Shenandoah Valley Equine Rescue Network

11/22/2024

Happiest of Birthdays to the woman who does ALL the day to day, our Executive Director, Shannon Ott. Thank you so much for your dedication, passion and support! From answering emails, to orientating volunteers, to caring for the horses...we know you are dependable and providing only the best possible care. The horses would be lost without you. We hope you have the best Birthday Ever!

11/11/2024

Thank you for your service! To all our 2 legged and 4 legged heros.

CNN takes a closer look at the life of Sergeant Reckless, a small racehorse with an appetite for beer and coffee who would become America’s greatest war horse during the Korean War. This month marks the 50th anniversary of her death at the age of 20.

10/23/2024

Come join us for some spooky fun at our Halloween Fun Show October 27th @ 10am!! Show proceeds go to the Shenandoah Valley Equine Rescue Network!

Great show for beginner riders, green horses and everyone in between!! We will have a Halloween Themed trail class out on the grass that starts at 11!

10/22/2024

First trim for the new guys! Leroy (chesnut) is feeling a little more comfortable already. These two boys were absolute rockstars for the farrier too. There is a lot that factored into these feet getting this way. Regular trims and good nutrition are the best ways to keep our equine friends comfortable on their feet. We cannot wait to see how they improve over the coming months.

10/20/2024

These sweet gentlemen needed a place to go when their property was foreclosed on. After the owner exhausted all other options, they gave us a call. We are still doing evaluations, but we already know we have feet and teeth to take care of. Both of these sweethearts are OTTB geldings. Chesnut is 23 and the Gray is 16. Stay tuned for updates as we find out more about these guys! They do need new barn names if anyone has any suggestions drop them in the comments! Scroll through the pictures to see the befores of the chesnuts feet! Tomorrow we will have his first farrier visit.

10/16/2024

Sweet Cherry Blossom 🍒 🌸 is ready for her forever home! She is a 14 years young OTTB that is as sweet as she is pretty! Cherry Blossom has recently been restarted and has been a wonderful little lady to work with. I know that someone needs a flashy red head in their life out there somewhere! Feel free to message us about Cherry Blossom, or send an email to [email protected] to inquire further! ❤️ 🐎

10/15/2024

Belle is up for adoption to a companion only home! Belle is an ottb estimated to be in her late teens. Belle is one of the favorites at the rescue, she is always hanging out by the fence begging for treats and pets! She is a pretty easy going girl with her pasture pal as well, and she is just adorable! If you have room in your heart and paddock for her please send a message or email [email protected]. ❤️ 🐎

10/14/2024

JJ is up for adoption! This big girl is an 11 year old percheron/tb cross. JJ will need an experienced home. She is a great ride, definitely knows her stuff, but on the ground can take advantage of people. If you are the right partner to show her leadership shoot us a message or fill out an application at svern.org.

10/13/2024

Here are just a few of our adoptable cuties! Captions under pictures have a little info about each horse. Inquiries can be sent via messenger or at [email protected]. Come find your next bestie today!

10/07/2024

Sweet Comet was adopted earlier this year with little to no experience under saddle, look at that sweet boy go now with his human Gussie! We love our happy endings ❤️ so excited to watch these two grow together!!

10/05/2024

We are beyond grateful to everyone that supports us! Today we recieved another hay donation from Thunder Ridge Inc!! Hay is something that we definitely go through a lot of and it adds up! Donations like this are so crucial to the survival of rescues. Thank you to everyone that donates, shares, supports, and helps us keep our mission alive 🥰

09/26/2024

Did you hear? Linda Dreher, local artist from NC (and my mom!) will be here next week along with artist Lynden Willingham for the opening of the next art exhibit at Long Branch Historic House & Farm Come meet the two artists Oct. 2nd and enjoy seeing their exhibits first! Wine, beer & Cheese will be available.