Zorro’s Crossing Horse Sanctuary

14/01/2025

We love when our vet, Dr Erwin from , collaborates with our farrier to trim our elderly pony and namesake - Zorro - in a correct way with his laminitis and an abscess he has 😥using x-rays to determine how much to take off of the hoof and at what angle.
We are so lucky we found these 2 professionals who are dedicated to doing what is the absolute best for Zman and the rest of our herd.
We are so blessed to have them work together🙏

13/01/2025

Rose Before and After…

10/01/2025

“You have to do the best that you can do,” said a politely frustrated Bernard Chatters one afternoon in January. "When we're trying to rehome horses, you have to do the best you can do.”

Read more: https://bit.ly/40tGcuv

05/01/2025

The support of Zorro’s crossing came full circle yesterday as 2 of our angel donors came out with their family to volunteer and spend time with our herd for the day.

They had a “horsey day” grooming, walking and spending time with our herd.
Thank u for taking the time to bond with the herd and help with enrichment.

We can’t thank them enough for their financial, physical and emotional support of these beautiful horses.

05/01/2025

We hope racing will end one day. It is such an abusive industry .

December's 14.44 percent drop was the largest of the year and fourth month of 2024 that had double-digit declines from comparative month in 2023: https://bit.ly/4h1lvvb

04/01/2025

We are incredibly inspired by the partnership between Stella McCartney and Operation Centaur as they raise awareness on the magnificent healing power of horses—highlighting the incredible benefits of hippo-therapy.

At Zorro's Crossing Horse Sanctuary, we have launched a hippo-therapy program in 2024, The Wonder Program, that connects special needs children with the rescue horses within our care. Hippo-therapy has been proven to help children with physical, psychological and social learning. Using the intentional movements of our horses, our program sessions help to support children's sensory, motor, and cognitive systems.

You can learn more about The Wonder Program at https://specialsettingspt.com/hippotherapy.

Thank you Stella McCartney for bringing the healing power of horses to light!

04/01/2025

We are so thankful for this guy Zorro, AKA Zman. Although he is in his twilight years, he still surprises us each day with his funny antics and sense of humor.
He is notorious for entering the feed room when no one is looking or for walking into Shamrock’s stall after it’s clean and prepared with hay and fresh shavings and going to the bathroom.
We allow him to free roam at the sanctuary that is his namesake - he has earned this right.
He is still so gentle with children and the elderly.
We treasure this guy so much and thank him for everything he has done for special needs children by being a hippotherapy pony.
We are honored to have him spend his golden years with us, retired and living his best life.

02/01/2025

Horses have the innate understanding that children are innocent and unthreatening, and they respond with kindness and interest.

Horses can help children build confidence and can provide a stabilizing presence in children’s lives to help them cope with stress.

Horses truly heal.

30/12/2024

If you want to save a horse keep yours and look after them well.

did u know :
Horses have an average of 7-10 homes in a lifetime.

Horses are often rehomed because the horse is no longer useful to the owner.

Research suggests horses have a memory for years or even decades.

Horses are bonded to their herd so separating horses without
consideration for those bonds is cruel.

Sometimes circumstances are out of one’s control but often times it is based on convenience for the human.

We can do better.

28/12/2024

Tiger cat guarding Zorro during an afternoon nap.

21/12/2024

We had our holiday appreciation for our Hippotherapy volunteers.

2024 was an amazing year for Zorro’s Crossing Hippotherapy “Wonder Program” with our treasured therapist Sue Soha from
We are so proud and excited to continue to build this special program that uses the movement of the horse to heal children with special needs.
Again, showing how these magnificent creatures are true healers.
Thank you to our volunteers and supporters who have helped our program grow and flourish.

13/12/2024

Today is National Day of the Horse, which is celebrated on December 13 each year.
It’s a day to recognize the many contributions horses have made to the United States, including to its history, culture, economy, and agriculture. It is also a day to show an appreciation for horses to reflect on their role in society.
We are so grateful for our herd at Zorro’s Crossing.

03/12/2024

It's officially here! Today is Giving Tuesday, the most celebrated day of philanthropy worldwide.

You can help Zorro's Crossing Horse Sanctuary by participating in our Giving Tuesday fundraiser! We are raising $4,000 to support our eleven herd members, which helps to cover veterinary costs, food, enrichment, and so much more.

Give Today🐴https://www.zorroscrossing.org/donate

Every dollar makes a difference in the lives of the animals within our care.

It's because of YOU that we continue to rescue horses that have been neglected by the racing industry with no place to turn.

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01/12/2024

Count down with us until the biggest day of philanthropy—December 3rd, Giving Tuesday!

We are raising $4,000 to help support the vet care needs of our herd members, and every dollar makes a difference!

Zorro's Crossing has eleven horses who reside at our sanctuary, many of which have been rescued from the racing industry.

Shamrock, one of our rescued horses, had no place to turn after an arduous life of racing on the track. The great, great, great grandson of Secretariat, Shamrock developed cribbing and swaying tendencies from his anxiety as a race horse. He now lives a peaceful life surrounded by his pasture mates and loving staff at Zorro's Crossing.

Shamrock's journey from hardship to happiness is a testament to the power of compassion and second chances.

If you'd like to help support Shamrock and our other herd members, please make a donation this Giving Tuesday at https://www.zorroscrossing.org/donate

30/11/2024

Our very own Diva’s Kitten was featured in
She endured a racing career, knee surgery and a TAA accredited rescue flipped her to an abusive trainer where she was left starving and neglected.
Mary Johnson and Rose Smith saved her life and sued the rescue and won.
Today Diva’s Kitten is with us living her best life. We are so grateful to have her with us. She is the epitome of strength and reliliance.

25/11/2024

Baby popped up to say we hope everyone has a wonderful week in preparation for the Thanksgiving holiday.

At Zorro's Crossing, we are so very thankful for our supporters, who help us give the herd within our care a forever sanctuary and unconditional love.

24/11/2024

Howdy "neighhhbors" and friends!

Giving Tuesday is around the corner! Join us on the biggest day of philanthropy by making a donation in support of our herd members at Zorro's Crossing Horse Sanctuary.

Donate: https://www.zorroscrossing.org/donate

Every dollar makes a difference in the lives of the animals within our care. Because of you, we can continue offering programs with our horses and children in need through hippo-therapy sessions, Reading to the Rescues, and much more!

24/11/2024

It was a busy week at Zorro’s. The entire herd had their teeth floated, wellness exams were done for each horse by Dr Irwin and Dr Winkles , it rained which we needed, the temperatures dropped and we started putting the herd inside the barn at night and out in the mornings.
and Tiger cat was still able to get a nap or 2 in.
Winter is approaching and we are truly grateful for our amazing herd and the people who care for them🙏