Cupido

Cupido

by | Sep 29, 2022 | Equines, Success Stories

Ponyman sanctuary horse
Companion horse cupido
Companion horse cupido

My name is Cupido and I am a 24 year old Paso Fino. They named me Cupido because I’m very lovable. I am a sweet gentleman who was rescued from starvation. I have had a bout of founder (which means my feet our ouchy) and need special medication and special shoes to help me feel better. But I am a trooper and am very brave throughout it all. I would make a great companion horse. Thanks for helping me and caring about me. Love, Cupido

Breed: Paso Fino

Age: 24

Gender: Gelding

Size: 14.2h

Color: Bay 

Companion Horses

Equines that are not rideable, but are suitable to live happily with other horses are offered as companions. Horse Protection evaluates its horses extensively and provides them with natural horsemanship training to give them any basic groundwork skills that may be lacking so they are suitable companions. Each equine is an individual. We encourage you to learn more about our adoption process.

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Pixie

Pixie

by | Sep 28, 2022 | Adopt, Companion, Equines, Sponsor Needed

My name is Pixie and I am twenty five years old. I am a Quarter Horse/Mustang cross. My caregiver could not care for me anymore as she was elderly. But Horse Protection came to my aid. I am a very high-spirited gal (I don’t act my age 😊). I like doing neck stretches (especially where there are carrots involved) and I like hanging out with my friends Jackie and Trinity. Please cheer for both me and Horse Protection and route us on! Thank you for caring about me. Love, Pixie.

Breed: Mustang/QH

Age: 25

Gender: Mare

Size: 15h

Color: Red Bay

Arrival: 2022

To learn more about Pixie, contact our Adoption Coordinator. All of our potential adoptions begin with a conversation.

View our adoption application here:

Apply to Adopt

Companion Horses

Equines that are not rideable, but are suitable to live happily with other horses are offered as companions. Horse Protection evaluates its horses extensively and provides them with natural horsemanship training to give them any basic groundwork skills that may be lacking so they are suitable companions. Each equine is an individual. We encourage you to learn more about our adoption process.

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Bri

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Jackie

Jackie

by | Sep 28, 2022 | Equines, Success Stories

My name is Jackie, and I am a 30 year old Tennessee walking horse. My caregiver could not take care of me anymore as she was elderly and could not afford food for herself, let alone me. Everyone at the farm tells me that I am lovely. I make friends easily and my BFFs are Pixie and Trinity (although I think I am prettier than they are 😊).  I would make a great companion horse for people or for other horses.  Love, Jackie.

Breed: Tennessee Walking Horse

Age: 30

Gender: Mare

Size: 15.3h

Color: Palomino

Arrival: 2022

To learn more about Jackie, contact our Adoption Coordinator. All of our potential adoptions begin with a conversation.

View our adoption application here:

Apply to Adopt

Companion Horses

Equines that are not rideable, but are suitable to live happily with other horses are offered as companions. Horse Protection evaluates its horses extensively and provides them with natural horsemanship training to give them any basic groundwork skills that may be lacking so they are suitable companions. Each equine is an individual. We encourage you to learn more about our adoption process.

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Amber

Amber

by | Sep 28, 2022 | Equines, Success Stories

My name is Amber. I am a 26-year-old Appendix mare. My caregiver could not take care of me anymore and I arrived at Horse Protection very malnourished and over 300 pounds underweight. But I have regained all my weight and now I feel much better! I would make a great companion horse for someone. I enjoy being with other horses and being with humans. I also like it when humans give me fun stuff to eat, like cookies. They are my favorite! Love, Amber.

Breed: Appendix QH

Age: 26

Gender: Mare

Size: 14h

Color: Bay

Condition on Arrival: Starved

Arrival: 2022

To learn more about Amber, contact our Adoption Coordinator. All of our potential adoptions begin with a conversation.

View our adoption application here:

Apply to Adopt

Companion Horses

Equines that are not rideable, but are suitable to live happily with other horses are offered as companions. Horse Protection evaluates its horses extensively and provides them with natural horsemanship training to give them any basic groundwork skills that may be lacking so they are suitable companions. Each equine is an individual. We encourage you to learn more about our adoption process.

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Abbie

Abbie

by | Sep 28, 2022 | Success Stories
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  • My name is Abbie. I was rescued from starvation along with my sister Zania. Everyone tells me that I am a “total peach of a horse” because I am kind and forgiving. Even though humans were not kind to me and my sister, I still like them. I think maybe I can teach humans some things about forgiveness.  I would also make a great companion horse. Love, Abbie.

Breed: Paso Fino

Age: 14

Gender: Mare

Size: 14h

Color: Gray

Sanctuary Horses

Many of our horses will live here at Horse Protection for the remainder of their lifetime. Either age, infirmity, or some other issue renders these unadoptable but no less worthy of love and care. You can help these horses by essentially adopting them in place - as a sponsor. Learn more about the levels of sponsorship and meet the Sanctuary Horses needing sponsorship.

