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Newsboy is the New Boy in Town

When we receive notice of an animal in urgent need of help, we are quick to respond. This time the one in trouble was a young injured colt who needed to be treated and re-homed as quickly as possible. We rushed him to the farm and called the vet for an emergency visit.

Newsboy, as he was to be named, was just a baby. We found him ribby, limping, and alone in an unsafe environment. The little guy had been injured after stepping into a board of nails that left him with deep puncture wounds around his stifle. That injury caused a lot of initial concern to us, and clearly a lot of discomfort to him, but fortunately the deep tissue of the joint was not damaged. He will require daily attention and medication, but we expect a full recovery. Still, the little fellow will have his share of challenges ahead. In order to stay at Ray of Light, the youngster will need to be gelded. And since he is unaccustomed to living with other horses, our new addition will have a lot to learn about living peacefully with his equine peers.

In this picture, Newsboy has just arrived at the Ray of Light Farm, is being comforted by Evelyn, and is undergoing an examination by our veterinarian, Dr. Michael Reilly, DVM. It was Dr. Reilly who suggested the name "Newsboy."

Please help us to continue our mission of providing the emergency care equine rescues like Newsboy desperately need. A contribution in any amount is greatly appreciated!

Sometimes it happens...

Displaced Pregnant Mare Finds Refuge at Ray of Light Farm


When Red Rose's new owner discovered that her mare was pregnant, she called us to see if we could help. The owner adored her thoroughbred, but knew that she was not prepared to offer the kind of expertise and care that foaling can demand. When we visited the mare to evaluate her situation, we realized that she was VERY pregnant. Moving her swiftly to a place that could facilitate her health needs, veterinary needs, and the delivery of her baby was something that we felt could not be delayed. We made adjustments in the barn to give Rosie the space she needs for her new arrival, set up a nanny-cam to allow a 24 hour watch over her, and laid down a fluffy straw bed to keep her and her baby comfortable.

Rosie gave birth on August 12. The two are both doing well. The foal is a lively little one, and her feisty red-headed personality has led us to give her the nickname "Spitfire." Thank you to all who visited and have given the pair their love and support in the past weeks and months--we couldn't do what we do without you!



We are happily accepting donations for the care of Rosie and her baby.

Please help us to continue our mission of providing a safe-haven for horses in need.
A contribution in any amount is greatly appreciated!
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