Serenity Saviors Equine Rescue & Therapy Center

Serenity Saviors Equine Rescue & Therapy Center 501c3 Equine Sanctuary, Equine-Assisted Therapy & Wellness Programs, and Riding Lessons. Donate @ https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=CV48YU89CUZL4

Serenity Saviors, Inc
Our motto is
• DONATE by clicking the DONATE button on our page at Facebook.com/serenitysaviors or PayPal.me/serenitysaviors
•Visit our website at Serenitysaviors.org
•Choose Serenity Saviors as your charity on Amazon Smile!
•We are a registered 501c3 organization, your donations are tax deductible to the fullest extent allowable by law! What we do...
•We

save equines from slaughter and from other conditions that will likely lead to their death.
•We rehabilitate them or offer them forever sanctuary.
•We adopt some to needing and loving, forever homes.
•We connect them with humans that can benefit from their unique therapeutic powers.
•We provide equine assisted therapy to those who have mental and emotional needs that can be benefited by our horses.
•We offer recreational activities to the public such as horseback riding lessons to raise funds
•We also offer community service hours, volunteer groups/individuals, and so much more! The horses need your help now! DONATE to PayPal.me/serenitysaviors today!

"I'm still a little scared..." - Harrison 🐎Hi everyone, it's me, Harrison. I'm safe now at Serenity Saviors Equine Rescu...
12/19/2024

"I'm still a little scared..." - Harrison 🐎

Hi everyone, it's me, Harrison. I'm safe now at Serenity Saviors Equine Rescue and Sanctuary. I'm looking forward to Christmas and a happy new year and making lots of new friends. Just a little while ago, I was worried that I wouldn't see another year.

I'm only 3 and I scare easily. They seem nice here, but I have a hard time trusting. Before Serenity, some humans that I've met were not very nice to me.

I don't understand why I was taken from my old life. Did I do something wrong? All I knew was work – pulling a carriage on hard roads. I still have my road shoes on. In Amish life, there wasn't much time for treats like carrots and apples. When the kind people at Serenity Saviors offered me some, I didn't know what to do!

The people here are kind, though. They're gentle and talk to me softly. Each day, I'm starting to feel more comfortable.

But I still have a long way to go.
We still need to raise $820 to cover the costs of my hauling and quarantine.

To help, the Serenity people are selling a beautiful saddle.

Please help me on my journey to healing by donating or buying this saddle. Merry Christmas!

To Donate: https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=CV48YU89CUZL4

The beautiful saddle:
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1AyHNbxS2V/

Harrison is Home! 🏡🐎Despite the rain and fog, we were able to bring Harrison home this morning! We’re so relieved to hav...
12/17/2024

Harrison is Home! 🏡🐎

Despite the rain and fog, we were able to bring Harrison home this morning! We’re so relieved to have him safe and sound.

However, due to the urgency of getting him home, we had to put the hauling costs on credit. We also have outstanding vetting and boarding fees. $820 still needed.

We’re asking for your help to cover these costs.

We’re also offering a beautiful saddle for sale valued at $1000. Make an offer. 100% of proceeds go to Harrison's bills.

We're also encouraging matching donations.

Every dollar counts. Please donate today to help us continue our mission of rescuing and rehabilitating horses.

Donate:
https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=CV48YU89CUZL4

Saddle:
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/15uWyd43N7/



*We are a registered 501c3 nonprofit organization. Donations made to our organization are tax deductible. EIN 81-1478827*

Proceeds from the sale will go toward getting Harrison home!
12/17/2024

Proceeds from the sale will go toward getting Harrison home!

♥️URGENT: 🐎❤️We're thrilled to share that Harrison is set to be picked up TODAY at 7 PM.However, we still need your help...
12/16/2024

♥️URGENT: 🐎❤️

We're thrilled to share that Harrison is set to be picked up TODAY at 7 PM.

However, we still need your help to cover the total cost of $1,030 which includes:

* Transport: $700
* Boarding: $200
* Veterinary Care: $130 (Coggins, Health certificate, and farm call)

So far, we've raised $210.

