|  Full moon at Ruby Ranch Horse Rescue To view horses for adoption, go to "Our Horses" and click on the name of a horse. Visits to Ruby Ranch Horse Rescue are by appointment only. To support horses who are abused, neglected, abandoned or at risk of going to slaughter, please send your tax deductible contribution to: Ruby Ranch Horse Rescue 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Organization 36785 Ramah Rd. E. Ramah, CO 80832
Or go to www.paypal.com and use our email address, pr@rrhr.net, to make your donation.
Wish List: Hay!
Bags of alfalfa or hay cubes or pellets, senior feed, beet pulp pellets
Foster homes
Corral panels (used is fine)
Pasture hay feeders (used water tanks work well)
Tack and horse supplies for our used tack sale fund-raiser are always welcome!
And don't forget your tax-deductible donation that helps us purchase the above!
Join us on Saturday mornings (by appointment, please call first: 719-541-3642) for volunteer time. Come and help with our horses.
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Meet Jonesy!
Our new boy, Jonesy, is an 8YO Thoroughbred who apparently was trained to race, but never did. He is a sweet horse, easy to handle with good ground manners, but has some issues under saddle. He was used as a "hunt" horse but really doesn't like to jump. He's a big mover, about 15.3H and fun to watch. Jonesy will hang out and just be a horse for several months at our friend Christine's place. We will then re-start him from the ground up to fill in all the holes in his training. Watch for more information on his page soon.
 Jonesy
Meet Mosa - Again!
This beautiful dun 5YO mare is back with Ruby Ranch - a testament to the lifelong commitment to each horse rescued. She was well cared for by her human who has realized she is not in a position to train this youngster. Instead, she is adopting one of the RRHR companion horses who spent the winter at her place. Shonie will now be a permanent resident there. Mosa will go into saddle training this spring - she has already had ground training and roundpen work, worn a saddle, etc. Watch for her page soon.
 Mosa at 3 years old
Raina and Polly are Back!
These two girls spent the winter with Marilyn near Franktown. We welcome them back to Ruby Ranch and hope they will find good homes this year. Thank you Marilyn for taking such good care of them! See their pages for more information.
Polly and Raina
Colorado Springs Horseman's Day...
Thanks to Colorado Equine Veterinarian Services (CEVS) for sponsoring the Horseman's Day! Ruby Ranch shared booth space with Deseos Arabians and Infinity Farms who train some of our horses. We talked a LOT and shared stories and pictures with a wonderful group of people who stopped by. And, by the way, they stuffed our donation box with all sorts of bills and checks! Our board member, Lori Torrini, won the CEVS door prize - a gift certificate for veterinary services. She so generously donated it to Ruby Ranch. We'll use it for poor Zander when he has that nasty tooth extracted.  Ellie May finds a new foster home!
Ellie is abeautiful 9YO red roan mare who has been with Ruby Ranch since 2006. She was rescued along with her 6 month old foal, Brody, and his sire, Frodo. Ellie was in a foster home for over two years keeping an older mare company and having the run of 57 acres. She came back to Ruby Ranch last fall and has been looking for her new situation. Ellie has a twisted right knee due to neglectful hoof care as a youngster and is suitable as a very nice companion. Her new family, Bill and Megan, are showing her lots of love and presented her with a very handsome mustang named Sem. Ellie is in heaven. She loves the geldings! We all think this is her perfect situation.
Colorado Springs Horseman's Day...
Come join us on Saturday, March 24, for the Colorado Springs Horseman's
Day at Falcon High School. Ruby Ranch Horse Rescue will share a booth
with Deseos Arabians and Infinity Farms, both of the trainers working
with RRHR to improve adopt-ability of our horses. Follow the link to get
information about the exhibitors, the performance and veterinarian
round tables. Lots more!
http://coloradoequinevet.com/?p=84
Yoder Horses!
The three older stallions from the Yoder neglect case have been gelded. Thank you Dr. Britt Stubblefield of Rocky Top Veterinary Service for going above and beyond to get these three unhandled, untrained boys castrated. Also thank you to Ed Ruroede, the farrier who put up with drunk horses in order to get their over-long hooves trimmed; our volunteer, Michelle Eberhart for being the helper that she is; Jon and Cameron from Triple Acres Horse Rescue for taking home one of the newly castrated boys; and to Lori Torrini and Jim Barrentine of Deseos Arabians for lending their expertise. Below are pictures of the pens that these stallions lived in for over 2 years.
 
One Horse At A Time! Thank You!
