We all know times are tough and that rescue facilities are filling up at an alarming rate. Tragic really, that there are hundreds of thousands of unwanted horses in the US alone every year.
No Change In The Forecast
This is a problem that has gotten continually worse – and no doubt will continue to do so as more jobs go and feed prices rise.
A Sweet Lady and 30 Sick Horses
The Marysville Equine Rescue Association is a rescue operation that takes in unwanted, abused and sick horses. The amazing woman who founded and runs the operation is Vel Moore.
The woman is a saint, she takes in “companion” horses who have no place left to go. Most of them are old and have medical problems so their chances for adoption are slim. Especially in this ever-increasing disposable horse world we seem to be living in.
If you want to like Vel even more, she runs a volunteer program for troubled teens, helping them learn kindness and responsibility through horse care.
The farms only paid employee was once one of those teens, but Vel’s place and animals left such an impression on her that she stayed to be a part of it.
The Clincher
Vel is 76 years old, recently suffered a broken leg and is confined to a wheelchair at the moment.
I don’t need to say anymore – they need help. The woman is 76, has 30 special needs animals and the place is run on donations and volunteer time.
If you can spare a few dimes or a bale of hay or if you live in the area and want to lend a hand, check out their horse heaven website for more information.
I am interested in getting my daughter Elaina involved with this she is 14 yrs old.- she isnt a troubled teen, but I think this would be a wonderful experience for her.Please let me know of any weekend volunteering she could help out with-
My girlfriend does this in Bend OR, and our love for horses,thats what sparked my interest~
Kindest Regards,
Tanya Rose Jennings
Hello Tanya,
I am a personal volunteer of the equine rescue. We are open 7 days a week from 1-6pm are visiting hours work hours are 930-630pm. We are always looking for more people to help take care of horses. If you want please call the barn at 360-658-5494 I am looking forward to seeing Elaina there!!!!
Thanks for helping,
Katherine Boermsa
Is this info still the same?
I am 16 years old, I am very interested in your program. I live in Marysville, can I get more information about how I can get involved?
Thank you!
Chelsea
425.647.9991
Hi there! can I get more information about how I can get involved?
Thank you!
Brandon Bethers
425.232.8046
Hello,
I am currently a Veterinary Assistant student at PIMA Medical Institute and will be going into the Veterinary Technician part after finishing the Assistant portion, and would love to volunteer my time at your horse haven. I love horses and would really like to work with them in the future. Please let me know if there is an available opening for me to volunteer my time.
Thank you for your time and have a great day.
Sincerely,
Chantel Borba
360-721-6927
Hi,
my name is Leslie I’m middle aged and would love to volunteer at your organization. FYI, I’m already on love with Blacky
leslie dale
206=265-3416
hi,
i am vel moores neice i see no point in keeping everything she owned from family. she would have wanted family to have the ranch the way it should have been not what you have turned it in to.
I was at your open house (just north of Quil Ceda Casino & outlet mall) There was an exhibition of horses that used no gear. Liberty Stables was part of the name, Arlington was their location, I think. I am unable to find the business card they me. Are you able to help me contact me?