Every dollar counts. Please donate today to help us give Harrison a second chance.

https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=CV48YU89CUZL4

**We are a registered 501c3 nonprofit organization. Donations made to our organization are tax deductible. EIN 81-1478827**

🩵Let's get Baby Harrison home !🩵$590 neededGreat news! Harrison's Coggins came back yesterday and he's ready to come hom...
12/15/2024

🩵Let's get Baby Harrison home !🩵

$590 needed

Great news! Harrison's Coggins came back yesterday and he's ready to come home on Tuesday!

🩵But we need your help to get him here. We need to raise $700 to cover the cost of transporting him to Serenity Saviors. $590 needed!

🩵Let's bring Harrison home! Your donation, no matter how big or small, will make a huge difference.

Donate Now: https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=CV48YU89CUZL4

‼️Let's give Harrison a warm welcome home!‼️

We also have other ways to donate by clicking 👉 Givebutter.com/TheHerd ;

(Checking, savings, DAF, Venmo and more!)

**We are a registered 501c3 nonprofit organization. Donations made to our organization are tax deductible. EIN 81-1478827**



Serenity Saviors
7281 Highway 48
Russellville, AL 35654, USA

🩵Meet Diego, Our Miracle Man!🩵Diego, our beloved 30+ year old Saddlebred cross pony, is a true testament to the power of...
12/13/2024

🩵Meet Diego, Our Miracle Man!🩵

Diego, our beloved 30+ year old Saddlebred cross pony, is a true testament to the power of perseverance. When he first arrived at Serenity Saviors, he was emaciated and near death. Through countless hours of care and unwavering dedication, Diego defied all odds and made a miraculous recovery.

You can sponsor Diego, even in part!

Here are some suggested weekly sponsorship amounts:
💛$7: Helps cover a portion of his feed costs.
🧡$10: Contributes to his veterinary care and farrier needs.
🩷$30: Covers a significant portion of his monthly care.
💜$50: Fully sponsors his monthly care, including specialized feed, supplements, veterinary care, and farrier services.

Become Diego's Hero Today!

🩵The link below has a weekly giving option!

https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=CV48YU89CUZL

With your help, we can transform the lives of more horses like Diego.

Will you help us? The cost of caring for neglected horses in order to bring them back to good health is extremely costly. With your help, we can transform misery and neglect into health and hope for horses like Diego. Please consider supporting our mission today by clicking on this link:

https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=CV48YU89CUZL

Or, if you prefer to donate by check, please mail to:
SerenitySaviors Equine Rescue
7281 HWY 48
Russellville, AL 35654

Thank you so much for supporting us and giving a second chance to horses in need!

**We are a registered 501c3 nonprofit organization. Donations made to our organization are tax deductible. EIN 81-1478827**

https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=CV48YU89CUZL4

$590 to go!**We are a registered 501c3 nonprofit organization. Donations made to our organization are tax deductible. EI...
12/13/2024

$590 to go!

**We are a registered 501c3 nonprofit organization. Donations made to our organization are tax deductible. EIN 81-1478827**

♥️URGENT: 🐎❤️

We're thrilled to share that Harrison is set to be picked up TODAY at 7 PM.

However, we still need your help to cover the total cost of $1,030, which includes:

* Transport: $700
* Boarding: $200
* Veterinary Care: $130

So far, we've raised $135.

Every dollar counts. Please donate today to help us give Harrison a second chance.

https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=CV48YU89CUZL4

**We are a registered 501c3 nonprofit organization. Donations made to our organization are tax deductible. EIN 81-1478827**

♥️URGENT: 🐎❤️We're thrilled to share that Harrison is set to be picked up TODAY at 7 PM.However, we still need your help...
12/12/2024

♥️URGENT: 🐎❤️

We're thrilled to share that Harrison is set to be picked up TODAY at 7 PM.

However, we still need your help to cover the total cost of $1,030, which includes:

* Transport: $700
* Boarding: $200
* Veterinary Care: $130

So far, we've raised $135.

Every dollar counts. Please donate today to help us give Harrison a second chance.

https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=CV48YU89CUZL4

**We are a registered 501c3 nonprofit organization. Donations made to our organization are tax deductible. EIN 81-1478827**

12/10/2024

"New Home Syndrome"🤓

I am coining this term to bring recognition, respect, and understanding to what happens to horses when they move homes. This situation involves removing them from an environment and set of routines they have become familiar with, and placing them somewhere completely different with new people and different ways of doing things.

