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SPONSOR AN ANIMAL

Refuge Ranch relies on the support of our partners, sponsors and donors to provide the care for the animals at the ranch. You can become a vital part of the ranch by sponsoring an animal. Your sponsorship increases our capacity to care for abused, neglected and abandoned animals.

In addition to the ongoing care for each animal (the cost of hay, feed, hoof & dental care, vaccines, and deworming), rescued animals often need expensive diagnostics, treatments, surgeries, and emergency care. As a permanent sanctuary for many of the residents at the ranch, there are also the costs of ongoing medications and care for lifelong illnesses and injuries. The cost of care for each animal varies widely, depending on hay costs, fuel costs, diet, special needs, medications, training and rehab costs and more. On average, it costs between $250 - $450 or more each month to provide care for the horses at the ranch, while the cost of care for a goat or pig is closer to $100. Our herd includes everything from minis to drafts, young horses to seniors, and physically healthy horses to those with long-term health issues. And our goats, pigs and llamas range in age and health from healthy babies to seniors struggling with arthritis and other health issues.

We rely on donors to help cover these costs. The Refuge Ranch Sponsor An Animal Program is a monthly or annual donation you make in honor of a specific animal (“your” animal). You are welcome to sponsor any animal at any level or amount you choose. If the actual costs of care for your horse/animal are less than sponsor amounts, any excess will fund costs of care for other animals not sponsored. No donation is too small; every dollar counts!

CLICK ON THE IMAGE OF THE ANIMAL YOU WISH TO SPONSOR

Bailey

Bailey is a quarter horse gelding. He is in his early 20's. He came to Refuge Ranch after spending years as a rodeo horse. He has arthritis that requires special medications and light riding. However, he is wonderful with the children and adults in our programs.

Faith

Faith came to the ranch after years of overuse and neglect. She was part of a public trail riding program. Once she got healthy we discovered that she is very well trained. Faith has become an integral part of our programs. She is still very guarded about people, but loves children.

Jeep

Jeep is a 20+ year old Belgian Mule. She is a part of our programs, especially for kids. She spent many years working at girl and boy scout camps. She is a big sweetheart. Due to her age, she has some arthritis now so is on medication and light riding. However, she is always interested in hugs, grooming and treats.

Lance

Lance is a Percheron Cross gelding. He is in his late teens. He is very healthy and is part of our programs for visitors. He came to the ranch when his prior owners could no longer care for him, and he needed some additional training. He is doing wonderful now and everyone enjoys an opportunity to ride the gentle giant.

Luke

Luke is a 20 year old thoroughbred gelding. He was a race horse when he was young, but was severely neglected over his lifetime. He is in our sanctuary program and we are still trying to get him healthy. He is on multiple medications as endeavor to make him comfortable and his days happy.

Miracle

Miracle (AKA Bug) was born at Refuge Ranch. His mom, Raven, came to the ranch after arriving from an auction very ill. It was a miracle he survived -- hence his name. He is a beautiful and sometimes naughty yearling. He is learning basic ground manners now at the ranch and growing up loved and well cared for.

Pride

Pride is the newest resident of Refuge Ranch. He is a 20 year old BLM Mustang gelding. Unfortunately, his owners that adopted him from the BLM didn't treat him well and he is terrified of people. Our goal is to get him some medical attention and to the point he can be handled easily.

Raven

Raven is a Quarter Horse mare and she is the boss of Refuge Ranch. She came to us over a year ago by way of an auction purchase gone bad. She was very ill, but is now healthy, baby-free and ready to learn. She spent her life being a brood mare, but is so smart. We look forward to seeing how she does in her training.

Red

Red is an Arabian gelding. He and his brother Sheydan came to the ranch two years ago from a neglect situation. He has come a long way but is still very traumatized. Red remains very reactive to new situations and outside stimuli. He is not a candidate for riding or adoption.

Sheydan

Sheydan is an Arabian gelding. He came to the ranch with his brother, Red, from a very difficult situation. When they arrived at the ranch they were stallions that had rarely been handled. He is very loving and friendly now, but not ridable.

Snowflake

Snowflake is a pony that came from an auction. We were told she was rideable for kids, but so far she has proven just to be super cute and slightly wild. She is fairly fearful so we are beginning her training slowly.

Emily

Emily is one of four miniature horses that live at Refuge Ranch. Along with her mom and two sisters, she is a big part of the programming we offer to guests. Everyone loves to meet the minis and groom them because they are so sweet. Plus they are adorable.