One Horse At A Time is a 501(c)(3) Non-Profit organization that offers financial support for emergency hay and feed and vet care. One of the assistance program's they can be most proud of is their gelding grant program. OHAAT believes that one of the leading problems facing the equine population is over-breeding and Ruby Ranch agrees. OHAAT provides funds upfront to help pay for castrations. Their quick response to our need with the Yoder stallions has helped us pay for them to be gelded. Go to the OHAAT website at www.onehorseatatime.org to see who they are and the wonderful programs for assisting horses in need. Thank you very much for assisting our horses in need.
St. Paws Thrift Store...
Once again, St. Paws Thrift Store has stepped up with their no-nonsense philosophy about animal welfare. Ruby Ranch is incurring a hefty bill with this latest Yoder rescue case. St. Paws recognized the need and immediately donated to help with vet bills, farrier, floats, vaccinations and other needs as they arise. Help support animal welfare in the Colorado Springs area by shopping at or donating your usable items to St. Paws Thrift Store, 3275 E. Platte, Colorado Springs, 719-597-3647. Thank you St. Paws!
Horses added to "Other Horses" page Please see the "Other Horses" page for horses added in February. Use the contact information on each listing to get details about each horse.
Here's Obi!
Oberon (aka Obi) is another horse from the 24-horse neglect case in Yoder. Obi is a 3YO gelding and looks nicely put together. He's a tall boy at almost 15H. He is thin under all that winter coat but he's friendly and wants to do the right thing - he just hasn't had any training yet.  
Obi Obi with pal Zander behind
A BIG Thanks to Blue Rose Ranch!
Regarding the 24-horse neglect situation in Yoder: Ruby Ranch is fortunate to have gained the collaboration of yet another rescue - Blue Rose Ranch Horse Rescue in Springfield, CO. Triple Acres Horse Rescue (who already picked up five of these horses) is picking up two additional ones and transporting to Blue Rose Ranch. That will make a total of 13 horses who found safety through four horse rescues including Dreamcatchers Equine Rescue and Ruby Ranch.
Frodo will be missed.
Frodo was Pam's special guy. He was euthanized following a severe colic episode. Ruby Ranch rescued Frodo and Ellie seven years ago (both 2 years old at the time) with their 6-month old son, Brody. Ellie was in foal and produced Solo later that year. Thank you Pam for giving Frodo a wonderful home. We know the special connection you had with him and know that he will be missed.
 Frodo and Pam
May she rest in peace...
Miss Shadow was laid to rest on February 9. She could not overcome the neglect during her twilight years. It's obvious from her big floaty trot and fancy canter that she was someone's princess at one time. For the past 10 weeks, she was our princess.
 
Shadow's saddlebred face. Flirting with Stoney.
Meet Zander
Zander is a yearling studcolt we brought to Ruby Ranch on January 31 after a stop at the vet's office. He is one of a herd of 24 that we are helping the owners with to reduce to a more manageable herd. Zander is the most at-risk with severely low weight and an infection in his mouth. Thanks to the quick work of Dr. Brown at Colorado Equine Veterinary Services, Zander's infection should be under control within a few days. Dreamcatcher's Equine Rescue and Triple Acres Horse Rescue are helping Ruby Ranch by taking several of the 12 horses we initially need to find homes for.
Lieutenant is back.
This beautiful 12 year old appendix paint was adopted almost three years ago by someone who decided to jump him. He now has injured suspensory ligaments on the hind legs. We have a ways to go to rehabilitate him and will do our best to get him in shape as a good trail mount. This unfortunate turn of events for Lieutenant will help RRHR define more specifically who we adopt to and under what conditions.
Lieutenant's page with additional pictures will be added soon.
 Lieutenant
ASPCA and Grant Money!
We are delighted to report that RRHR has been awarded a $4000 hay/feed support grant from the ASPCA. Their website at www.ASPCA.org
chronicles all of the good works they do to prevent cruelty to animals
as well as to support those who have been abused and neglected. We
offer up a huge round of applause to the ASPCA for recognizing the good
work done through Ruby Ranch Horse Rescue and for continuing to make a
difference in the lives of animals!
Miss Fancy found a home!
Our resident mini, Fancy, found a wonderful new home with her human, Macy, and new horse companion, 7YO Strawberry. They all reside beneath Red Rocks in Morrison.
 Fancy
Sabre needs a home, too! Another nice horse listed on the Other Horses page.
 Sabre
Babe needs a home... ADOPTED!
This girl is a nice registered QH. Check her out on the Other Horses page.
 Babe Thank You! Dover Saddlery!
The new Dover Saddlery in Parker, CO, put up a giving tree at Christmas time and Ruby Ranch Horse Rescue scored! We received donations of deworming paste, horse treats, break-away halters, a mounting block and other items useful and handy for our horses and needed by the rescue. Thank you to the shoppers who donated so generously and to Dover Saddlery for including Ruby Ranch! You can shop at Dover Saddlery at www.doversaddlery.comor go to their store at 11120 S. Twenty Mile Rd., Parker, CO (303-805-8881). (Thank you Santa Rosie - anon-a-mouse!)