Why call it a syndrome?

Well, really it is! A syndrome is a term used to describe a set of symptoms that consistently occur together and can be tied to certain factors such as infections, genetic predispositions, conditions, or environmental influences. It is also used when the exact cause of the symptoms is not fully understood or when it is not connected with a well-defined disease. In this case, "New Home Syndrome" is connected to a horse being placed in a new home where its entire world changes, leading to psychological and physiological impacts. While it might be transient, the ramifications can be significant for both the horse and anyone handling or riding it.

Let me explain...

Think about how good it feels to get home after a busy day. How comfortable your favourite clothes are, how well you sleep in your own bed compared to a strange bed, and how you can really relax at home. This is because home is safe and familiar. At home, the part of you that keeps an eye out for potential danger turns down to a low setting. It does this because home is your safe place (and if it is not, this blog will also explain why a lack of a safe place is detrimental).

Therefore, the first symptom of horses experiencing "New Home Syndrome" is being unsettled, prone to anxiety, or difficult behaviour. If you have owned them before you moved them, you struggle to recognise your horse, feeling as if your horse has been replaced by a frustrating version. If the horse is new to you, you might wonder if you were conned, if the horse was drugged when you rode it, or if you were lied to about the horse's true nature.

A horse with "New Home Syndrome" will be a stressed version of itself, on high alert, with a drastically reduced ability to cope. Horses don't handle change like humans do. If you appreciate the comfort of your own home and how you can relax there, you should be able to understand what the horse is experiencing.

Respecting that horses interpret and process their environments differently from us helps in understanding why your horse is being frustrating and recognising that there is a good chance you were not lied to or that the horse was not drugged.

Horses have survived through evolution by being highly aware of their environments. Change is a significant challenge for them because they notice the slightest differences, not just visually but also through sound, smell, feel, and other senses. Humans generalise and categorise, making it easy for us to navigate familiar environments like shopping centres. Horses do not generalise in the same way; everything new is different to them, and they need proof of safety before they can habituate and feel secure. When their entire world changes, it is deeply stressful.

They struggle to sleep until they feel safe, leading to sleep deprivation and increased difficulty.

But there is more...

Not only do you find comfort in your home environment and your nervous system downregulates, but you also find comfort in routines. Routines are habits, and habits are easy. When a routine changes or something has to be navigated differently, things get difficult. For example, my local supermarket is undergoing renovations. After four years of shopping there, it is extremely frustrating to have to work out where everything is now. Every day it gets moved due to the store being refitted section by section. This annoyance is shared by other shoppers and even the staff.

So, consider the horse. Not only are they confronted with the challenge of figuring out whether they are safe in all aspects of their new home while being sleep deprived, but every single routine and encounter is different. Then, their owner or new owner starts getting critical and concerned because the horse suddenly seems untrained or difficult. The horse they thought they owned or bought is not meeting their expectations, leading to conflict, resistance, explosiveness, hypersensitivity, and frustration.

The horse acts as if it knows little because it is stressed and because the routines and habits it has learned have disappeared. If you are a new human for the horse, you feel, move, and communicate differently from what it is used to. The way you hold the reins, your body movements in the saddle, the position of your leg – every single routine of communication between horse and person is now different. I explain to people that when you get a new horse, you have to imprint yourself and your way of communicating onto the horse. You have to introduce yourself and take the time to spell out your cues so that they get to know you.

Therefore, when you move a horse to a new home or get a new horse, your horse will go through a phase called "New Home Syndrome," and it will be significant for them. Appreciating this helps them get through it because they are incredible and can succeed. The more you understand and help the horse learn it is safe in its new environment and navigate the new routines and habits you introduce, the faster "New Home Syndrome" will pass.
"New Home Syndrome" will be prevalent in a horse’s life until they have learned to trust the safety of the environment (and all that entails) and the humans they meet and interact with. With strategic and understanding approaches, this may take weeks, and their nervous systems will start downgrading their high alert status. However, for some horses, it can take a couple of years to fully feel at ease in their new home.

