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Now for Adoption:
Classic XS
Casanova
Bedford Road
Rio Charm
Ajax
Nevada Swifty
Gentlestone
Hickory Pete
Slewpy
Mac
Western Journey
Lord's Secret
Alicia
Second Chances - A compilation of stories about off the track
Thoroughbreds who have gone on to second careers. These stories are
posted as written by the horse owners. Katie Merwick has shared her
favorites on the Washington Thoroughbred Breeder's Association
(WTBA), website.
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Your Thoroughbred's Pedigree!
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These horses are in various stages of training and available for adoption. We
welcome potential adoptors to be a part of the training process if they choose.
We require that any adoptor ride and visit the horse several times before making a final decision.
We also like to visit where the horse will be housed. If the horse turns out to
not be a good match for you, per contract, we purchase the horse back.
For these
reasons, we do not adopt outside of Washington or Oregon.
Note: Adoptions fees are based on the horse's
health, soundness and training, typically ranging from $1,000 to $5,000. All
fees are negotiable.
Classy
Breed: Thoroughbred
Gender: Gelding
Age: 5 years
Height: 15.3h |
Classy is by
Classic Sky, a Canadian champion with career earnings of over
$3.3 million (he won or placed in nearly every single race).
Classy raced in California and
Washington/Emerald Downs. He was not injured. He actually won
his last race, however, had to have a procedure on a blood
vessel that would prevent him from racing, but not from any
other sport.
He is a
very quiet and affectionate horse who would make a very good
trail mount, or western pleasure horse. He did not show interest
in jumping when we introduce him to that - it's something he
might pick up when he gains a little more confidence. He is
sound enough do to anything.
Classy is green in terms of learning arena
work, but very quiet on the trails. Not a hot or easily spooked
horse at all.
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Casanova
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Breed: Thoroughbred
Gender: Gelding
Age: 7 years
Height: 16.1h
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His registered name is "Allineedisrehab",
sired by Detox, out of Allineedisamiracle. He has been off the
track since 2005 and is sound. Cassanova has recently discovered
jumping. The photos above are his first time out on a course,
ever! He went through the entire novice course perfectly and
loved it. He is bold and will go through water, ditches, and
jump anything you put in front of him.
Casanova is a one-man horse. If you
are kind to him, he will walk through fire for you. He is brave
on the outside, but a big sensitive marshmellow on the inside.
He needs a partner who will show affection and give lots of
praise!
Cassanova is currently in training with Annie at our Grand Mound
location.
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Bedford
Breed: Thoroughbred
Gender: Gelding
Age: 8 years
Height: 16.2h
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Bedford Road is by Miesques Son and out of
Lake Brook, making him a grandson of the great "Salt Lake
(Deputy Minister)."
Bedford had a stall accident at the race
track which resulted
in a broken distal sesamoid bone. He was sent to a specialist in
Oregon for surgery - Dr. Laura Palmer performed a miracle.
Bedford is completely sound and has been riding trails and
western pleasure for over a year.
He does require a confident and experienced
rider. Bedford is a kind and affectionate horse, but he is also
an athlete and a powerful mover.
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RIO
Breed: Thoroughbred
Gender: Gelding
Age: 2 years
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Rio is a Washington bred gelding who was at the WTBA Winter Sale
- he was one of many who didn't get a bid. Racing is not in
Rio's future due to his size. Although well proportioned and
very healthy, at 2 yrs old he is still the size of a yearling.
Probably a slow grower... I expect he will top out at
around 15.3 when full grown.
Rio needs a couple of years to grow, and in the meantime, an
experienced handler that can keep up on his ground manners. He
was gelded a few months ago, and is currently very sweet and
easily managed.
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Ajax
Breed: Thoroughbred
Gender: Gelding
Age: 13 years
Height: 18.2h
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Ajax has a racing pedigree, but was never raced. He was given to SCR by his owner, who at the time was
receiving treatment for Cancer.
He has dressage schooling and is very sound, but his best job
right now would be as a trail horse and companion. Ajax needs a
lot of personal attention and a relaxing environment. He is a
very hard keeper (meaning he eats a lot of groceries!) - a home
with a lot of pasture would help. He does best with a lot of
turnout, but stalled at night.
Please email for more info on Ajax.
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Nevada Swifty
Breed:
Thoroughbred
Gender: Gelding
Age: 5 years
Height: 15.3h |
This little cutie
pie is loads of fun! He is by Soft Gold, and expected to grow to
at least 16h. He was in training at the track but never raced
and was taken off the track sound. Swifty has a good mind, super
flashy movement, honest and willing worker. Easy to get along
with! Hunter/jumper prospect or trails. |
Gentlestone
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Breed:
Thoroughbred
Gender: Gelding
Age: 8 years
Height: 16.1h
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He is by Gentleman. He had a minor right
front suspensory injury but is sound now. Good dressage prospect.
Gentlestone loved his job, and is athletically
minded. His career earnings were over $100k and he was said to be the best horse
of the year by famed Jockey Gary Stevens.
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Hickory Pete
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Breed:
Thoroughbred
Gender: Gelding
Age: 7 years
Height: 16.1h
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Pete is by Ordway and out of Sugar Kriss. He raced at San Anita and Hollywood
Park before coming to Emerald Downs. He retired with a minor suspensory injury
and is currently sound. Would be great for trails and lower level dressage. Pete
is Athletic and has great presence!
