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Our beloved Two Socks, died suddenly on March 18th, at 35 years old. We chose him for this campaign prior to his death because he represents that there are always next chapters for horses. Two Socks was rescued by his owner from a kill-pen at the age of six. He has been a working member of our adaptive therapy program since 2013. Every time we tried to retire him, he would tell us he was not ready and wanted to work! Two Socks is posing with two of our teen United States Pony Club members. He helped them earn their D2 Pony Club ratings this past fall. Two Socks was a barn favorite, and excelled in adaptive riding lessons, Pony Club sessions, loved to be groomed, and was also in charge of keeping our two young weanlings in line during turn-out. He was one the of most intuitive and loving horses we have ever met! We have established a Memorial Fund in his honor.

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Pongo and Perdita, both leopard appaloosas, arrived at Begin Again Horse Rescue when Perdita, who was blind from Glaucoma, needed intense and expensive treatments. When the medical treatments did not relieve her pain, her eyes were surgically removed by our veterinarians. Pongo, who is dedicated to being a seeing-eye for the little mare, accompanied Perdita to the hospital to offer her support and comfort. Perdita is now pain-free and romps about the pasture with her friend, Pongo, like two peas in a pod. Pongo and Perdita are being offered for adoption together to an approved home within a two hour radius of Lima, NY, or they will have a forever home at Begin Again Horse Rescue.

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We spotted this underweight, discouraged soul on a Facebook horse auction site and we knew he needed to be rescued. On Thanksgiving eve, a Facebook message was shared with friends of our rescue, who showed up early on Thanksgiving morning to clean a field area near a stall and build a temporary turnout in which to quarantine Laz. We rescued Laz from auction and brought him home to our rescue. You'd never recognize this frisky, energetic fellow now as he tears around his turnout, throws his head and shakes his mane with sheer joy!

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Patrick is a 27-year old pony shown here with his rider Charlotte and Ms. Martha, a PATH Intl Advanced Instructor and GAIT's Executive Director

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Rosie was adopted by Gleneayre from a local rescue where she had been found tied to a chain-link fence and near starvation. She came at Gleneayre scared and shy but with love to give and that trust and hope are possible even in difficult situations. As an instrumental part of our Working Student Program, the students have had the opportunity to learn firsthand what is involved with rehabilitating a rescue horse and to experience the rewards.

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High school student Tyler bonding with 2-year old miniature horse Cricket, one of 21 special horses partnering with special needs students

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Thomas, our 14 year-old Norwegian Fjord, is shown here with combat veteran Ian, who rides and drives him. Thomas has been a valuable member of our herd for 11 years and is well loved for his big personality!

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"People Helping Horses Heal People" New resident, Danebury, a 2013 New York State Bred Thoroughbred, offers Dr. Julie Clas some love after meeting for the first time.

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Minnie is an 18-year old Norwegian Fjord who has been with Mane Stream since 2011.

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Ted, short for "Teddy Bear", which this sweet big boy thinks he is, was near starvation when we rescued him. With a special diet and loving care, Ted has regained approximately 700 lbs. and is now a healthy, happy love bug! At 18.2 hands, Ted is the biggest boy in our stables but thinks he's still a cuddly little foal. He would sit on your lap if you let him but we don't advise it!

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Q's first 3 years took him to Kentucky, Puerto Rico, and Florida despite a lackluster racing career. He's getting lots of love and training shown here with junior volunteer, Mallory, and is available for adoption here.

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Kidd is a five year old chestnut gelding who came to Omega Horse Rescue as a feral stallion from the kill pen. He learned how to be haltered and led and was eventually gelded. He is now easy to catch, halter and lead. He has been ground driven and worked over simple obstacles from the ground, and he has been ponied off another horse as well. All of these things help him gain trust experience and confidence in anticipation of his Next Chapter.

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Cajun was abandoned when Hurricane Katrina hit in 2004. Emaciated with severe hoof damage, when he made his way to New York, no one could touch or ride him, but he overcame the trauma. Cajun has been a therapy horse with us since 2006 helping clients who are learning to survive, cope, adapt, and grow.

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Clyde, a 28 year old crossbred pony gelding, is the heart of our program at Pegasus TRA. Clyde is often the first pony that many of our participants ever ride and he has aided many riders in overcoming any fears while becoming acclimated to our program. Clyde was recognized as Therapy Horse of the Year by the Pennsylvania National Horse Show in 2016.

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Buttercup is a 16 years old former show jumper turned therapy horse. A kind, gentle and beautiful Quarter pony, Buttercup loves the work she gets to do with our TR participants.

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Twisted Tom was a fan favorite on the NY racing circuit winning $940,000. When his breeders became concerned that the popular eight year old gelding was still racing, he was claimed by Rick Schosberg, the President of Take The Lead, the NY horsemen's track retirement program, to retire the horse to Rerun. His retirement is a perfect example of how race tracks, owners, breeders and trainers can work together to ensure the safety and welfare of horses and provide the best possible outcome for horses in need of aftercare options.

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Louie's owners leased him for lessons at the barn where he was boarded to offset expenses. When he contracted EPM, equine protozoal myeloencephalitis that left him unrideable, his owners were forced to find him another home because they could not afford the boarding fees. Louie found his way to Roanchar Ranch Draft Horse Rescue in the Spring of 2020. It didn't take long for his fun-loving personality to show. He loves picking up things with his mouth, like training sticks or coats. He is in the process of learning tricks so that he can show off all his talents. While Louie still exhibits some symptoms of EPM, his current treatment is producing positive results. We hope to be able to reevaluate his riding options in the summer.

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Regala Di Trieste (Pumpkin) is a 20 year old Thoroughbred and mother of 9 foals who then ended up at a local auction. She is aunt to American Pharoah, having the same dam as Pioneer of the Nile (Star of Goshen). She's made great progress. We plan on taking Pumpkin to some local shows this spring and summer and document her journey from broodmare to show horse. Pumpkin is a perfect example of how trainable retired broodmares are, even after decades of no riding.

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Z, named 2021 Therapy Horse of the Year by the Pennsylvania National Horse Show Foundation, is a 17-year-old Irish Sport Horse who was donated to us after a suspensory injury which ended his show jumping career. Whether his rider is an eight-year-old girl with cerebral palsy, a 24-year-old young man with autism or a 65-year-old woman with a hip injury, Z is ready to help, creating joy-filled experiences while easing some of life’s burdens.

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March is a 23 Year old Mustang Cross who was surrendered to Sunshine to find a new home. March is a small but mighty Mustang Cross who is retired from riding due to a left front knee injury. She would be a good companion for strong willed equine friend. March connects well with sweet, calming, personalities and would be best suited in a patient home where she will be pampered.

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Elle, a 16-year old Thoroughbred mare, was adopted in 2018 and beloved for about nine months, but, she had recurring unsoundness, and in 2019, we accepted her back into our sanctuary. Elle is one of the many horses we rescue and re-home through adoption and provide sanctuary to ensure that horses are protected throughout their lives. We seek to embolden appreciation for the inherent worth of every horse.

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