Full Moon Over Ruby Ranch
Coyotes were howling!
Happy New Year!!
"The New Year lies before you like a spotless tract of snow. Be careful how you tread on it for every mark will show..." This New Year saying is straight from the hearts of horses, addressing inhumane treatment including horse slaughter, the BLM round-ups of mustangs, and all those humans who neglect and abuse. Be kind, be gentle and take care...
St. Paws Thrift Store - big celebration!
St. Paws Thrift Store will be donating $20,000 to over 30 rescues on Saturday, Dec. 31, at noon. Ruby Ranch Horse Rescue is included - a timely donation since Miss Shadow is scheduled for sinus surgery on Wed., Jan. 4. St. Paws is located at 3275 E. Platte (west of Academy), Colorado Springs. Come join the celebration!
Lucky Bailey!
Yes, our little Bailey has been adopted. Thank you Rodney and Tonya of Cripple Creek for giving him such a good home!
 Bailey the Appy
Sweet Story!
I (Pat Miller, Founding Director of RRHR) was stopped in the market today by Dixie Lee, a very kind and surprisingly young looking 80 year old woman who wanted to thank me for working with a horse rescue. She saw "Ruby Ranch Horse Rescue" printed on the back of my jacket. Dixie told me about her two elderly horses that are a part of her family and I mentioned Shadow who was at the vet's office once again for her sinus infection. Dixie picked up a box of rice that was in my basket, using it to write a check which she handed to me as an offering for the horses at the rescue. After three hours at the vet's office and another three running errands, I relaxed and smiled at my good fortune in meeting someone like Dixie Lee.
More Horses Need Homes!
See the "Other Horses" page for December listings. There are some nice horses free to good homes!
Shadow - Update
Shadow has been at Colorado Equine Veterinary Services for most of the week. See the update on her page under Our Horses.
Rico - Adopted Several Years Ago!
Rico was adopted by a family for their daughter, Marie, who has been the sole trainer and rider for this young horse. Marie and Rico won Grand Champion English Performance (Level II) and Grand Champion Western Horsemanship (Level II) at the 2011 Boulder County Fair. Marie was the fair queen as well. We can't be more pleased at her accomplishments with Rico and especially that he has such a fine home. Congratulations Marie and Rico!
 
Patch - Another New Addition!
Patch has returned! He was adopted several years ago to an excellent home. Due to financial issues and the pending forced sale of his home, Patch is with us again. Patch is in very good condition, must be about 12 years old, trained under saddle, stands for the farrier and is easy to get along with. We will post more information after an assessment of his skills.
Patch - taken several years ago.
Shadow! She's Finally here! She looks more Saddlebred than Arabian - maybe she's a cross. She dove right into the mush like she hasn't eaten in a long time. More pictures and updates coming soon!
RRHR is hoping to get this 18YO Arabian mare by the weekend. She was advertised as a "free" horse, well-trained, and was actually under saddle and ridden by the owner.
Shadow
Two more horses needing help!
Blue (registered breeding stock mare) and Red (Missouri Fox-Trotter) need new homes due to financial difficulties. See details on "Other Horses" page.
Mare and foal need help!
Update: Cheyenne can't eat because she needs a float! She is being fed a mush several times a day and is becoming one happy girl looking forward to her next meal!
Cheyenne and her 4 month old foal, Treasure, were picked up by a friend of Ruby Ranch Horse Rescue, Michelle. We are accepting donations earmarked for these two - tax deduction forms are available. We are also looking for that excellent home who would like to adopt them and bring Cheyenne back to health. Cheyenne is a 21YO saddle trained 4H horse. She is sweet and friendly. Thank you, Michelle, for giving these two safe haven until they find a new home!
Two Horses on "Other Horses" Ferango and Frosty need new homes. Check out the Other Horses page!
Tuesie's New Home!
 
The welcome home sign. Tuesie's new herd mates.
 
Tuesie making friends. Chuck and Valerie showing their gratitude!
Girl Scout Brownies!
We had a fun morning earning your "try it" badge learning how to groom horses and what the grooming tools are used for, how to muck stalls, how to stay safe around horses, what safety equipment is necessary while riding, what the veterinarian does, and how to take care of horses. Thanks for your help and thanks for your enthusiasm! p.s. - The horses love the bags of feed you brought!
Thank you Volunteers!
Ruby Ranch Horse Rescue had wonderful volunteer support at the used tack sale. We made $2226 plus another $1000 for the sale of the donated stock trailer. Thank you to our volunteers and to Susie who coordinated everyone's efforts. Thank you to the buyers, many of whom donated over and above the cost of the items they were purchasing. Thank you to the donors for supplying us with their no longer needed tack and supplies. We gladly accept your horse related items throughout the year!