So, next time you move your horse or acquire a new horse and it starts behaving erratically or being difficult, it is not being "stupid", you might not have been lied to or the horse "drugged" - your horse is just experiencing an episode of understandable "New Home Syndrome." And you can help this.❤

I would be grateful if you could please share, this reality for horses needs to be better appreciated ❤
‼️When I say SHARE that does not mean plagiarise my work…it is seriously not cool to copy and paste these words and make out you have written it yourself‼️

When it's so cozy in your jacket that you fall asleep in the sun listening to minis crunch their breakfast 🥰
12/07/2024

When it's so cozy in your jacket that you fall asleep in the sun listening to minis crunch their breakfast 🥰

Good morning!  Last night got pretty cold, so we blanketed those who needed the extra warmth. Not all horses can be caug...
12/06/2024

Good morning! Last night got pretty cold, so we blanketed those who needed the extra warmth. Not all horses can be caught and not everyone has been conditioned to wearing a blanket. We focus on those who need them due to age and body condition. Extra hay was out for everyone, of course. Happy Friday!

We want to express our sincere gratitude to the amazing individuals who donated to our   campaign. Your generosity, no m...
12/05/2024

We want to express our sincere gratitude to the amazing individuals who donated to our campaign. Your generosity, no matter how big or small, means the world to us.

Giving Tuesday was the kickoff to our end-of-year fundraising efforts. Our goal is to raise $5,000 by December 31st to help sustain the care of our 40 horses and donkeys.

🩵To bring Harrison home next week, we need to raise $700 for hauling and $165 for vet costs.🩵

In the coming weeks, we'll be introducing you to some of our special horses and donkeys who are seeking sponsors. Whether you're an individual or a business, you can make a difference by sponsoring a horse or donkey.

As little as $7 per week can help provide essential care for these animals who give so much to heal humans!

Please consider donating today. Every dollar counts!

**We are a registered 501c3 nonprofit organization. Donations made to our organization are tax deductible. EIN 81-1478827**

https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=CV48YU89CUZL4

Show Your Love for Serenity Saviors! 🐎❤️Did you know we have an awesome online swag shop? 🛍️  Support our mission and lo...
12/03/2024

Show Your Love for Serenity Saviors! 🐎❤️

Did you know we have an awesome online swag shop? 🛍️ Support our mission and look fabulous at the same time!

From cozy t-shirts to stylish hats, we've got something for everyone. 🧢👕

Shop now and help us continue to provide a safe haven for horses and therapy for those in need of their magic.

👉 serenitysaviors.org/shop

Get your Serenity Saviors merch here! Every purchase helps us save horses and humans.

 : A Tale of Three AmigosHey there, friends! We’re Lucky, Dusty, and Ned, the Three Amigos! We were all born on the same...
12/02/2024

: A Tale of Three Amigos

Hey there, friends! We’re Lucky, Dusty, and Ned, the Three Amigos! We were all born on the same PA farm, unfortunately, all sent to slaughter together, and all rescued by Serenity Saviors together.

Now, we’re all bringing joy and healing to humans together. Thanks to amazing people like you, we have found a second chance at life. Now, we spend our days bringing smiles to the faces of children and adults through Equine Assisted Therapy.

But we need your help to keep our story going. Your donation will help us continue to provide:

* Therapeutic sessions: Helping people overcome challenges and build confidence.

* Quality care: Ensuring we have nutritious food, cozy shelter, and regular vet and farrier check-ups.

You can ensure that we remain a happy herd. You can keep our spirits high and our tails swishing.

Join our herd and make a difference.

🌟Donate today:
Givebutter.com/serenitysaviors



Allen & Cherina Bornscheuer
Founding Directors
Serenity Saviors, Inc.
256.902.8389

‼️🎄🎁🐴ATTENTION!🎁🎄🐴‼️**Wintec 2000 All Purpose Saddle - 100% of Proceeds to Harrison's FREEDOM RIDE home!**This top-quali...
12/02/2024

‼️🎄🎁🐴ATTENTION!🎁🎄🐴‼️

**Wintec 2000 All Purpose Saddle - 100% of Proceeds to Harrison's FREEDOM RIDE home!**

This top-quality saddle is in excellent condition and perfect for riders of all disciplines. Help Harrison get home by snagging this amazing deal!

