Second Chance Ranch is a 501c3 nonprofit animal rescue sanctuary
dedicated to equine welfare, specializing in rehabilitation,
adoption and transitioning of race horses. We are located in Elma, Washington, in Grays
Harbor County (we are NOT affiliated with the Second Chance Ranch
organizations in Sedro Woolley, Sequim, or Vancouver).
"Animals are
more than ever a test of our character, of mankind's capacity for
empathy and for decent, honorable conduct and faithful stewardship.
We are called to treat them with kindness, not because they have
rights, power or a claim to equality, but in a sense, because they
don't. They all stand unequal and powerless before us."
---Mathew Scully
Spring Adoptions...
It's getting to be that time
of year! Thoroughbreds who came off track last summer
and fall are shedding their winter coats and getting into
shape!
*New* - Click HERE
for a complete list of SCR horses and their status. You can
see photos and bios of the permanent residents under the
"Sanctuary Animals" tab, and Photos of the adoptable horses
under the "Adoption" Tab.
Adopted in 2008
Darrin's
Delight (D.D.)
Courageous Journey
Snackers
Hightec Hitman
Tommy
Sweet Pea
Cash
Do
racehorses love their job?
This one does!
Topaz Legacy (#7) dumped his rider at the gate and
continued to run the entire race using strategy and
tactic.
He holds back, watches for a hole, accelerates to the next
hole, slows down, weaves in and out – blasts to the
finish line to WIN. He timed the entire race perfectly.
Watch #7 come out of the gate - then keep your eye on
the right side of the screen. Any wagers that he will
claimed on next race?
The Life of a Racehorse,
by Braiden. Click on the link to watch this beautiful video
made by Braiden for a school project. Braiden is 13
years old, and the proud adopter/owner of Snack Basket
who was both a race horse and a lead pony at Emerald
Downs. His new name is "Chance".
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For Credit
Card Donations
Thank you for your contribution toward feed, farrier,
veterinary and housing for the horses!
Emerald Downs announces the new
Prodigious Fund for off the track Thoroughbreds! And, Katie
Merwick is given a Special Achievement Award.
