Our Newest Foster Horse

To honor a part of our mission, "...rescue abused and neglected equines and provide permanent sanctuary or selected foster homes for those equines", Redwings provided our 10 year old Thoroughbred gelding with a loving foster home. This handsome dark bay was an ex-race horse who was abandoned and became a Redwings resident in April of 2010. Earlier this year, Alison came to visit Redwings and immediately fell in love with Ricki's beauty and character. On October 23, 2012 Ricki went to live with Alison in the Santa Cruz mountains.  As is with any of our fostered horses, should anything arise with the foster parent (such as financial or health issues) that they can no longer care for him, Ricki can always come back to Redwings to a forever home.  However, for Ricki and Alison, we hope that is not ever the case, as it was reported that the moment Ricki stepped out of the trailer into his new home, he settled comfortably as if he had known all along that this was where he was meant to be.

 

Ricki ready for a trailer ride with long-time volunteer, Pam Shreeves who says
 her goodbyes before he's loaded up.

Equine Care Provider, Paula Germain fixes Ricki with a "Head Bumper" hat
to protect him during the trailer ride.  Due to his large size, the hat was a precaution while
riding for hours in a trailer. Executive Director, Linda Plumb and Paula's
 Assistant, Mallory look on to ensure Ricki receives a proper farewell.



Ricki is unloaded at his new home in the Santa Cruz mountains by Paula.
Board Member, Mark Sindel assists Paula in escorting him out, while new foster
 owner, Alison happily greets him.



Ricki delves into his first meal provided by Alison.  He is very happy not
having to share with a herd.



Alison and Ricki pose on the acres of pasture and redwoods that have become
his new home.  Redwings will miss him dearly, but we know he is now with
 a phenomenal companion and guardian.