The Horses Thank You

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Anna

Anna

by | Sep 28, 2022 | Equines, Success Stories

New arrival. Nice looking and friendly. Came from a loving home.

Breed: Thoroughbred

Age: 

Gender: Mare

Size: 

Color: Bay

Arrival: 2022

 

To learn more about Anna, contact our Adoption Coordinator. All of our potential adoptions begin with a conversation.

View our adoption application here:

Apply to Adopt

Consider Sponsorship! Horses under evaluation are great candidates for limited time Sponsorship.

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Awaiting Training

Horse Protection evaluates its horses extensively and provides them with natural horsemanship training to give them the best chance to find a loving human partner. The horses in this category are undergoing that process. We try to understand each horse well before offering him or her for adoption.
Learn more about our adoption process.

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Arnold

Arnold

by | Sep 28, 2022 | Equines, Success Stories

Arnold is a BEAUTIFUL Thoroughbred. He is fourteen years old. He is 16 hands and has been trained under saddle and on the ground in natural horsemanship. He is smart, talented, friendly, and funny! He will make you laugh.😆 He and his mom, Ana, are seen in this video. Arnold is ponying his mom Ana who is 23. They are both in good health. They came to us as their caretaker passed away from cancer. We are looking for a VERY SPECIAL person to adopt Arnold and would love someone to consider fostering his mom Ana too!!! Did you know that fostering may allow you to be eligible for a tax deduction? Talk with your financial advisor to find out more… In the meanwhile, if you are a VERY SPECIAL person who is loving and kind, please reach out about Arnold and Ana by emailing christine@hpaf.org or by messaging us on messenger. They are so deserving of a loving home. ❤️🐴❤️🐴

Breed: Thoroughbred

Age: 15

Gender: Gelding

Size: 16H

Color: Black

Arrival: 2022

 

To learn more about Arnold, contact our Adoption Coordinator. All of our potential adoptions begin with a conversation.

View our adoption application here:

Apply to Adopt

Consider Sponsorship! Horses under evaluation are great candidates for limited time Sponsorship.

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Greg

Greg

by | Sep 28, 2022 | Equines, Success Stories

New arrival. Nice-looking and friendly. Came from a loving home.

Breed: Thoroughbred

Age: 

Gender: Gelding

Size: 

Color: Bay

Arrival: 2022

 

To learn more about Greg, contact our Adoption Coordinator. All of our potential adoptions begin with a conversation.

View our adoption application here:

Apply to Adopt

Consider Sponsorship! Horses under evaluation are great candidates for limited time Sponsorship.

Learn About Sponsorship

Awaiting Training

Horse Protection evaluates its horses extensively and provides them with natural horsemanship training to give them the best chance to find a loving human partner. The horses in this category are undergoing that process. We try to understand each horse well before offering him or her for adoption.
Learn more about our adoption process.

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Mr. Colby Vine

Mr. Colby Vine

by | Aug 3, 2022 | Directors

Mr. Colby Vine is the Director of Aviation for the New York Yankees and leads in the hiring, training, and mentoring of personnel within his division. Mr. Vine is the proud author of the General Operations Manual and Safety Management Manual which assists in the safe transportation of all of the New York Yankee executives.

Mr. Vine serves as a Designated Pilot Examiner wherein he is responsible for evaluating and approving pilot and flight instructions for the Federal Aviation Administration through practical examination. Additionally, he serves as a Certified Flight Instructor. He received his Master of Science in Aeronautics from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University where he graduated with honors.

A lifelong equestrian, Mr. Vine began coaching riders at age 18 for the USEF and continued to train horses from weanling to the show ring.

He is married to his childhood friend Katharine Fowler. They reside on their horse farm located in Ocala Florida. Colby and Katharine are the proud parents of three horses: Domino-a 27-year-old North American Oldenburg, Spencer- a 17-year-old Thoroughbred and Trinket- a 15-year-old Welch-Thoroughbred pony. In the picture attached, Colby is shown with his beloved horse, Spencer.

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Dr. Marilyn Sokolof

Dr. Marilyn Sokolof

by | Aug 3, 2022 | Directors

Dr. Sokolof, PhD., is a Licensed Psychologist and Certified Equine Specialist in Mental Health and Learning.

Dr. Sokolof is Clinical Director of HorseMPower, Inc., an Equine Facilitated Psychotherapy (EFP) program and Director of Unbridled Therapy, an educational venue for those interested in learning about the field. Dr. Sokolof developed and ran the EFP program at Mending Fences in Ocala, Florida, a residential treatment center. She is past president of the Equine Facilitated Mental Health Association, a PATH int’l section and has been co-faculty for the PATH ESMHL workshop and certification.

Currently she is a member of the Executive Committee of the global organization Horses in Education and Therapy and serves as Treasurer. She has authored articles and book chapters and presented at national and international professional psychology and equine conferences.

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