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UPDATED May 08, 2008

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THINKING ABOUT ADOPTION?

If you see an animal on our website that catches your interest, call the shelter and set up an appointment to see the animal in person and to get more information on that animal's current status. Adoption fees are not posted as they can change during the time the animal is being evaluated.

Prospective adopters are interviewed face to face (no application) and a farm inspection is set up so that we can check out the place where the adopted animal will be kept. Check out our Adoption Guidelines for qualifications.

Upon qualifying, an Adoption Contract is signed by both parties. This contract is a co-ownership that lasts for the life of the animal. An animal adopted from MHARF cannot be sold, traded, or given away. If for any reason the adopted animal is not wanted, at any time, the animal must be returned to MHARF. We do not adopt out stallions and it is usually a policy that mares are adopted with a no breeding clause in their adoption agreement. Furthermore, only under special circumstances does the MHARF adopt out an animal outside the state of Minnesota.

To contact the Minnesota Hooved Animal Rescue, you can do so via e-mail at info@mnhoovedanimalrescue.org or by phone at 763-856-3119. The best time to call is between 7:30 and 8:30 AM. We do not return long distance calls, so if calling long distance please call back. Remember, appointments are necessary as there are many, many animals to be taken care of and we must plan/schedule our time to get everything done each and every day.

Horses Available for Adoption | Horses in Rehab
Animals Available for Adoption | Animals in Rehab

PLEASE REVIEW ADOPTION GUIDELINES

The Tractor Supply Store in Elk River and the Isanti Federated Co-Op in Princeton will give every new adopter from the Minnesota Hooved Animal Rescue Foundation a 10% discount on your purchase that day. The purchase includes anything in the store as a “one time, buy as much as you want, thanks for adopting” special! On top of the 10% discount, Tractor Supply Store in Elk River will also include one free bag of horse feed for your new family member! New adopters are asked to bring their adoption paperwork to the store in order to partake this promotion. If you need more information regarding this promotion, please call Drew at 763-856-3119.
ADOPTIONS

May, 2008 - Kelpie, Sprite

Apr, 2008 - Avatar's Eclipse, Promise, Yogi, Salina the Pot-Bellied Pig

Mar, 2008 - Midnight Gamble, Graizee, Cosette, Azzam, Oberon, Felix, Somia, Penny the Pot-Bellied Pig

Feb, 2008 - Jax, Victor, Morris the Cat, Robinciser, Iridium, Romeo, Secret Squall, Kahmar, My Magik Heart

Jan, 2008 - Nala, Ameera, Jewel, Habibi, Hadija, Zans 30 Baler, Chip, Kelly Rose, Scarlett, Iron Top

Dec, 2007 - Saraswatie

Nov, 2007 - Impressive Joe, Perdita, Dannica, El Gamill, Bird, Bunny Status Wind

Oct, 2007 - Billy, Bonita, Bean, Kanabec Cty #10, Joker, Tru Skip Burner, Calvin, Buster, Garfield, Double Dang

Sep, 2007 - Tiger Lily, Mikalea, Kincaid, Timothy, Bailey, Easter Gent, Vinetta, Claire

Aug, 2007 - Inshalla, Tater Chip, Buckwheat, Garfield, Suki, Cyclone

Jul, 2007 - Freya, Pixie, Tuskaloosa, Long Tall Sally, Katrina, Taxi, Chloe

Jun, 2007 - Lady Flash, Brunswick, Cut to the Cash, Melody, Mystic

May, 2007 - Valiant, Gabe, Sundance, Misty Barbeau, Boomers, Tingalao, Bo, Cosette, Omari, Sierra

 

RECENT ARRIVALS


Check the sections below for more information on these recent arrivals at the Minnesota Hooved Animal Rescue

Added April 27, 2008
Country Summer Breeze - Paint mare
Melody - Quarter Horse mare

Added March 31, 2008
Swamp Cat - pony cross gelding
Bayou - bay tobiano Pinto gelding

 

AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION


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Animals Available for Adoption | Animals in Rehab

Al AzzizAL AZZIZ
Al Azziz is a lovely grey colt foaled in February 2007. He is very sweet and will do well to be on Equine Junior during his growing years. For another look at Azziz, you can also click here.



Ali BayzarALI BAYZAR - Updated 04/16/2008
Ali Bayzar, foaled in 1995, is a 14.3 hand beautiful bay Straight Egyptian gelding. It appears he has been started and is currently in training to finish him under saddle. He is a very level headed gentleman and is not spooky in the least.

Update: Ali has been progressing very well in his training, so we're cranked things up a notch now that the weather is cooperating a little more regarding the concept of "spring". So, with all this nice weather, Ali has since graduated to having training sessions outdoors while under saddle. Until we get some photos of Ali outside, here's a photo of Ali working inside. If you'd like to learn more about Ali, please call Blue Horses Stables at 763-389-1142.