Benefit Used Tack Sale, Saturday, October 15!!!
9:00-3:00 at Falcon Feed located west of Big R off US Hwy 24. Lots of stuff including Western and English saddles and tack, riding boots, medicine boots, winter blankets, sheets and fly masks, supplements, leg wraps and protective boots, hay racks and lots more. Also a 20 ft. stock trailer with hay rack on top - needs paint, some rust, good floor and tires, very serviceable.
Three New Additions!
RRHR has been working with Chris from Florissant who needed a new home for his horses, who have been well care for since he rescued them in 2003. Chris was laid off and before his horses suffered he wanted to guarantee that they all were safe. They are Rosie, a 14YO QH mare, Dakota who is Rosie's 10 year old son (QH/paintX), and Baby who is very grown up at 9 years old and is an appaloosa gelding. They are friendly and curious and all have been saddle-trained. We will post pictures and more information as we do our assessments.
Microchipping...
A huge THANK YOU to Marilyn Stoen for her generous donation to get Ruby Ranch Horse Rescue going with a universal microchip scanner and the microchips to provide the rescued horses with permanent identification. Along with vet checks, up-to-date float, farrier, deworming and vaccinations, all of our adopted horses will now be microchipped!
Up in Smoke!
That's the name of the emergency exercise conducted by the Colorado Springs Police Department's CART program (Community Animal Response Team) on Saturday, October 1. Officer Lori Torrini (also an RRHR board member) heads up the CART program which is responsible for animal evacuation during an emergency. Ruby Ranch Horse Rescue participated along with Dodger and Stoney and other "evacuated" volunteer horses. Below is a picture of Stoney being vet-checked by Dr. Chuck Woodall of Aspen Ridge Equine Hospital and then scanned to detect a microchip. Other pictures include setting up portable corrals, intake of "evacuated" minis and microchipping an "unidentified" horse. Participants included Steve Norris of T-Cross Ranch, Norris-Penrose Events Center, Academy Riding Stables and the dedicated volunteers for the CART program. Ruby Ranch Horse Rescue has an MOU (Memorandum of Understanding) with the CSPD to assist should a real-time emergency occur.
 
 
Benefit Tack Sale Oct. 15! RRHR is having a used tack sale to include English and Western saddles, pads, bridles, halters, lead ropes, hay feeders, winter and summer blankets and sheets, medicine boots, bell boots, protective boots and leg wraps, riding boots and apparel, and lots of miscellaneous barn and equine supplies. We also have a donated horse trailer to sell (details coming soon). This sale will occur from 9:00 to 3:00 on Oct. 15 (Saturday) at Falcon Feed, just west and slightly behind Big R off Hwy 24. Please come join us and shop til you drop! If you would like to make a tax deductible donation of usable equine tack and barn supplies please call us at 719-541-3642 or email at pr@rrhr.net. Anonymous Donation!
Once again Ruby Ranch Horse Rescue has received an anonymous donation through Network for Good Giving System via Capital One Rewards. The donation was marked, "For the little Shay." This sizable donation is so very welcome and appreciated. Little Shay is thriving. She continues to eat well, frolic with a buck or two, and enjoy the companionship of Grandpa Chief and now the new mini named Fancy. Thank you to our anonymous donor for covering Shay's expenses.
And One More Addition Fancy is a miniature mare, pinto, sweet as can be. See her page under "Our Horses."
New Additions to RRHR
The new additions to Ruby Ranch Horse Rescue are Geisha, Tuesie (aka Gracie), Shay, and Chief. Go to the "Our Horses" page to see their respective pages for pictures and more information. Also coming September 23 is Fancy, a 20YO mini paint mare, a sweet and easy-to-care-for companion. She was adopted to a family several years ago and they are forced to downsize for financial reasons.
CART Program Training
Officer Lori Torrini of the Colorado Springs Police Dept. (and one of RRHR's board members!) conducted an initial training session for the equine team of the Community Animal Response Team. These volunteers will evacuate horses in a time of emergency, such as fire, flood, chemical spill, etc. We had 11 enthusiastic volunteers at Ruby Ranch who participated in horse identification, halter and leading techniques, trailer loading, bandaging, microchip scanning and other equine topics to name a few of the activities. If you are interested in becoming a volunteer for this program, contact Lori at 719-444-7276.
Congratulations!
We delivered two horses to their new homes. Congratulations to Lindy who adopted Joe and to Tanya who adopted Josie. Joe and Josie are happily settling into their new digs and we are thankful to Lindy and Tanya for being such excellent horse people!
Help for Weanlings and Yearlings
There are four paint weanlings and two blue roan yearlings that need help getting released from a slaughter-bound situation. See more information on the Other Horses page.
