H.E.R.O. Horse Education and Rescue Organization

02/18/2025

Don't miss out on this opportunity!!

02/18/2025

Available for adoption 💗😁

Sue is a 19 year old petite Arabian cross mare looking for a forever home to live out her golden years! Despite being unhandled most of her life, she has quickly learned that humans aren’t so bad and really enjoys grooming, going for walks, and spending time with her people. Barefoot, trailer loads, mid rank in the herd and gets along well with others, stands for vet and farrier. She does have mild heaves that is managed with daily Zyrtec during growing months. She is fully up to date on everything to include teeth floating. Due to her age and prior neglect, Sue is being offered only to non-riding homes. Adoptable through HERO with an approved application; currently located in Pfafftown, NC.

02/09/2025

01/16/2025

Get in on this opportunity for food, fellowship and fun!! Great speakers with valuable information. Meet new horse minded people too. You don't have to have a horse; you may have never seen a real horse and that's OK too. We still want you to come and possibly even join. We are a friendly, laid-back group with a shared passion. Did we mention snacks...?

12/16/2024

Christmas is literally right around the corner. Don't forget HERO when you're making those lists for Santa!

12/13/2024

This is quite possibly the easiest way to support HERO!
Simply collect 15 proofs of purchase from Triple Crown feed bags, then mail them to:
HERO
P.O. Box 17514
Winston-Salem, NC 27116

Be sure and include your contact information and your e-mail address and we will send you a coupon for a FREE class (championship classes excluded) at any of our 2025 horse shows!
Thank you for your continued support of this great organization.
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11/15/2024

We want to thank each and every one of you for your continuous support during our 2024 show season. HERO had a great time and hope y'all did too!
Our shows are our fundraisers for the year, and we depend on that to help horses in need and support our foster program. We are ALWAYS looking for volunteers for everything. You don't have to know about or have a horse to volunteer just a desire to help a cause that we are passionate about.
The 2025 show season will be here before you know it and we have some really awesome new things in store.
So, ride all winter and be ready and we'll see you in the spring!

11/12/2024

CHECK THIS OUT

11/07/2024

WHO'S COMING??

Give us a shout out!!

11/07/2024

WINTER IS COMING!!

To Blanket or Not to Blanket?

Many horse owners consider whether to blanket their horses each year. In most cases, horses don’t need blankets if they are in good health and have grown a winter coat. In fact, a blanket can interfere with the coat’s natural ability to regulate the horse’s body temperature.

However, you might want to blanket your horse for reasons ranging from making it easier to cool down after exercise to providing extra warmth to an older horse. If you choose to blanket, be sure it fits correctly, is in good repair, and has the right amount of insulation for your horse’s needs.

11/06/2024

WINTER IS COMING

Schedule a Fall Checkup With the Vet

As part of your winter horse prep, have your veterinarian out to make sure your horse is in good health. The vet will examine your horse for any underlying health conditions and update recommended vaccinations for your area. Also, have your horse’s teeth checked to ensure he can maximize the nutrients from hay and grain.

11/05/2024

WINTER IS COMING!!!

Prepare Your Water Tanks

The average 1,000-pound horse drinks 10-12 gallons of water daily. During summer, fresh pasture grass serves as a significant source of water. In winter, however, your horse is primarily munching on hay, which contains less than 15% moisture. Your horse will need to drink more to avoid colic and dehydration.

Research has shown that horses drink more when water is between 45 and 65 degrees Fahrenheit. Investing in tank heaters or heated buckets makes it easy to keep water within that temperature range. Purchase salt blocks for pastures and/or stalls, as consuming salt makes horses thirsty and, thus, more inclined to drink.

11/05/2024

HERE'S A PEEK AT SOME OF THE BASKETS THAT WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR THIS AT SATURDAYS HERO SHOW AT Thoroughbred Training Center (TTC)