AlimahALIMAH
Alimah is a back filly foaled in May of 2006.







Bayou BAYOU - Updated 05/08/2008
Bayou is a bay tobiano (not "Blue") Pinto gelding that stands about 14.3 hands high. Foaled in 2001, Bayou is nicely built, is very easy on the eyes, and has a nice, level head when it comes to working and hanging out with humans. He's been broke to ride, but is undergoing a nice refresher course under the care of trainner Cory James just shake the rust off. Everyone at the Rescue sends their best regards and highest appreciation to Mr. James for his work with Bayou.

BintyBINTY
Also known as Eagles Evening Star, "Binty" is a beautiful 14 hand black Arab mare. Classic head, very nice and was foaled in 1994. Binty is broke and loves ring work, but does NOT like trail riding.




Biskit BISKIT
Biskit, foaled in 2002, is an adorable golden Palamino gelding. He is 14 hands and has a friendly personality. Biskit is rideable, however his level of training is still unclear. He seems to enjoy being under saddle; he turns well, stops well, but doesn't know how to (or just doesn't "want to") back up. He's really not the best horse for a beginner or young rider at this point, but 30-60 days of training for this absolutely beautiful horse will net a handy, reliable, and best of all, personable mount. Call Kim at 612-669-6540.

Boston Bugs BunnyBOSTON BUGS BUNNY - Updated 04/16/2008
Foaled in 1987, Boston Bugs Bunny is a 15.2 hand registered chestnut Quarter Horse mare. She is skilled under saddle in English and Western, with some exposure to dressage - very light to leg and rein. While very compliant, this mare has a lot of energy so perhaps an intermediate to experienced rider would be appropriate. And just think - you have quite an assortment of names to pick from - you can pick from "Boston" if you like the band, "Bugs" if you love Warner Bros. cartoons, or "Bunny" if you just like to confuse people with what sort of animal you have.

Update: We'd like to change our assessment of Bugs to "incredibly broke to ride" - this horse continues to impress us more and more. If you'd like to learn more about Bugs, she's currenly polishing her skills at Blue Horses Stables; please call 763-389-1142 for more information.

ByyaBYYA
Byya (Bye-yah), foaled in 2005, is a mare with a super-sweet disposition. She's halter broke, loads easily into trailers, and easy to handle.




Camille CAMILLE
Camille is a big buckskin mare currently in foster care. In addition to the photo to the right, here's a close-up of Camille as well as a photo of her under saddle while at the MHARF Winter Tack Sale. Camille is a rather dominant mare (aren't they all?) that would do best with an experienced horse person as she is a bit of a "tester" and will certainly test to see if you're paying attention.

"Can I get away with <insert naughty thing here> now? Rats."
"Okay, how about now? Darn it!"
"You still looking? Sheesh! Don't you ever get distracted?"
"Fine. I'll be good. Honest."

Catahoula CATAHOULA
Catahoula was foaled in 2002 and is a 14.2 hand chestnut leopard Appaloosa gelding that is broke to ride, has excellent ground manners, and plays well with others. As you can see in this photo (and in this one), he came to us very thin and emaciated. The great news is that Catahoula has been responding very well to therapy and is steadily gaining weight at a healthy rate. This has resulted in the excellent looking horse that you see in the image to the right. Catahoula does not want his mouth touched, but we are working on it. He has a really beautiful stance, really reaching trot, and a huge loving eye. Stands ground tied for saddling but can be nervous with a rider on his back. Would suggest at least an intermediate rider for this horse. Catahoula would benefit from 30 days training but that would be optional for a confident rider. He is a complete LOVE and you will fall for this boy immediately.

Update: The marvels of technology once again help the horses of the Rescue! Here's a YouTube video of Catahoula under saddle, showing off his walk, trot, and willingness to work with the rider. Have a look!

Update from his foster mom: Catahoula is now riding well. He still needs a knowledgeable rider as he needs reassurance, but has done trail rides as long as five miles in length. He's smart, he's willing, and he's very loving. He works well in a hackamore. Catahoula will require yearly dental exams/treatment as he had some dental issues when he was rescued. He loves to play with other horses but is not nasty -- he's a very cooperative herd-mate. He's a very easy keeper, and has been very healthy and accident-free. For more information, please call Kim at 612-669-6540.

Charlotte CHARLOTTE
Charlotte is a chestnut roan registered Appaloosa filly that was born May of 2007. She's a really sweet girl - very curious and alert. She was in rehab for a while to overcome her contracted tendons, but has been responding well to treatment and is slowly improving. As such, she's now ready to be adopted. She is already roaning out and will shed out colored.


