Even though decreased production of Premarin has reduced the number of mares on line, each year the industry continues to produce thousands of foals who are weaned and carted off to the slaughter auctions, often all in the same day. The fear of what comes next escalates as the small herds of 40 -50 foals wait in crowded holding pens, until they are run onto scales and sold by the pound. 

 

The lucky few rescued foals, frantic from the event must once again be loaded and moved off to a holding farm where they will then have their blood drawn for Coggins test. Wait for the lab results, and then endure the long and grueling trip across the boarder into the United States. When they arrive at our sanctuary, they are tremendously stressed, and exhausted.  With a little rest, lots of TLC, and the serenity of our sanctuary, in a short period of time they are ready for visitors! We start them on grain and gentle each foal while they are under our care. Teaching them to trust can be a daunting task, as to this point in time their human handling has not been the best.  Many reports and videos of the handling at the auctions are horrendous.

 

It is quite a site as you walk the isle of the stable.  All sizes, shapes, and colors.  Each little muzzle so full of its own personality.  While many potential adopters are busy picking the right color or confirmation, the foals too are busy often picking their new owners.  On many occasions adopters abandon their color desires for that adorable little foal that has chosen them!!

 

In 2002 we  rescued 80 foals!!  Most of which are now in their Happy Homes!  The remaining horses from that rescue are starting training at our new location.  Watch their progress as they are started during our monthly clinics!! 

Visit www.NaturalHorsemanshipCenter.net  for a detailed schedule.