Witnessing the birth and initial steps of a foal is a truly magical moment that encapsulates the beauty and wonder of life. Recently, followers of @bennettequestrian on social media were treated to an endearing spectacle of nature: a newborn foal making her first attempts to stand. Shared on January 8th, the video captured the tender scene of the foal, wobbly and uncertain, as she…
When a baby horse was discovered one morning unable to stand, his future seemed uncertain. Initially appearing healthy, a closer inspection revealed the gravity of his condition—he struggled to stand and suckle, vital for any newborn foal’s survival. Promptly, his caretakers called in a veterinarian, who administered essential nutrients and started the foal on bottle feeding. This…
When a sudden flash flood struck, trapping 31 horses on a tiny island, the situation quickly became dire. The rapidly rising waters threatened the lives of the stranded animals, leaving them with only minutes to spare before the situation turned fatal. The urgency of the moment was palpable in the opening scenes of a heart-stopping video,…
At the Misfit Zoo, a sanctuary for rescued animals, an unusual friendship blossomed between a mini donkey named Eeyore and a 33-year-old blind pony named Gidget. The duo was set up on what could be described as a “blind date,” arranged by their caretaker Ana after both animals recently lost their long-time companions to cancer. The connection was immediate…
Everyone loves a good dance challenge, and viral videos often capture our collective imagination, leading almost everyone to try their moves. The latest craze involves the “git up” challenge, inspired by the country/hip hop fusion hit “The Git Up” by Blanco Brown. This trend exploded on TikTok, gaining further momentum when Brown released a tutorial…
Jesse Drent is a dedicated horse trainer with a profound love for his horses, each of whom he cherishes deeply. He owns a variety of beautiful horses and is rarely seen without the company of his close friend Matt, who shares Jesse’s enthusiasm for equine care. Their shared passion forms a strong bond, not only between themselves but also with the…
In a heartwarming encounter captured on video, Pippin, a miniature stallion, experienced an unforgettable moment of connection with a herd of horses during an outing with his family. The setting was picturesque, with a backdrop of lush fields and distant mountains, providing a perfect stage for this charming interaction. As Pippin approached the fence, it took the…
It all began with a simple celebration at Ithilien Stables, where a thoroughbred gelding named JD, also affectionately known as “Southside,” became an internet sensation after his birthday party antics were captured on video. The stables, located just 40 minutes from New York City, hosted a festive gathering for JD’s fourth birthday, complete with a special “Birthneigh” cake provided…
In a touching tale of rescue and redemption, a young wild stallion named Surfer Dude found a new lease on life, thanks to the intervention of a compassionate observer named CJ. The story began in a remote area where CJ was observing wild horses. She noticed that Surfer Dude was being chased away by his father, a harsh act…
Stella the Pony, once suffering from severely neglected hooves, found a new lease on life thanks to the compassion of Julia Cesario. Residing with an elderly couple in Springwater, Ontario, who could no longer tend to her needs due to their advancing age, Stella’s hooves had grown so long that walking became a painful challenge. When Julia learned of Stella’s plight,…