Cody CODY - Updated 04/08/2008
Cody, foaled in 2005, is a sorrel gelding that is currently in foster care. Cody is beginning to come to terms with his shyness and is really starting to reach out to humans. It's great to see him become friendlier and more trusting every day. When he came to MHARF, he was pretty scraggly looking. Comparing that photo with the one at the right and this photo, you can see how much he's improved. Lately, Cody has been busy learning to drive - you know, pull a cart - as well as spending some time under saddle. He's been worked no less than three times and each time he gains more and more confidence. Please call Deb at 763-389-9185 if you'd like to learn more about him.

CoeCOE
Coe was foaled in 2006 and is a bay colt who is very adorable. He has a nice white blaze and two white socks on his rear legs. He is very mannerly and gentle and will soon be gelded. While he's currently available for adoption, he won't be able to leave the Rescue until after the gelding.



Con BrioCON BRIO - Updated 04/16/2008
Con Brio - or just "Brio" - was foaled in 2001 and is a Thoroughbred cross gelding that was recently donated to the Rescue. He's had exceptional care for the past five years and as such, is in excellent health. He's well trained with his ground manners, and has been started under saddle and is catching on quickly.. He's very athletic and would be well-suited for activities, such as Dressage. If you'd like to learn more about Brio, please call Blue Horse Stables at 763-389-1142.

ConnerCONNER
Conner is a very sweet chestnut pony cross gelding that stands about 52 inches (13 hands) high. He was foaled in approximately 2005 and is a larger sized pony. The photo shown here was before his recent visit with the farrier. If you'd like to meet Conner, please call Laurie at 763-238-6615.



Country Summer BreezeCOUNTRY SUMMER BREEZE - Updated 04/27/2008
County Summer Breeze ("Breezy") is a 15.2 hand registered Paint mare who was foaled in 2002. This mare loves attention and would rather spend time with her "person" than with her horse buddies. Breezy is green broke and loves to work. She can walk and trot and we are working on her canter. She clips, trailers, ties, stands to be groomed (her favorite part!), and stands well for the vet and farrier. She does not have "buddy" issues and is quite content to be with you and not worry about her pals. Breezy will need an intermediate rider to complete her training as she does try to test the rider on occasion, but gives up rather easily. She will be quiet enough for the trail but fancy enough for the show ring for any discipline. She needs a person who will pay attention to her daily and in return she will be committed to you for a lifetime. I have never met a horse that attaches to people quite like she does. Call Kerri at 763-286-5393 and we can make arrangements for you to come and visit her! She is one of those horses that is very special.

DamizeDAMIZE
Teenaged registered Arabian gelding, Egyptian type. Gorgeous horse.
Not broke but a really pretty mover.




Diesel DIESEL
Diesel, foaled in 2004, is a gelding that came to us with a really icky wound on his rear left leg (sorry about the technical description). He's since had surgery on the wound and has recovered nicely. Even with his wound, he was fine, well-mannered young fellow while he was resting in rehab.


Essix ESSIX
"Essix" (formerly known as "Six") was part of the Pine County 45 group, and was the sixth horse to be tested for Coggins (everything is fine), which is where she got her original name of "Six". Essix is a beautiful, bold, grey (flea-bitten), teenage Arabian mare that stands about 15 hands high and is broke to ride. We believe at one time she was on the racetrack as she has a tattoo on the inside of her upper lip. She's sound, is an easy keeper, has good feet with powerful hindquarters. She's also been ridden Western on a lunge line the last two months. Not recommended for a beginner or child yet - needs more training.

FinneganFINNEGAN
Finnegan (shown with Mulligan, the white mule) is a colt, foaled in 2005, that has a bit of growing to do - we're thinking he's going to be pretty big. In his photo of when he came to the Rescue, you can easily see that he was in need of some extra weight. Now that his weight is up and he's been gelded, he's now ready to be adopted out. While he loves to have his forehead rubbed, he's still a little wary of people. He's come a long way since his arrival last summer (2007), it's just that he's not quite convinced that he's in a safe place yet.

Flikka FLIKKA
Flikka is a yearling filly Quarter Horse foaled in 2006. She is able to be registered AQHA. Flikka is a sweet chestnut girl who is undersize and underweight for her age due to starvation, so she will need a home with lots of TLC to spare and lots of Equine Junior to help her grow into her full potential.


Flyn FLYN
Flyn, foaled in 2007, is an extremely friendly chestnut colt. He has a great personality, and looks forward to a home with lots of TLC and Equine Junior to help him grow up nice and strong.







GarnettGARNETT
Garnett, foaled in 2005, is a buckskin mare that has Doc Bar bloodlines. Can be registered AQHA.




GeorgeGEORGE
George, foaled in 2004, is a registered Arabian pinto gelding. He leads and ties very well and stands nicely for the farrier. He stands about 14 hands high so he's more of a large pony or a small horse. If you'd like to set up a time to meet George, please call Deb at 763-389-9185.

