaving the state after her marriage in June.
Our 12 full size gentle giants, 2 minis and a mini donkey are looking for her replacement. ( Stephanie is going to be a tough act to follow) They are groomed daily in the PM, they are mostly calm and very lovable, except for the occasional mare moment, but if you are an experienced groomer it’s a walk in the park. Currently not only does Stephanie groom them all, she walks the minis too. She does this in 4 hours daily.
Are you looking for a job loving on horses, have experience and need to work. If so you would be loved back by these gentle giants..
Currently, grooming is only afternoons, but we do have extra hours for muckers or experienced exercise riders.
I am very fussy, but it’s only because I expect only the best for the horses. Plus I’ve been spoilt by the current team as we all have idiosyncrasies🤣.
We are also willing to train folks in the art of caring for a horse and their homes (stalls).
Of course if you would like to join the team of awesome volunteers.. you are welcome to message me too.
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My husband John talking to Oscar after covering up the mud patches in the run out.
Duke
Safe and Loved
We all thankfully landed softly in our happy safe home. Our mom did this on her own. But now she is asking for help, to keep us and rescue more like us. We never want to be wondering ‘where are they taking me now’, will they hurt me’? Please help only if you can, if you already support animals.. thank you.
All of these gorgeous horses were rescued. They stay here with us, until they sadly get their wings. In 6 years we have only lost 2. They are buried with dignity on the farm. If you want to help, please consider a donation to our rescue. www.hattinghequinerescue.com There is no amount we would not be extremely grateful for.
Helicopter mom..
Everly
Everly loves, understands and knows what is needed. She comes with her mom Brittany to do night check. Oscar loves being groomed laying down.
It’s been 2 weeks, and I miss her even though she only came to the rescue 6 months ago… miss you Disco I hope Annie is running with you.
Disco, We loved you big girl. You were so happy and content with you stall mate Hank.
It is a very sad day at the barn today. Disco passed away quietly in the pasture, no indication of any pain. Just her body sleeping, her soul had left us some time in the early hours.
She was 20 years old. An Off The Track Thoroughbred.
Disco was respectfully buried on the farm. I Put Annies Ashes with her.
R.I.P. girls.
Another part of my heart has left with her.
The goats are bringing Bella in for the day.
Everly has something very special. She is a true animal lover… from the smallest little mouse to a huge Friesian. She commands a presence with them that is remarkable to watch.
This breaks my heart!
Jockey broke his wrist and the 6 year old horse had a cardiac event and died.
Sick of this bloody murder for profit.
Fly High sweet Boy.. the abuse is over for you.
Some times things happen, that makes it all worth it.
Out of the 5 horses that got dropped on my doorstep by a crazy sociopath. 2 went to an amazing home.
Thor and Diddy, both warm bloods are living the life, after struggling just to get water.
This is the day they left for ‘never land’ filled with kisses and giggles❤️
Some pics of their ‘girls’ riding bareback in comments.
Thank you Amanda
I suffer from depression and anxiety and all the nuances that go with this silent destroyer of happiness. It was threatening to take my life, as I had no joy and felt hopeless and useless 24/7. My husband knew I loved animals I have rescued dogs for many years, so he took a chance and bought me a horse. Casey was a lesson horse, so he knew his job. But moreover, he taught me about the love they provide and the calmness they instill. Already back then I knew I had to share this. Little did I know back then how badly people treat horses and especially in the Horse Racing industry. I knew I had to help. So began my journey in horse rescue. First came the purchase of a Morgan I named Dante, he was rescued from a Kill Shelter, namely Bastrop in LA. He was originally owned by the Amish. Then my eyes got opened to the wrongs of horse racing, I purchased Myth Master now known as Hank who was running out of PA, I found him through a Rescue group in PA. Then came Gallico who was brutalized by his owner and trainer at Charles Town Race Track. Then came Annie a gorgeous registered paint horse who was washed up according to her owners as she was 24 and not able to perform her duties as a lesson horse and was going to be euthanized. After Annie I rescued the gorgeous palomino Quarter Horse I aptly name Lily. She was used, abused and dumped in a kill pen in Texas. My friend begged for her life and I paid her bail and transported her here to Virginia. In 2019 I was made aware of Shasta Moon another race horse that was only 2 years old and had already been broken down by the track and her trainer from WV. I bought her and she was transported here to join the herd.
Besides Casey all the above horses were destined for the meat market had someone not seen them in the kill pen or on the track auction. In Dec 2019 John bid on a horse for me as a gift, because he was told this horse was ‘dead broke’ or bombproof, as they say in the industry. This boy arrived with respiratory problems, he was thin and scared. He had scars across his muzzle which we later found out was from having spikes put under his bridle for training. He was definitely NOT bombproof and if anything he was petrified of everyone and everything, except Casey. So we got lied to again.
In my herd of 11 I have two miniature horses Elsa and Bella (Mom and Daughter) and Wasabi aka Savvi a Friesian who were bought from Reputable people. So even though there are true evil people in the equine industry there are good people too. Sadly horses are a commodity to many and as such they hardly stay long enough to feel loved and know this is their home.
Every morning here at my barn. They all go out together. They are a herd, they are secure and they know that they are loved and truly respected. In return they give every human here love and respect. They know this is their home and these are their herd.
I want to share that with those like me who are challenged each day to make it through the day and night. Being around these gentle giants is not only fun, its exciting and it is an awakening of that part in the soul that is fearful.
