Willamette Horse Outreach Alliance

17/11/2024

Go spend the rainy day in yamhill shopping at JJ’s!

Was just donated a bunch of pads (proceeds go to WHOA Willamette Horse Outreach Alliance to help the horses we take in.)
Pads run from 5.00 to 65.00

15/11/2024

we are proud to report that Scout is officially a foster fail. After losing Rocket we felt Scout would be a good fit as a companion to the family and their then lonely mare, after several months they have asked to formerly adopt.

We are also happy to report that Hawk has also been adopted. His new dad is going to be the perfect partner for him and we can’t wait to see them enjoying life together.

14/11/2024

We’re often asked what the hardest part of rescue is, and to be honest, it’s all hard some days. It’s physically and emotionally hard, it’s worry, stress, and anxiety about the herd and ensuring every day is a good day. It may be hard, and it’s worth it. But if I had to choose a singular item that’s uniquely difficult, it’s fundraising. It’s staying connected, sharing updates, and engaging with all the special and amazing supporters and donors. Then this happens. Social media makes that even harder 😞

If you’re not seeing our posts it’s because the algorithm thinks we need to use YOUR dollars to pay them to show you. I think you all agree that we need to be using those dollars to feed the equines you love.

We have raised $1200 towards our $25,000 end of year goal due to this issue.

14/11/2024

Contact Central Oregon Equine Rescue for info on these amazing hackney ponies

https://www.facebook.com/COEquineRescue/posts/pfbid0CcxavcpMHVzzin9LEitPMvvNbWvLpGQLnk6ymf8Lw7MGrUmUFCDcymbBYT8hfLx4l

💥 Available for adoption💥
Bruce on the left, Dana on the right.

Dana and Bruce are looking for their forever homes!

These two can be separated as long as there is another equid companion for company.

We are adopting them with a 0 adoption fee with contract as
pasture pets.

**HOWEVER **
These ponies were owned by a renowned hackney trainer and have been professionally trained.
With consistent training and handling, they would excel as show ponies.
Dana was extensively shown as a cart horse years ago.

The ponies are in their early 20s, but don't let that number fool you!

These two act 5!

Hackney ponies are known to live well into their late 30s early 40s.

They halter, lead, tie, love baths, load into trailers are great for farrier, and are easy keepers.

These ponies are very spirited and love to show off their moves!

Not for small children without an adult assisting and working/continuing training the ponies beforehand.

***Do not ask if they are suitable for your kids.

*** Every kid is different, and I can not answer that.

Please message the page if you are interested, and we can answer any questions you may have about them!

13/11/2024

Help us wish Kara a very happy birthday today!

11/11/2024

Today and every day, we Thank our veterans for their service. As wives of veterans ourselves it’s especially important to acknowledge the importance of gratitude for all who served. Thank you 🇺🇸

11/11/2024

Wishing a Happy 249th birthday to the U.S. Marine Corps.

06/11/2024

the Olympics has synchronized swimming, we have synchronized Mule rolling

04/11/2024

Our end of year goal is $25,000 - we’ve raised $1200 towards that so far! Easy ways to help reach that are to share with others, ask employers if they give or match tax deductible contributions to a non-profit, and comment on our posts.

Our October veterinarian bills topped $7,000 so our emergency fund is needing replenished. We have 20 horses and mules that average around $200/month in expenses plus 14 minis at $50/mo each.

We are collecting cans for the bottle drop give campaign at the end of this month.

We will be posting tack for sale soon as well.

31/10/2024

Just launched 2 new options in our bonfire store for "safety season" in bright green and orange. Check them out here: https://www.bonfire.com/safety-season160

Bonfire is the ONLY official place to purchase WHOA shirts or hoodies. These are direct ship items through the services of Bonfire.

31/10/2024

we've raised $1200 towards our end of year goal as of 10/30/24! That's a GREAT start. Thank you every one. I think we'll possibly try a virtual tack sale soon, collecting cans and we're looking into holiday events including Ladies night at Wilco. Stay tuned.

HUGE end of year fundraising kickoff! How can you help us reach our goal?

- ask employer about holiday giving grants or sponsorship
- set up social media fundraiser and share with friends
- nominate us to any seasonal giving campaign
- Oregon bottle drop green bag accounts can give to our blue bag account. Or ask us to send you bags and stickers to turn in for us
- interact with our posts. Meta pays us for engagement so be sure to comment share tag and hold conversations on our postings.
- sponsor a sanctuary resident for 1 month

Let’s replenish the medical fund and set up to beginning 2025 with “hay” in the bank

30/10/2024

Hey Willow, did you play in the mud? 🤦🏼‍♀️🤷‍♀️🫠

29/10/2024

She gets to do anything she wants (within reason and safety) and if that’s hanging out in the barn eating hay from a wheelbarrow, that’s what she gets to do.

Kara and the team are giving both Diane and Sam extra love and attention to make sure every second is full of love, grace, and joy.

28/10/2024

We have 3 or 4 mini's up for adoption consideration. 2 are bonded, young, and shetland size. the others are single, mid aged, and small. Not posting pics or names publicly at this time, this is an informal PSA. If you are actively looking to add a mini to your life feel free to PM us. We will need to know several things if you want to answer them in your initial message so we can determine who will work for your needs:

what are wanting to use the mini for?
what type of living situation will the mini have? Barn, yard, feed, etc.
what is your experience with mini's and their needs?
what is the long term plan for the mini?

yes this is an unconventional way to advertise an adoptable equine, and that's why I'm doing it. We have an application on our website if you prefer to use that. We're looking for some specific type of homes and this is just a better way to not waste our time or yours.

Send a message to learn more

28/10/2024

this post by Meister couldn't have come into view at a better time. So in sharing her words I wanted to attach Diane's outcome from her OSU visit last week.

Diane's heart is failing and we are making preparations for her. She is not in pain or suffering, there is no fluid building up (yet) and we are not prolonging any suffering. I just want to make that clear, she is home resting, grazing, and being well monitored for a few days as we schedule what needs to be done. Sam is just as important as she is, and while we focus on giving her the best of the last good days she has, we also need to consider HIM and how we can make this transition to losing his teammate as gentle as possible.

This is the HARDEST part of rescue and giving sanctuary to seniors. Each unique being is so very special to us, they hold pieces of our hearts. If things seem a bit dreary or quiet here with posts, it's us humans trying our best to keep focused, and as the previous posts states, the horses need to be fed.

Send a message to learn more

28/10/2024

28/10/2024

Sam weighed 1264lb at his discharge from OSU! We had some really great and close guesses for him

Diane weighed 1090lb

Thank you for engaging with our post! It makes a huge impact here on social media

26/10/2024

We’re home from the hospital and before I get into the details and updates on what is happening I wanted to have a little light hearted fun.

Guess the weight! It’s not often we trailer out to the vet and have a scale to stand on, but these two have “official weights” from their discharge today.

Guess how much Sam weighs and how much Diane weighs. We will share on Sunday what they are.