GidgetGIDGET
A healthy and friendly palomino mare, Gidget was foaled in 2004. She's done well with ground work and is halter broke, and we think that she's ready to start under saddle.


GoldieGOLDIE
Goldie is a chestnut pony mare with a flaxen mane and tail. While we believe she was foaled in 2003, we know for a fact that she's 45 inches (11.1 hands) tall. She's been thoroughly "vet-checked" (had all her shots and physical check up) and is now ready for adoption.
If you'd like to meet Goldie, please call Laurie at 763-238-6615.

GypsyGYPSY
Foaled in 2005, this grade Quarter horse filly is a real cutie with three white socks and a blaze. While it's an updated Gypsy's picture at the right, here's an older picture for your viewing pleasure. She's had a lot of ground work and handling and is ready for a slow start to her training. Being of smaller size, she might be a good 4-H horse training project pony.


HopeHOPE
Hope is Lola's daughter (see Lola, below) and shares her mother's great attitude. Hope was born in August 2004. She initially was handled quite a bit, and was very accustomed to a halter and being led. She was then moved to a different foster home where she wasn't handled for quite a while. She's forgotten how much she knows, but she has always been treated kindly and is very sensible, calm and curious, and isn't afraid of anything! She is being fostered in the south metro and will need some work with her new adoptive parent at the foster farm before she can be trailered and moved to her adoptive home. She's going to mature to be quite a beauty!

IanIAN
Ian, foaled in 2005, is a pinto pony who was in rehab until he reached a healthy weight. and had a nice hoof trimming. He's a good fellow and has a good build - he stands about 54 inches (13.2 hands) high. Very smart and eager.
If you'd like to meet Ian, please call Laurie at 763-238-6615.


Iquitos IQUITOS
Iquitos - also known as "Inky Toes" around the barn - is a OTTB gelding that stands about 16 hands high and was foaled in 2001. While he's an Argentine import, he's done well to adapt to the language and the culture. He has a screw in his left front fetlock which we originally thought would need to be removed. As it turns out, the screw is not causing him any discomfort and after a couple check-ups, it's been determined that removing the screw would cause more discomfort than if we left it alone.

June BugJUNE BUG - Updated 04/16/2008
June Bug - or just "Bug" - is a bay grade Mini that is about 33 inches high (8.1 hands). She's kind and sweet with large, bright eyes. She's well-behaved while in halter, she does need some training to become that "good horse". She's fine around children, provided there's an adult to supervise. Just from the way she's built, we think she'd look really spiffy in harness. In fact, that's exactly what we're training her to be - a spiffy driving horse.
If you'd like hear how well she's doing in harness, please call Blue Horse Stables at 763-389-1142.

Kara MiaKARAMIA
Karamia is a dark bay mare with a pleasant disposition, foaled in 1997. She's halter broke, is easy to load into trailers, and is a dream to handle.




KaramystKARAMYST
Karamyst, foaled in 2005, is a chestnut Egyptian Arab mare with a super-sweet disposition. She trailers well, is halter broke, and is all-in-all very easy to handle. While only a couple inches over 14 hands, she's still growing and with proper nutrition, she should be a gorgeous horse.



KelsoKELSO
Recently gelded, Kelso, foaled in 2005, is a black colt with a tiny white star and white anklets. Here's another photo of Kelso standing pretty. He came to us very thin, but good food and parasite control kicked his system into high gear to where he's a solid looking horse. He originally had some nerve damage to his face but that has since healed up nicely. so that he is now available for adoption. He initially had some trust issues with humans, but has since learned that cookies are for good ponies, and as such, he's ready to start under saddle. We think he's going to mature into a large pony/small horse size and could make an excellent pony hunter!

Liliana LILIANA
Liliana is a heavier boned weanling filly, who was foaled in 2007. We believe she might be a warmblood cross. Looking at her today we think she will definitely be a tall girl when she's done growing, with the proper nutrition. She's very lovely and personable.


Lola LOLA - Updated 05/08/2008
Lola, we believe foaled in approximately 1997, is a mare with a wonderful disposition. She is very sweet and even-tempered, and has been used for trail riding and for horse camping. She had an injury to her left rear hoof when she was seized by the Rescue, and she is still very wary of having that leg and hoof worked with. She is completely sound, however, and has no problems with lameness. She has been going through a "refresher" course to remind her of how much she knows, but she's a smart girl and really wants to please, so we think she'll be a great horse for some lucky owner.

Lydia LYDIA
Lydia is a yearling Appaloosa filly, foaled in 2007. She is a lovely chestnut and is starting to color up already. She's very sweet and loving.