Thank You's!
A huge THANK YOU to Anna Blake (Anna Blake Training) for donating proceeds from her recent "Riding to Music" clinic to Ruby Ranch Horse Rescue. And to Lori Torrini/Jim Barrentine (Deseos Arabians) for hosting the RRHR tack sale following the clinic. AND to Lori Cavanaugh (photographer) for volunteering her time and photographic skills. It was a great success!
Update for Shay Go to Shay's page for delightful new pictures of Shay regaining her health!
American Cream Draft Gracie or Tuesie as she was named by her first owner is an American Cream Draft who was adopted from Ruby Ranch 3 years ago. We recently reclaimed Tuesie due to low weight. She was visited by Dr. Beyer of Colorado Equine Veterinary Services and given a "3-1/2" on the body condition scale, saying she needs to gain about 200 lbs. Pictures and more information are on her page under "Our Horses."
Update on Shay Shay was visited by Dr. Beyer of Colorado Equine Veterinary Services. He gave her a body condition score of "1", pushing to 1-1/2" as she is gaining a belly. All looks good and sounds good for progression toward weight gain and a return to health in the next months. She has sand in her gut that will be remedied with daily psyllium. He aged her at 2-1/2 to 3 years old. 1st Annual Hogs for Horses Poker Run!
We thank Sharon Panning, RRHR volunteer, adopter and supporter, for organizing the 1st Annual Hogs for Horses Poker Run to benefit Ruby Ranch. Sharon enlisted the help of Bob Miller who conducts the International Serenity Run, a yearly gathering of over 500 clean and sober motorcyclists to celebrate their sobriety. We all enjoyed a mild summer day under the trees at Ruby Ranch and look forward to the 2nd Annual Hogs for Horses poker run.
New Addition to RRHR: Caution Graphic Pictures!
Ruby Ranch Horse Rescue picked up an emaciated 3 year old filly today, August 18. We learned about her from Longhopes Donkey Shelter who picked up an equally emaciated burro from the same address yesterday. We've named the filly Shay and she has her own page under "Our Horses." If your sensibilities are tender, do not open the page. Shay is a "1" on the Hennecke scale - the severest level of starvation.
We have a PayPal Account!
Folks have asked for a quick way to donate to Ruby Ranch Horse Rescue. RRHR has a paypal account. Go to www.paypal.com and use our email address, pr@rrhr.net, to transfer your donation directly into the RRHR account. Your donations help us to help the horses in need. THANK YOU!
More Horses added to Other Horses Page Bubba, Mr. P and Pony are looking for new homes. Bubba is a trail trained big boy; Mr. P and Pony are minis, trained to pull a cart.
Geisha and Chief coming to RRHR
These two horses arrived at Ruby Ranch Horse Rescue on Aug. 17. Geisha is a 16YO registered 1/2 Arab and Chief is 20+ part draft, both trained under saddle. 
Eight Horses Needing Homes added to "Other Horses" PageThese eight remain from a larger group of 20 - mostly TB's - who still need a home. They all have up-dated coggins, several older and trained under saddle but need tune-ups. Check it out!
Rocky the Pony Rocky was adopted to a new home in June. We received these pictures as an update as to how he is doing. Thank you Rich and Roxanne for giving Rocky such a good home!
RRHR Josie - 3rd time under saddle! Josie has been in training with Lori Torrini at Deseos Arabians. Here is a lovely video of her - first time trotting under saddle! See more information about Josie on her page under "Our Horses." Thank You Calhan Ranchhands 4-H!!
Ruby Ranch Horse Rescue was visited by the Calhan Ranchhands 4-H Club who did all of our mucking and groomed and loved on our horses. These kids (and their parents) are hard-working and so appreciative of what RRHR does for the horses in need. In feels good to be validated in the work we do. Hugs and thank you's for giving us a break and giving our horses much needed attention.
 
Cassie and Riddler get some training!
Lori Torrini and Jim Barrentine of Deseos Arabians put on a workshop called "Starting the Untrained Horse" as a fund-raiser for Ruby Ranch Horse Rescue. Friends of RRHR, John and Sharon Aaland, paid for Cassie and Riddler (two of our rescued horses) to attend and they did a super job in handling them for both days. We all learned through the excellent direction of Lori, and "guest" comments from Anna Blake of Anna Blake Training.
A huge THANK YOU is in order!
Finally, Buster is saved!
