Southern Hope Animal Rescue & Education

01/04/2025

Sometimes, the kindest thing to do is a dignified departure. When so many educated hands have tried to save them and they still show pain, fear, and confusion. Oftentimes, hurting us or themselves. The last gift we can give them is departure in the most loving and dignified way they will allow us.
We peeled back Ima's layers one by one. We hoped that allowing her treatment and recovery would help her. While she has had very peaceful moments with us and looks okay. We can't turn a blind eye to the emotional trauma and chronic pain she endured.
A little about her... We got her from the auction pipeline in February 2023. She was worried, almost uncontrollable, absolutely terrified of everything, especially, the horse trailer. We were grateful that she came with registration papers that allowed us to piece together some iota of history so that we can help her. We learned that she was a show horse from the time she could stand. She was shown in Halter until age 2 years. And broke to saddle for trail riding by age 3. She was then given a seemingly wonderful life with her human mom, who trail rode her until her body started breaking down by the age of 8, she was on and off lame, began to have unpredictable behavior changes, and developed a fear of the trailer. To her, the trailer meant riding, riding meant pain that she could not escape. Her behavior got worse, and her owner gave up. She was sent to the auction. She ended up with a horse trader who saw her pain and rested her for a couple of months. With little improvement, she found herself back at another auction. This time she met us. We gave her time, nutrition, medicine, massages and body work, vet care, farrier care, and more time. She went to the most patient foster mom, who set her up for the most success. Despite all this, her behavior never became consistent. There were so many close calls of putting herself and her humans in danger.
We tried for you,
Ima Chocolatediamond. We saw you, and we ultimately saved you. Even if it's not in the way we intended. Rest peacefully sweet girl. We will learn from you to help the next ❤️🐴
If you would like to help with her associated costs, donations can be made in her honor and are greatly appreciated.

01/02/2025

As the holiday season comes to a close, we wish everyone a spectacular 2025!

We thank each and every one of you who make SHARE such a wonderful organization day in and day out. Many memories are cultivated here, for children and adults alike!

And our farmily is always growing! Reach out if you'd like to start volunteering with us ❤️

12/31/2024

The happiest. The sweetest. The goofiest. A bit shy but very loving ❤️

Joplin is speculated to be around 2 years old and she weighs only 32lbs! The perfect size!
She's vaccinated, spayed, and microchipped. She is heartworm positive and has begun treatment. So don't fret!
She's working on crate and house training. She has only lived outside most of her life, so this is a happy adjustment for her.
Jop wants to bring in the New Year with her forever person 🎊❤️🎉
Schedule an appointment to come meet her! Text/ call 252-232-8228!

12/30/2024

Day Camp is “snow” much fun today!

And nothing like a bathtub of hay. 😂

We still have room in our winter break day camps.

Camden families- We are open 7am-6pm Jan. 6-10.

More Info. and Sign-up Here:
https://forms.gle/jxuKRXWNrAaJtkEP8

12/30/2024

She is a perfect puppy. She is active. She is playful. She is submissive and friendly after her shyness fades.
She has great recall. She is willing to please. She is smart. She needs stimulation. She's a big puppy.

Ginger is 10 months old, spayed, microchipped and up-to-date medically. She is crate and house trained. She loves toys and chew bones. She knows basic commands and many words.

Let's start this amazing pups New Year off right with her forever home ❤️ please share her post far and wide.
Call/ text 252-232-8228 with questions!

12/20/2024

We're extending our annual Quilt Raffle until Christmas Eve!!!
Beautiful Patriotic Pattern
$2 for each chance to win OR $5 for 3 tickets!
Message for details!
We will ship anywhere in the continental US!

12/18/2024

School’s out starting Monday. Do you need fun childcare that is screen-free and hands-on?

Come to the farm.
Sign-up here: https://forms.gle/uw3kWDfCcTNs16mp7

Text Melissa at 757-618-5811 with questions.

12/18/2024

Are there any Frenchie lovers out there?!
Introducing... Kobe!
Seriously cute. And seriously... a bulldog. He can be stubborn at times, so familiarity with breed is preferred. He's a snuggler, for sure! But he's also a bowling ball, so homes with tiny humans need not apply. He will potentially knock them over and possess ALL the toys. Because in his mind, ALL the toys are his. After all, this is Kobe's world, and we're just in it. ❤️😂
Kobe has been tentatively diagnosed with a condition called megaesophagus. He just needs to eat canned food while sitting upright for about 15 minutes so that he doesn't regurgitate his food. He has had no other problems associated with megaesophagus. His adoption includes his Bailey chair.
He is neutered, microchipped, heartworm negative, and up to date with vaccines.
Please send us an application asap! Message here or text 252-232-8228 with any questions!

12/17/2024

The hounds need help ❤️
The hounds need devoted foster homes or adopters ❤️
Olive, Trap, Hank, and Shiloh need you to step up for them ❤️
It costs nothing but time and love to foster a dog.
And it only costs a little to adopt one.

Olive is the most settled and confident. She's around 3 years old and weighs 70 lbs.
Trap is a loving goofball! He loves people but can be selective with other dogs. He is around 1 year old and 45 lbs.
Hank is just a big baby. Young, moldable, willing. He's 7-8 months and will be a big ole hound dog.
Shiloh wins the award for most improved! She went from an overreactive, insecure dog to a snuggly, playful, obedient pup! She's even good on or off the leash at the farm. And was even in the Christmas parade 🎄 She's around 1 year old and 40 lbs.
All 4 are spayed/ neutered, vaccinated, heartworm negative, and microchipped!
Please give them a chance in your home 🙏 they are GOOD dogs ❤️

Send us an application! Message us here or text 252-232-8228 for details.

12/16/2024

12/14/2024

The decorations are hung! The silent auction baskets are made! The food is being prepared! The bounce houses, hay ride, barrel train are ready! Crafts, games, prizes! Adult beverages, baked goods and popcorn! And the ponies are getting a good night's rest ❤️
See you tomorrow at our 11th Annual Christmas in the Country!
Check out our Ticket Booth for a list of activities!
As always, Santa is free!

12/13/2024

Just a few pics from last week's Currituck Christmas Parade! Despite the cold, the kids always have a blast!

Come see our Grinch tomorrow at our 11th Annual Christmas in the Country!

12/02/2024

"All she wants for Christmas is youuuuu!"

Who needs an amazing, big bouncy puppy?!

Ginger is finding herself needing a home due to no fault of her own. At 9 months old, she is completely house trained, crate trained, and walks well on the leash. She actually likes her crate and is very quiet in the crate. She knows basic commands and loves treats!
She's spayed, microchipped, and up to date with vaccines. She's super playful and gets along great with other dogs. However, she does chase chickens and outdoor cats. She is doing well in her foster home with one inside kitty.

Ginger will thrive in a home who understands that she is just one big baby dog with lots of energy and needing some directions in life.
Do you have the time, consistency, and patience to show a pup the ropes?!
If it's not the right time to adopt, consider fostering first!

For more info, message us or text 252-232-8228.