MelodyMELODY - Updated 04/27/2008
Melody came to us originally in 2002, after a rather unfortunate incident with a porcupine. She was adopted out shortly after recovering from the "quill removal" process, but has since returned and is now up for adoption again. It's not because of Melody, that she's back - the prior owner donated her back to the Rescue to make sure she has a good home. Foaled in 2003, Melody is a grade sorrel Quarter Horse mare with about 30 days worth of training. She's on the short list to receive another 30-60 days of training, refining her skills under saddle. Please call Laurie at 763-238-6615 if you have any questions regarding Melody, or would like to set up a time to meet her.

Midnight SlayerMIDNIGHT SLAYER - Updated 04/16/2008
Midnight Slayer, foaled in 2000, is a green broke Arabian who was gelded two years ago. He understands Western direct reining and is a very beautiful boy. He's currently in training to fine-tune his skills, and is doing quite well. In fact, here's a photo of Midnight during a training session. Based on what he's learned thus far and what more he needs to learn, we feel that he would be best suited for a confident, intermediate rider. If you would like to set up a time to meet Mr. Slayer, you can call Blue Horse at 763-389-1142.

JulieteMR. SONNY'S JULIETE
Mr. Sonny's Juliete, or just Juliete to her friends, is a registered Quarter Horse mare who was foaled in 2004. She is 14.2 hands and her lines extend back to Impressive and Sonny Dee Bar. She is green broke and has been very receptive to training. Very friendly and athletic, she's always the first horse up to say "Hello" when someone comes to her paddock. Here's a second photo of Juliete in and another with her under saddle.


MulliganMULLIGAN
Mulligan is a solid while, good-sized mule gelding. While he's pink-skinned, he's not an albino as he has brown eyes. We estimate the he (based on the fact he's got all his baby teeth) was foaled sometime in 2005 or 2006. He's been dewormed, been checked out by a vet, and has had his feet trimmed. While he's not headshy, he's certainly "body shy" and has some trust issues to work through. Currently in foster care.


NefisaNEFISA
Foaled in 2006, Nefisa is a very sweet, bay Egyptian Arabian mare. She has a nice temperament, is halter broke, and has no problem with trailers. She's growing a silky coat of long hair in this weather, and are predicting that when she's older, she'll have one of those flowing manes and tails that all the other horses wish they had.



O'HenryO'HENRY
O'Henry was foaled in June 2007 and is a pony colt that has recently been weaned from him mama. Here's a photo of O'Henry before he was weaned. He has lot of white with a little chestnut coloration. Of course, being just a "wee lad" - he stands an impressive 37 inches (9.1 hands - he's full of energy and darn adorable as he races about. Click here for an "Oh, how adorable!" moment. If you'd like to be overwhelmed by his adorableness, please call Laurie at 763-238-6615 to set up a time to meet O'Henry.

PeekskillPEEKSKILL
Peekskill, foaled in 2000, is an off-the-track chestnut Thoroughbred gelding. He is a lovely boy, but recent radiograph tests determined that he has a bit of arthritis in his right front leg. While this will prevent him from being a jumper, a future in dressage is a possibility, as well as quiet trail rides. It's been determined that he's sound and is ready to start training. He is a tall, leggy boy with a great sense of humor and friendly personality. If that wasn't a nice enough description, we're happy to report that Peekskill has a lifetime winning purse of $400,000 (Seriously! That's no typo!). Not every horse comes with that sort of reputation!

Peekskill would like to offer a heartfelt "Thank You!" to the breeder - Dede Snowden - who donated money to help with his recovery. While Ms. Snowden was not involved with the actual donation Peekskill to the Rescue, she is very much concerned for his well-being and has been keeping tabs on his health and whereabouts all his life.

Update: Not only is Peekskill the current record holder of most monies won by a horse under the care of MHARF, he's also the only horse that now has a record with the law. The sheriff was visiting around the time chores were being performed and Peekskill was led past the van the sheriff had parked nearby. Not happy with the slowness by which he was being led to the food, Peekskill vented his frustration very soundly on the sheriff's fender. Thankfully, the sheriff is a man of good humor and won't be pressing official charges, but there's sure to be a stir back at the office when he has to explain that he was the victim of a "trot-by kicking".

QuincyQUINCY
Quincy, foaled in 2006, is an Arabian colt who came to us as a four month-old with a painful, crooked leg. (Here's photo of Quincy when he arrived at the Rescue.) Rather than provide medical treatment, his owner opted to dump him at an auction where we met the sad little fellow. Quincy was purchased at the auction by one of our foster care providers for a whopping $10. Simply trimming his feet and adjusting his diet (Here's a photo showing what good hoof care can do) started to help Quincy's conformation and as he's grown up (here's a photo of little Quincy), he's developed a little arthritis which good hoof care and shoeing have helped with. Surgery to clean up the knee joint capsule may still be in Quincy’s future, however, so sponsors are needed.