After years of complaints and calls to the El Paso County Sheriff's Office about the thin, lame, lonely horse on Elbert Rd, Buster is safe in a new home. We were all told that Buster was vet checked and that he was thin and lame because he was an older horse. We all know that's a load of bunk - well-cared for senior horses are rarely skinny and lame. His savior, Val, has done an excellent job bringing him back to health. How she finally gained possession of him is a long story, but one with a happy ending. Buster is now the beautiful boy he deserves to be, out of pain, with good hoof care, lots of human love and eating well. Thank you to all the people who stopped by and provided senior feed and hay for Buster all these years. It's what kept him alive. We especially thank Val, and so does Buster!
 Buster, several months later!
Animal Assistance Foundation
The Animal Assistance Foundation has approved a $4000 training grant to Ruby Ranch Horse Rescue. We are immensely grateful to receive this funding. It will serve our horses well to find the best homes in the future.
Thank you Animal Assistance Foundation (www.aaf-fd.org)!
New Pics for Josie! RRHR's registered QH, Josie, has some new pics posted on her page under "Our Horses." She's a lovely, easy to get along with girl just waiting for her new home!
 Josie Brody going in for training! Brody is a big, good-looking, 6YO red roan pinto gelding, going in for additional training with Lori Torrini at Deseos Arabians. He is green under saddle, but talented and smart. His training is possible as the result of a training grant that Ruby Ranch Horse Rescue received from the Animal Assistance Foundation of Colorado. We sincerely thank the AAF for their foresight in helping rescued horses become more adoptable. See pictures and information about Brody on his page under "Our Horses."  Brody Volunteers Welcome!
Ruby Ranch Horse Rescue is re-opening for volunteers and those potential adopters wishing to come meet our horses. Visits and volunteer hours are by appointment only.
Sharing an urgent post! 20 horses that need homes ASAP, TB's, Appendix, and Appendix/paints located in Ft. Collins area. Owner says they will go to Centennial Auction if homes not found. Ages range from 2-16 and many untrained. Contact Bonnie Torrez (who is helping find homes) for pictures and more information at 303-941-5089 or bonzeye01@msn.com.
Elbert County Fairgrounds Re-Opens! June 1: Elbert County rescinds the fairground closure to their horse community effective immediately. The closure was precautionary, to the Equine Herpes Virus (EHV-1), that was present in many horse communities in Colorado. Elbert County Fairgrounds Manager, Carol Vonfeldt, spoke with the local veterinarian community who agreed the timing was appropriate for this area to resume horse activities, and stated the outbreak has significantly lessened. No reports of the virus were close to this community. Donation Thank You! A heartfelt THANK YOU to Marilyn Stoen for her generous contribution! THANK YOU also to Jo-ann Romains for her volunteer work that resulted in a donation from DisneyWorld's Ears to You program, Lindy Wallace, Sandra Henderson and the Aalands for their consistency in contributions. Ruby Ranch Horse Rescue depends on the generosity of individuals and business affiliates who continue to support us. Again, THANK YOU! RRHR on Lock-Down: (Update 5-27-2011) The Colorado Department of Agriculture (www.colorado.gov/ag) states that there have been no new cases of EHV-1. Continued observance of bio-secure measures and simply staying put with your horses are the best steps to mitigating this disease. RRHR is enforcing the bio-secure measures to ensure the health of our horses. Until the highly contagious Equine Herpes Virus passes through the state we will not be accepting visits to the ranch from volunteers or potential adopters. We expect this status to be in force until the first part of June. We received the following information from Colorado Dept. of Agriculture: As of 5/20/2011, 1pm: - 9 confirmed cases of horses with EHV-1.
- Two horses, which tested positive for EHV-1, were euthanized after showing severe neurological signs associated with the disease.
- 22 suspect cases. Suspect cases are those horses that are believed to have been exposed to EHV-1 but confirmatory tests are still pending.
- 12 quarantine and hold orders have been issued in 8 counties (Bent, Boulder, Garfield, Gunnison, Larimer, Mesa, Morgan, & Weld).
Equine Herpesvirus Alert! In an effort to stop the spread of this deadly virus, Ruby Ranch Horse Rescue will be implementing bio-safety rules for visits to the ranch. In addition, any plans for horses coming to or leaving from the ranch may be suspended at this time. We strongly encourage all horse owners to comply with similar restrictions until this disease is under control. Please read the information in the link from Colorado State University: The Colorado Department of Agriculture has indicated that while EHV-1 is not transmissible to people, it is a very serious disease among equines, that can be spread by horse-to-horse contact, through the air, or contaminated clothing and equipment. Here is their list of common symptoms for Equine Herpesvirus.