**Features:**
* Luxury suede & Equileather construction
* Multi-discipline versatility (jumping, hunting, pleasure)
* Lifetime guaranteed Elastiflex tree for optimal communication
* Super comfy seat & contoured knee inserts
* Built-in leg security features
* Ergonomic stirrup bar & adjustable Flexibloc system
* Size: 17", Adjustable Gullet, Narrow Twist, Regular Flap, CAIR Flocking System, Black

**Value:*** Verified Retail: $899.00 - $1095.00

Make a reasonable offer!

This saddle is the perfect gift 🎁 for an equestrian friend or a special treat for yourself! 🎄🎁‼️

**Shipping & Inquiries:**
* Winner pays shipping or local pickup available (35654)
* Email [email protected] for questions or to secure the saddle directly.

**Thank you for Your Support!**

**Saddle Up for Serenity & Help Harrison get home!**


Many ways to donate & snag this awesome, comfortable saddle!
Givebutter.com/TheHerd

‼️🎄🎁🐴ATTENTION!🎁🎄🐴‼️**Wintec 2000 All Purpose Saddle - 100% of Proceeds to Harrison's FREEDOM RIDE home!**This top-quali...
12/02/2024

‼️🎄🎁🐴ATTENTION!🎁🎄🐴‼️

**Wintec 2000 All Purpose Saddle - 100% of Proceeds to Harrison's FREEDOM RIDE home!**

This top-quality saddle is in excellent condition and perfect for riders of all disciplines. Help Harrison get home by snagging this amazing deal!

**Features:**
* Luxury suede & Equileather construction
* Multi-discipline versatility (jumping, hunting, pleasure)
* Lifetime guaranteed Elastiflex tree for optimal communication
* Super comfy seat & contoured knee inserts
* Built-in leg security features
* Ergonomic stirrup bar & adjustable Flexibloc system
* Size: 17", Adjustable Gullet, Narrow Twist, Regular Flap, CAIR Flocking System, Black

**Value:*** Verified Retail: $899.00 - $1095.00

🎄🎁Asking $600 obo

This saddle is the perfect gift 🎁 for an equestrian friend or a special treat for yourself! 🎄🎁‼️

**Shipping & Inquiries:**
* Winner pays shipping or local pickup available (35654)
* Email [email protected] for questions or to secure the saddle directly.

**Thank you for Your Support!**
Your generosity helps animals like Rudy receive the care they need.

**Visit our website for more ways to support our mission!**
www.serenitysaviors.org

**Saddle Up for Serenity & Help Harrison get home!**


Many ways to donate & snag this awesome, comfortable saddle!
Givebutter.com/TheHerd

You can also follow Serenity Saviors Equine Rescue & Therapy Center on Instagram!
12/02/2024

You can also follow Serenity Saviors Equine Rescue & Therapy Center on Instagram!

This Giving Tuesday, let's come together to create a ripple effect of kindness and compassion. Your generous donation wi...
12/02/2024

This Giving Tuesday, let's come together to create a ripple effect of kindness and compassion. Your generous donation will directly impact the lives of horses in need, providing them with the care, rehabilitation, and love they deserve.

Every dollar counts! Join us in our mission to rescue, rehabilitate, and repurpose horses as therapists for those in need of their magic. Together, we can make a difference.

Givebutter.com/TheHerd

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7281 Highway 48
Russellville, AL
35654

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Tuesday 11am - 4pm
Wednesday 11am - 4pm
Thursday 11am - 4pm
Friday 11am - 4pm
Saturday 11am - 4pm
Sunday 11am - 4pm

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We save American Saddlebreds and other equines from the slaughter pipeline, neglect and abuse. Utilizing our rescues for equine assisted therapy and learning, we serve foster & adoptive families as well as veterans and other populations in need of the magic and majesty of horses. #WeSave2

•We save equines from slaughter and from other conditions that will likely lead to their death.

•We rehabilitate them or offer them a forever sanctuary.

•We adopt most to loving, forever homes.