RavenRAVEN
Raven is a a medium-sized pony gelding - he stands 43 inches (10.3 hands) - who was foaled in 2005. While he can be a little cranky from time to time, he's learning that people are "okay" and is learning to behave like a good pony should. He's been dewormed, vet-checked, and trimmed. If you'd like to meet Raven, please call Laurie at 763-238-6615 to set up an appointment.

SageSAGE
Sage was foaled in 2006 and is an Appaloosa-cross filly who has recently been weaned from her mama. She's been spending her days romping around and being the typical baby horse.



Sahara KnightsSAHARA KNIGHTS - Updated 05/08/2008
Sahara Knights, foaled in 2004, is an Egyptian Polish Arabian filly. She is halter broke, ties well, and stands nicely for the farrier. She's also recently entered a rigorous training schedule under the care of trainer Cory James, and is doing quite well. Everyone at the Rescue sends their best regards and highest appreciation to Mr. James for his work with Sahara Knights. If you'd like to meet Ms. Knights face to forelock, please call Deb at 763-389-9185 to set up an appointment.

SavanahSAVANAH - Updated 05/08/2008
Savanah is a Paint mare that has been started under saddle. She is a lovely, solidly built girl, but would work best with an experienced rider due to some trust issues. We've really been working with her and her trust issues are fading, but horses can have a long memory.

Here's a photo of Savanah showing off her extended trot as well as being a photo showing her left side (which is quite different from her right).

Note: Savanah is currently out on a 30-day trial to see how she fits in with a potential new owner and a new Forever Home.

Scooter Pie SCOOTER PIE
Scooter Pie is one of the rare horses that has been donated to the Hooved Animal Rescue, rather than being a part of a humane case. He's a young colt (born February 22, 2006) and has been gelded and weaned. He has had all of his shots and has been fully dewormed. His current claim to fame is winning "runner up" in the local cutest foal contest. He needs an experienced horse person to train him as he has lots and lots of spirit and spunk. He loves people and all the attention you will give him. Super friendly, mindfull, and well taken care of.

Here's a nice side shot of Scooter standing nice with a halter. And we just *had* put up these two photos (photo-1 and photo-2) of Scooter up close and personal..

ShakeelSHAKEEL - Updated 04/06/2008
Shakeel is a sorrel Arabian colt born in 2007. He is a real cutie and is halter broke and stands nicely for all four of his feet to be lifted and cleaned.




Sheza Mystica SHEZA MYSTICAL
Sheza Mystical - also known as "Luna" - is a registered solid cremello Paint mare foaled in 2004. Both eyes are blue and will need eye protection and SPF 3,000 for life. (Put another way, she is affected by the ravages of the sun and will need to have proper protection in the summer months.) She's very friendly and is willing to please. She's ready to start, but if she had her way, she'd love to just stand and be groomed.

SierraSIERRA
Sierra, foaled in 2005, stands 15 hands and is a registered pinto. She is halter broke and is very sweet and friendly. She also stands very well for the farrier. To see other photos of Sierra, click to see a photo of when she first arrived here and here to see another photo of how well she looks now.


Sonbe Sugargal SONBE SUGARGAL
A very friendly pinto registered Shetland mare foaled in 1999. Halter-broke and easy to handle, Sonbe has been started under saddle. Without question, she could easily be registered pinto and recent events suggest that she has a place in the spotlight. Here's a photo of Sonbe taking the second-place ribbon in Halter class in the 2006 Pony & Colt show - a class, we would like to add, that had more than 20 competitors!

SpiceSPICE
Spice, foaled in 1999, is an Appaloosa mare, who is the proud mama of the bouncing little filly named Sage (pictured with her mama at right). Sage has since been weaned from Spice, and is now available for adoption. We've not yet assessed Spice's training level, but she's quite friendly and quiet.


Swamp Cat SWAMP CAT - Updated 04/27/2008
We honestly have no idea who would name a horse "Swamp Cat", but that's the name this gelding knows. He's a little light on training right now - he was foaled in 2006 - but he is halter broke and leads well enough to be considered "polite". We don't think he's going to get much taller than the 14 (or so) hands he is right now, which leads us to believe he's got a mix of pony in him. Once he gets some good food in him and sheds out his winter coat, we think he'll have a very nice liver-chestnut color to him.

Update: Swampie (What? We should call him "Cat"?) has been schooled in the proper manners befitting a horse and is starting work under saddle. If you would like find out how his training is going, please contact Blue Horse Stables at 763-389-1142.

Swan SWAN (PC#4)
Chestnut mare in her "teens", this mare was in terrible condition but has blossomed and is ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL. Nice, friendly mare, in foster care. Companion horse only.