Fever
Decreased Coordination
Nasal Discharge
Urine Dribbling
Loss of tail tone
Hind limb weakness
Loss of balance
Lethargy Updates Posted: Updates for our new horses, Dolly, Shonie, Josie and Cassie are now on their pages. Go to "Our Horses" and click on a name. Where's Macaroni Pony? We adopted a mini gelding in 2007 to Cari Simmons, formerly of Falcon, Colorado. During our post-adoption care procedure, we discovered that Cari and her family had moved. We would like to update our records and of course adhere to our lifetime commitment to Macaroni Pony. If anyone has this information, please let us know (pr@rrhr.net, 719-541-3642). UPDATE: Cari and her family moved to the Santa Barbara area, specifically Lompoc, California, and have refused to tell us where Macaroni Pony is. For some reason this family will not honor the adoption contract and provide additional information to us. Below is Mac Pony's picture. We will continue to search for him.  Macaroni Pony THANK YOU! A very big "Thank You" to Dr. Sandi and Brian Grover for donating doses of Rabies, 3-way and West Nile vaccine to Ruby Ranch. The American Association of Equine Practitioners (AAEP) also provided doses of vaccines through their Unwanted Horse Veterinary Relief Campaign. With the support of the Grover's and the AAEP, RRHR can redirect funds to other needs for our rescue horses. Maquinna Baby Maquinna lost her battle on April 14. We will continue to wage the war against animal abuse and neglect. May she rest in peace.  Maquinna, March 25, 2011 to April 14, 2011 St. Paws Thrift Store Ruby Ranch Horse Rescue, Great Pyrenees Rescue, and A Safe Place for Pets were the three thankful recipients of generous donation checks awarded by St. Paws Thrift Store on April 8. St. Paws donates their proceeds to animal rescues. Please visit them at 3275 E. Platte, Colorado Springs, to shop their gently used items or donate yours. They are a Colorado non-profit, 501(c)(3), so items are tax deductible as a donation to a charitable organization. Thank you St. Paws! URGENT! A friend of Ruby Ranch Horse Rescue met Animal Control and the brand inspector at Wolf Ridge Equine Rescue in Ordway on April 6 and picked up five horses. Three mares, including two thin pregnant mares, are in the care of another rescue. The previous owner of an elderly mare reclaimed her now emaciated horse on Sunday. See pictures and more information on our "Other Horses" page. The five need homes immediately! New Additions See the New Additions page for three lovely mares. Josie, Shonie and Cassie will be evaluated and assessed for their training level in the next several weeks. More pictures coming soon! ______________________________________________________________________________________ Maquinna is Baby Girl's new name! Portia's Baby Girl At 5:15 in the morning (March 25) Portia's baby girl was born. She is small and weak with fluid in her lungs. Her survival is "wait and see." She gained strength throughout the day and stood and nursed on her own in the afternoon. Day 2 she is stronger yet but the lung issue remains. Portia is one of a large herd of Standardbred crosses who were thin and uncared for last fall. Last year on March 28, a pintabian named Juliet foaled Tallula, who was euthanized 14 days later. Juliet was also from a large herd of neglected horses. A huge THANK YOU to Dr. Unruh and Dr. Grover for their collaboration. Ruby Ranch is fortunate to have these two excellent veterinarians looking out for our herd of rescued horses. We are rooting for Baby Girl and will have a name for her by day's end. Updates! See updates on Stoney's and Brody's pages. Thank you to Lori Torrini for the use of her facility at Deseos Arabians and for doing a riding assessment on each of these horses. Despite the wind we all had fun!
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Adoptions:
During the cold month of January, Ruby Ranch Horse Rescue has adopted Wende, Illyria, Mina (formerly LadyBug) and Penelope! Thank you to Katy and Derrick, Lori and Jim, Sharon and John, and Jennifer for providing excellent homes for these rescued horses!
Foster homes!Do you have room for a horse? Ruby Ranch is in need of foster homes. Please help us assist the many horses in need to provide them with shelter and full tummies. Let us know if you have the space and please pass this on! Here's a picture of Ripley, the rare Curly registered mustang, 4YO gelding, nice ground manners. He needs a foster home! Update: Adopted!
 Ripley
Bereavement Donation
Ruby Ranch Horse Rescue thanks the family of the late Dr. Karen Lesley Edmonds for including RRHR in their bereavement notice for donations in lieu of flowers. Dr. Edmonds graduated from CSU and practiced in Fountain, Colorado, until her move to California in 1986. We offer our condolences to their untimely loss.Reel Family Foundation
It is with excitement and gratitude that we accept the very generous donation of $7500 from the Reel Family Foundation, a fund established by Donna Davis who had a love for animals. Simply said, this foundation appreciates the good work that we do. Words are not enough to express the heart-felt "thank you" for validating our mission and supporting the beautiful horses who have found their way to Ruby Ranch.
