Joel Conner spent a day at SAFE recently to help Terry and her volunteer horsemen work with five of the wild Fall City 40 horses. These horses are not accustomed to being handled by humans, but we’re working hard to change their minds about us. It’s a...
Here’s an update on horse 117, Little Man, who is being gentled by his foster/trainer: Little Man has come a long way since his arrival to our barn. Upon arrival he was understandably scared,timid and full of flight/survival instinct. Even an accidental touch of...
UPDATE: Shy but curious. By Friday 7/19 allowed petting on face, scratching on neck and withers and rump. Touched with both hands around neck, with halter laid against her neck.
Update 7/19: Hook-shaped scar on left lip (previous bit injury?), and chip on right hind foot. Gaining confidence and will come for treats and allow you to pet her. Refined head.
Answers to FAQs
• Yes, these are the horses we called the Fall City 40
•NO, THEY’RE NOT GOING TO AUCTION or SLAUGHTER!!
• these horses are currently in secure locations, with food, water, and shelter
• these horses were in sheriff’s custody, but have been signed over to SAFE
• SAFE is covering the cost of their board, feed, and vet care with money raised for the Fall City 40
• these horses are available for adoption to people who have experience with unhandled horses
• stallions will be gelded prior to adoption and adopters will be responsible for after care