Tahoe Sky TAHOE SKY - Updated 03/25/2008
Tahoe Sky is a chestnut grade gelding that was foaled in 2003. He stands about 14.2 hands, has excellent ground manners, and does well under saddle whether it's on a quiet trail, an outdoor arena, or in a busy barn. His only "quirk" is that he's a bit of a "James Dean" sort of horse in that he's a bit of a loner - he rejects the strict confines of the herd and thinks that "The Mare" is there just to get him down. Towards humans, however, he's super-sweet, calm, and comfortable. Cookies are always accepted.

Tandy's RuckusTANDY'S RUCKUS - Updated 04/16/2008
Tandy’s Ruckus, foaled in 2004, is a beautiful bay Thoroughbred mare full of vigor! She came to us with what looked like a "floating" slab fracture in her knee, but after an additional evaluation by the vet, it was determined that surgery would not be necessary. Further digital sonogram scans were made and the slab fracture was not shown to be "floating", so with proper non-invasive medical care, Ms. Ruckus will recover from this injury. While she will never be a "jumper", the veterinarian cannot see any reason why she couldn't live out the rest of her life as a pleasure/trail horse. There is still a long road to recovery, but with the right care, it will be an easy road. In addition, Ms. Ruckus thanks everyone who was kind enough to donate to her cause, as now the money can be put towards other horses in need of medical assistance.

Update: We've had a follow-up radiograph performed and it's revealed the delightful fact that the fracture is indeed healing. While Ms. Ruckus is still on the "injured list", she's been given the "OK" by the veterinarian to begin light training. If you would like to learn more about Ms. Ruckus, please contact Blue Horse Stables at 763-389-1142.

Three Card Monty THREE CARD MONTY
"Monty" is a gelded bay pony, foaled in 2005. He's a super-cute fellow that stands a solid 40 inches (10 hands) high. Very precocious - needs to play a lot and probably wouldn't do well around children right now. In fact, here's a photo of Monty playing around with Cody.

Monty is currently in foster care and his foster family had this photo of Monty when he was in his rebellious"fuzzy" phase. It certainly shows that even the fuzzy ones clean up well. If you'd like to meet Mr. Monty, please call Laurie at 763-238-6615.

Tia TIA
Foaled in 1990, Tia is a beautiful bay, purebred Arabian mare (Bask breeding); 15.1 hands, gentle, friendly and sensible mare.  Has had some round pen work and is ready to be started under saddle.



Vera VERA - Updated 03/03/2008
Vera, foaled in 2002, is a bay-and-white pinto mare standing 14.2 hands high. She's very friendly and attentive, but after spending some quality time with her, it's time she went into training to learn some "horse stuff". As such, she's been started with a consistent training schedule that we think will suit her personality.


Viva La DanceVIVA LA DANCE
Viva La Dance (formerly known as Flame) was foaled in 1997 and is an American Saddlebred gelding with a mane the color of fire. He is a 14.3 hand chestnut with a strip, his mane is long orangish/flaxen and he has two white coronets on the rear legs. He is well broke and has a super disposition.

WeeBay WEEBAY
WeeBay, foaled in 2007, is a cute and very friendly bay weanling. He is currently underweight, but with a little TLC and lots of yummy hay and Equine Junior, he should grow into a nice young man.



ZafirZAFIR
Born of Kahmar in the year 2008 (and if you want to get specific, February 21, 2008), this colt is a picture-perfect specimen true to his Arabian bloodlines. Already sporting a touch of grey around his eyes and muzzle (photo), it's our hunch that Zafir will be one gorgeous grey horse. With strong legs; ears so wonderfully hooked they'd catch your daily limit worth of fish; and bright, inquisitive eyes, this lovely boy will be available for adoption once he's been weaned from his mama. In the meantime, he's quite content to snooze in his warm stall amongst the hay and shavings and practice being cute wearing his blankey.

Horses in rehab
(Not yet available for adoption)

The horses presented in this section have either recently arrived and are waiting for an examination, or have a medical condition that prevents them from being immediately available for adoption. In the case of the latter, there are often excessive medical bills that need to be paid. Thanks to the generosity of sponsors, these horses can continue to receive care. Unfortunately, there are usually more horses than there are sponsors.

If you or your organization would like to sponsor one or more horses at the Hooved Animal Rescue, please review the information needed on this form and send an e-mail to info@mnhoovedanimalrescue.org or contact MHARF at (763) 856-3119.

We're always trying to think of new ways sponsorship can benefit the sponsors as well as the horses, so the sponsorship program is currently being re-vamped and tweaked. All sponsors will be sent letters and photos of "their horses" that they can show of to their friends and co-workers.