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Slewpy
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Breed:
Thoroughbred
Gender: Gelding
Age: 14 years
Height: 16h
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His registered name is Slewp Walker, by
Skywalker who had career earnings of over $2.2 million. His dam
was Slewping Beauty from the Seattle Slew line. Walker was
Breeder's Cup Nominated. Somehow, this sweet
boy left the track and ended up with an animal hoarder in
Oregon. The Sheriff's Dept. confiscated Slewp Walker and a
number of other animals and gave them to a couple in Washington,
claiming they were starting up a rescue organization. AGAIN,
those people turned out to be hoarders and had all their animals
confiscated - this time 400lbs underweight and covered in lice.
Twice, Slewp was taken from an abusive home.
Finally, at 14 yrs old, he landed here at
Second Chance Ranch. It is obvious this horse has seen a lot.
Many of his "herd" and friends died of starvation or illnesses.
He won't forget what he went through, but he also will never
forget or take for granted the love and attention he is
receiving now.
He appears to be sound, and has beautiful
confirmation. once his weight is back, and he has had time to
regain health and confidence - he will most likely make a
wonderful trail mount! |
Mac
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Breed:
Thoroughbred
Gender: Gelding
Age: 10 years
Height: 17h
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Mac is a massively built
17-hand thoroughbred. He is gorgeous and sweet. He never
raced, but was badly injured by a trainer, and as a result of his
injuries has arthritis in one hock. He is perfectly sound for
trails and lower level dressage. He has great feet, recently shod,
up to date on teeth, vaccines and worming. His owner has taken
impeccable care of him.
Mac is
extremely affectionate and will bond strongly with a human who
treats him well. He
is not hot, but he is a lot of horse. He is not suited for a
beginner or timid rider. He has excellent ground manners and has had
a lot of ground training.
Please call or email for more info!
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Seniors and
Pasture Pets For Adoption at SCR
DREAMER
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Breed:
Thoroughbred
Gender: Gelding
Age: 4 years
Height: 17h
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Dreamer is by the legendary Slewdledo - one of my favorite
Thoroughbred pedigrees.
At 3 years old Dreamer was already towering 17h tall! His racing
career was cut short by an injury to the knee. He is recovering
nicely and very comfortable, however we are not sure what his
abilities will be in the future. This gentle giant has a heart to
match his size. He is full of life and personality - Dreamer adds
life to the barn.
We anticipate that he will be a permanent resident - and I am in no
hurry to see him go. However, if the perfect situation were to come
up for him, we will consider adopting him out.
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WESTERN JOURNEY
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Breed:
Thoroughbred
Gender: Gelding
Age: 8 years
Height: 16.1h
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Western Journey is by
Gone West (Mr. Prospector) and out of Sweet and Low (Seattle Slew).
He was taken off the race track at Emerald Downs 4 years ago...a
Rolex quality jumper, but after a year of jump training his career
was halted due to Ringbone in both front pasterns. He was given back
to the race trainer who pastured him for the next three years.
Westin (stall name) came to SCR a month ago and we xrayed to
evaluate his status of soundness. Unfortunately, the ringbone has
gotten worse.
Westin is otherwise
very healthy, very smart, sweet, and has a great personality...good
with other horses. He needs a pasture pet and possibly light trail
riding home. We love this horse to peices! He deserves a person of
his own to love and care for him.
We are currently
looking into all veterinary treatments to keep him comfortable.
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LORD'S SECRET
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Breed:
Thoroughbred
Gender: Gelding
Age: 20 years
Height: 15.3h
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Registered name is Lord's Secret. He goes by
Secret. his sire was Lord of All, the first stallion by Seattle
Slew. Secret was one of the first grandkids of Seattle Slew. He
is sound but we are not sure of is level of training or riding
capabilities yet. If he is adopted out, we would look for a home
where he could be a "pet". Secret is very affectionate, smart
(like all Seattle Slew kids) and has a great sense of humor. We
are not in a hurry to have him leave, but if the perfect person
comes along and he falls in love with you, we are open to
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ALICIA CLAIRE
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Updated Photo 4/26/2008
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Breed:
Thoroughbred
Gender: Mare
Age: 19 years
Height: 15.1h
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Alicia Clare, a.k.a Ginger, was rescued from
the Skagit County Auction. Click here
for the full story.
Alicia is healthy, gaining weight, and needing
a person of her own. Please consider her as a pasture pet! |
No horses on Consignment at the Elma Chapter
These horses are not "rescues", and reside at
the race track or with thier current owners. SCR is acting as agent.
Note: Prices are set by the owner and based on the horse's health, soundness and
training. All prices are negotiable.
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PHOTOS AND VIDEO
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Logan has never raced. He has a sweet, kind
disposition. Good around kids, dogs, and busy environments. He is
good with other horses in a pasture setting. His best job would be light
riding and turn out would be a plus. His temperament truly is wonderful,
easy to lunge, trailer, ground ties--he has had a fair amount of training over
the years. Logan has arthritis in both hocks and in his front right
pastern (the pastern was probably an injury). The vet suggested treating
him with bute on days when he is uncomfortable. He was jumping with his
prior owner and wouldn't stay sound--so he's not a candidate for performance
riding. Both the vet at Pilchuck and the trainer are willing to have a
conversation with anyone that is interested in adopting Logan.
Please contact Karen Bailey directly, at
425-681-3504 or
qualityi@msn.com
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