Cadets show up again!!Thank you once again to the Air Force Academy cadets representing Squadrons 14, 19 and 20. You are hard-working, energetic and fun to be with! Thanks for all the tasks accomplished along with our volunteers Irene Klarich, Sharon Panning and Debbie and Matt Girard. We're glad you like us! See more photos on the Volunteer Page. ______________________________________________________________________________________ Another Anonymous Donation...Others as well! Thank you to our anonymous donor! We have again received this anonymous donation through Network for Good (www.NetworkforGood.org). We also acknowledge the generosity of Donna Ryan, Kathryn Caswell, Matt and Debbie Girard, Susie Witter and Sandra Henderson. Your validation of our mission is applauded and much needed. THANK YOU ALL! ______________________________________________________________________________________ THANK YOU SHARON PANNING! Ruby Ranch Horse Rescue received a $10,000 bereavement donation from Sharon Panning in memory of her mother, Maxine D. Panning. Sharon adopted Mosa from RRHR and has been a volunteer. This donation benefits all of the RRHR horses and provides for continued rescue, rehabilitation and re-homing of horses that need a safe haven. We are fortunate to have Sharon as a friend and supporter of our mission and thank her for honoring her mother in this manner. ______________________________________________________________________________________ US Air Force Academy Cadets Ruby Ranch Horse Rescue welcomed 52 AFA cadets of Squadron 20 and their AOC, Major Neilson. They call themselves the Tough Twenty Trolls. These young men and women, organized by Cadet Ben Pelayo, volunteered their time to help RRHR winterize, including maintenance and repairs, for the comfort and safety of our horses. We thank Wal-Mart, Home Depot, Sherwin Williams, Target and Henry Shuler for the donations and discounts which provided lunch for our cadets and supplies to accomplish tasks such as fence mending, re-surfacing the stalls and pens, painting, creekbed cleanup and general barn organization. Our task managers were volunteers Irene Klarich, Matt and Debbie Girard. We are fortunate to have such support! THANK YOU!! See all the pictures on our Volunteer Page. ______________________________________________________________________________________ Thank You Panther Youth Community Service! The students of Panther Youth Community Service, Woodland Park School District, selected Ruby Ranch Horse Rescue as a grant recipient as part of their community outreach program. Michelle Klarich, a recent graduate and PYCS member, was instrumental in RRHR receiving approval in this grant process. A huge THANK YOU for the $1000 donation to help us serve our community's horse population. ______________________________________________________________________________________ USAFA Equestrian Club - YOU ROCK! We were privileged to have 13 members of the Air Force Academy Equestrian Club help us with fencing repairs, weight-taping and deworming horses, fitting for winter blankets and various other tasks here at Ruby Ranch. These young men and women are fun, energetic and committed. We thank Dayna Grant for heading this up for the second time. Pictures of this great day are on our "Volunteer" page. _____________________________________________________________________________ Another Neglect Case! Ruby Ranch was contacted by the El Paso Sheriff's Office regarding 10 standardbred crosses. There are seven mares in with three stallions. They are all very thin, have not had vet or farrier work and have not had much handling. Dreamcatcher's Equine Rescue will be taking the lead on this case and Ruby Ranch will assist with taking two of the mares here at this rescue as well as networking with other Colorado horse rescues to find rehabilitative homes for these horses. We are assuming the mares are in foal. The most urgent need is feed and hay for starving horses. If you can help with these horses, contact Julie at julie@dcerinc.com. See the "Standardbred Neglect Case" on this website for more information. ______________________________________________________________________________________ DisneyWorld "Ears to You" We again received a $1000 donation check from DisneyWorld's "Ears to You" program. Thank you to Jo-Ann Romain and her family for submitting Ruby Ranch Horse Rescue to receive this very generous benefit! ______________________________________________________________________________________ Donation Check from ACTHA and Humane Society!! We sincerely thank ACTHA (American Competitive Trail Horse Assn.) for including Ruby Ranch Horse Rescue as the rescue to benefit from their recent collaboration with the Humane Society of the US. Thank you to the many people who participated in this competitive trail horse ride. It was great fun and we enjoyed judging the obstacles! ______________________________________________________________________________________ More Neglected Horses! Ruby Ranch is negotiating the release of up to five neglected Arabians. They have been in the custody of a woman who has been investigated twice for animal cruelty. They are thin and in poor health, in need of hoof care, floats and rehabilitation. They are a yearling (who looks like a weanling), a 7 year old broodmare, a 2 year old studcolt, a 2YO filly and a 13 year old stallion. Obviously the stallion and studcolt, if released to RRHR, will be gelded. More information and pictures on the Mulberry Rd. Arabians page. ______________________________________________________________________________________ Raina's Review Raina, one of the Fremont County Pintabians rescued in July 2009, is now in training at Deseos Arabians. Go to www.DeseosArabians.com to see her training schedule and pictures, click on Raina's Review. Updates will also be posted on this website, Raina's page, under Our Horses. ______________________________________________________________________________________
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