Horses Available for Adoption | Horses in Rehab
Animals Available for Adoption | Animals in Rehab

 

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Honey BearHONEYBEAR
Honeybear is a palomino mare that was foaled in 2002. Standing now at about 42 inches (10.2 hands), she was shown in halter as a weanling, then was put into a tie stall for the last four years, hence the icky front and back feet. She'll be In rehab until feet are done being trimmed and we find out if she's ridable. Her daddy's name was "Peanut Butter". With a lineage such as that (along with her name), you can probably guess that's she's pretty sweet. In fact, if you'd like to meet Honeybear in all her sweetness, please call Laurie at 763-238-6615.

RicoRICO
Rico is an Arabian gelding foaled in 1990. He's a bit on the thin side, so he's in rehab to put on some extra pounds. Super-friendly and broke to ride (experienced trail horse), Rico would benefit from sponsorship to help him with his weight issues.


Sorry, no photo available. PHOEBE
Phoebe is one of those unfortunate cases of being pregnant upon arrival to the Rescue. Foaled in 2004, she's chestnut Arabian mare with a lot of chrome, which is what probably got her in trouble with a smooth-talking stallion. The surprising twist to this situation that this "stallion" is a yearling palamino. That's right, against her better judgement, she fell for a younger man and he left her in this embarrasing state. So let this serve as a warning to everyone who think that the yearling stud that's out galavanting with all those mares because "there's nothing he can do" - guess again. Once Phoebe has foaled and the little one has been weaned, we'll set them both up for adoption.

Trixie TRIXIE
Trixie, foaled in approximately 1997, is a chestnut mare with a white blaze and high white socks on her hind legs. She is bred to a registered Quarter Horse chestnut dun stallion and given her current size we believe she will be foaling in the near future. She would love a sponsor to help with the costs of her nutrition and maintenance of her foaling stall.


Unbridled BobUNBRIDLED BOB
Unbridled Bob - or just "Bob" - is an off-track Thoroughbred gelding foaled in 2005. He's in rehab as his diet is adjusted to prevent him from growing too fast. Apart from that, he's a good looking boy with a nice attitude. Currently in foster care.



WyldfyreWYLDFYRE - Updated 05/08/2008
Wyldfyre, foaled in June of 1999, is an Arabian sorrel mare that stands about 14.2 hands. When she came to the Rescue, we immediately could tell that she was a very sweet girl - a very sweet *pregnant* girl. Well, her status has changed, and it's not the "sweetness". She's now a very sweet mommy, having given birth to a somewhat large, bouncing chestnut filly. Once the filly has been weaned from mommy, both horses will be put up for adoption.

 

Animals Available for Adoption


Horses Available for Adoption | Horses in Rehab
Animals Available for Adoption | Animals in Rehab

William, the Pot-Bellied Pig
William is a neutered adult male pot-bellied pig. He's very friendly and well-behaved.

Dutch Chocolate and White Bunny
Granted, bunnies don't have hooves, but since we've set the prescedence, we'll have a bunny or two available for adoption from time to time. In this case, we have a single chocolate and white female (wasn't that a movie?) Dutch bunny that is available for adoption. We think that she's pregnant, but has not yet popped out any bunnettes. She's very friendly and tame.

Fantail PigeonsFantail Pigeons!
The MHARF has a fair selection of these fluffy birds available for adoption. If you're looking for that certain bird to set your barnyard apart from all the others, perhaps a pigeon (or five?) will fit the bill!

 

Goats!
A collection (herd? group? clan?) of goats have come under the care of MHARF, all of which are available for adoption. There are pygmy and pygmy-crosses of all shapes and sizes, including a very cute Pygora (Pygmy/Angora cross).

There is also a pair of three year-old female Oberhasli goats, both of which have been de-horned as well as being full vaccinated. They are bi-colored - black and white - and are both tame, as well as being very friendly.

Sadie & Sonja the Donkeys
Sadie and Sonja are two matron donkeys (20+ years) that came to the rescue pregnant, had their foals (which have since been adopted) and are presently available for adoption as a bonded pair.
And to eliminate any level of confusion, Sadie and Sonja are done having babies. At their age, they don't need any more stress and excitement in their lives. This dignified pair are looking for the quiet home they've been denied for so long, and they deserve the very best. If you think you have that home, please call 763-856-3119 for more information on adopting these wonderful animals.

 

Animals in Rehab
(not yet available for adoption)

The animals presented in this section have either recently arrived and are waiting for an examination, or have a medical condition that prevents them from being immediately available for adoption. In the case of the latter, there are often excessive medical bills that need to be paid. Thanks to the generosity of sponsors, these animals can continue to receive care. Unfortunately, there are usually more animals than there are sponsors.

If you or your organization would like to sponsor one or more animals at the Hooved Animal Rescue, please review the information needed on this form and send an e-mail to info@mnhoovedanimalrescue.org or contact MHARF at (763) 856-3119.

Horses Available for Adoption | Horses in Rehab
Animals Available for Adoption | Animals in Rehab

 

 

 


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