December's Horse of the month

December is a month filled with reasons to reflect – it is the last month of the year and in it is the shortest day of the year. Often we spend time thinking about what we have accomplished as we prepare to set goals for the new year.
If our horse of the month, Ridazza, could speak, her reflections on her life and where she is now could be most interesting.
Ridazza was initially rescued by Redwings during our early years when we worked to find homes for the animals we saved. Ridazza was one of those horses who was sent to what we thought would be a “forever” new home. Unfortunately after a couple of years, the owner of Ridazza came back to Redwings saying they no longer wanted to keep her. Ridazza’s story was one of those critical moments when Redwings leaders looked at their mission and goals and made a correction in direction. In 1993, Redwings made the decision to no longer adopt horses out and chose instead to become a forever home for the horses and burros who we rescued from abuse, neglect or abandonment. Even now, should we have the occasion to have a horse that could be “homed” – our agreements are for fostering only so that the animal is always guaranteed a spot back at Redwings should the need arise.
Ridazza – our beautiful 26 year old Arab has taught and given us much. We have been fortunate and blessed by the creatures who have come to live with us and who have helped educate willing students about how to be responsible guardians for these magnificent animals.
As you reflect on the past year and prepare for the coming year, we hope you will find your life has been enriched by an equine friend and we hope you will join us in the quest to identify ways to insure safety and well-being for all equines in this uncertain world.