Horse-ing Around This Holiday Season with Lila, Niko, Claire, & Coley
The following is from All About Equine Animal Rescue:
All About Equine Animal Rescue, Inc
Lila, Niko, Claire, & Coley
Adoptable Horses
New USRider Offer
Volunteer Corner, Volunteer Needs
AAE Used Tack Store + Holiday Hours
Other Ways to Help
AAE Friends, Supporters, & Service Providers
It’s that time at the end of the year when we reflect upon the horses (and other animals) you have helped over the past 12 months. We are filled with so much gratitude for your support, because this is what makes rescuing and caring for horses-in-need possible. Every horse represents the combined efforts of our community – volunteers, donors, and supporters who believe in the power of second chances.
As is tradition in December, each day this month, we share stories from the past year that are the direct result of you and your dedication to horses-in-need. Thank you for being such an incredible horse warrior and fighting for horses who need another chance. We hope you enjoy! Happy Holidays to all!
LILA, NIKO, CLAIRE, & COLEY
Lila and her colt, Niko, and Claire and her filly, Coley, came to AAE as part of the first 12 horses in the large seizure group introduced in yesterday’s email. When we initially met this herd, several of the horses were social and enjoyed touching and attention, but once we got everyone back to AAE, none were halterable. It was a bit daunting to realize we had 12, then 15, horses that seemed to know little, if anything, about haltering, leading, or anything but friendly scratches. Touching is important, but it’s also challenging when they’ve learned to avoid the things they dislike.
LILA
Lila is a beautiful ~10 year old Arabian mare. She’s incredibly sweet and affectionate, too. Lila was relatively easy to introduce haltering, leading, and hoof handling. Sadly, she has an old soft tissue injury to her hind leg (very thickened tendon), which will likely limit her riding future. That said, Lila runs with the herd, and she isn’t obviously lame.
Lila is easy to handle, she’s good with the farrier, and she’s good for vet care. She’s easy-going, laid back, and generally a really, really nice mare. So far, she’s been willing to try all we ask, and she’s a quick learner. She enjoys every bit of attention she gets. Due to the old injury and potential pregnancy, we’ve focused on advancing the other horses from this group.
Lila is current with hoof and dental care, vaccines, and deworming, and she has a microchip. Lila is available for adoption as a non-riding companion . Interested? Please submit an Adoption Inquiry.
NIKO
Niko is a yearling Arabian gelding. He is the cutest little man! He was a scrawny and sad little guy when we met him in March, and he was separated from his mom. He and his pal, Coley (below), were definitely impacted by the harsh winter and inadequate nutrition. No doubt mom did her best to feed him to keep him warm.
The scraggly little dude has turned in to a handsome prince. He’s friendly, sweet, and enjoys attention. He’s enjoyed pasture life and gets along with everyone in the herd. He’s good with haltering (best in a small space) with a slow/quiet approach. He’s approachable and will approach in a large pasture, but prefers to focus on his herdmates and playing with the other youngsters. He’s a curious and kind, most of the time. He is a typical mouthy guy that needs an occasional reminder to keep his teeth to himself!
Niko is current with hoof care, vaccines, and deworming, and he has a microchip. Niko is available for adoption to a young-horse experienced person, someone that will take time to develop a trusting relationship, and give his body and joints time to grow. He’s behind in his education after a very rough start. He would love to go home with his pal, Coley. Interested? Please submit an Adoption Inquiry.
CLAIRE
Claire is a ~5 year old Arabian mare, and she came in with her filly, Coley. These are two really pretty girls. When the group arrived at AAE, Claire was one of the most reactive and least trusting. We need to give credit where credit is due. Claire has a new title, Most Improved Mare! Claire was slower to trust and accept haltering, but her confidence is growing, and she’s making tremendous progress. She halters and leads well, she’s good with hoof handling, and she stands quietly for the farrier. She enjoys human interaction so much that now she comes from the pasture to greet you!
Claire is sensitive to new things, and she can be reactive with noises and quick movements, but as her confidence grows, the reactivity is diminishing. She’s curious and willing, and she does best when you take things slow. Though she greets you in the pasture, Claire can still be somewhat challenging to halter in large spaces. She’s been introduced to a saddle pad, surcingle, and a saddle, and she’s handled all fairly well.
Claire is current with hoof and dental care, vaccines, and deworming, and she has a microchip. She is available for adoption to an experienced person with patience and knowledge to grow her confidence and guide her along the way. She will make a nice partner for someone willing to give her the time she needs to continue developing. Interested? Please submit an Adoption Inquiry.
COLEY
Coley is a gorgeous little yearling Arabian filly. When we first met, Coley was as sweet and curious as could be, though everything was on her terms. She was thin and scraggly, too. Her coat was in poor condition and heavily matted, but look at her now! Quite the beautiful transformation. She’s looking good, and she is feeling good, too.
Coley is curious, and she is quite the little character. Her confidence is continuing to grow. She halters and leads well, and she’s good with the farrier. She enjoys herd life with some of the other youngsters, especially Niko.
Coley is current with hoof care, vaccines, and deworming, and she has a microchip. Coley is available for adoption to a young-horse experienced person, someone that will take time to develop a trusting relationship, and give her body and joints time to grow. She’s behind after a very rough start. She would love to go home with her pal, Niko. Interested? Please submit an Adoption Inquiry.
This holiday season, the horses we rescue have only one wish: a bright future. With your support, we can give them more than just shelter — we can give them hope. Join us in making their dreams come true by helping us provide the funding needed to care for and rehome these majestic creatures. Your generosity this December will help more horses find their second chance in 2025.
Your donations provide a safe, loving home for rescued horses. Your contribution will ensure that horses like Coley, Claire, Niko, and Lila find the peace and care they deserve, now and in the future. Any amount is very much appreciated, and it makes a big difference for the horses.
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