Greener Pastures

07/01/2026

Angelsonthe Horizon
7-year-old mare | 16.1 hh

Before hanging up her racing shoes in May 2024, Angel competed in 58 starts, earning 8 wins and over $113,000 on the track. She was a consistent competitor and earned her place in the winner’s circle as well as in several prestigious stakes races.

Angel was very special to her owner throughout her racing career. Following his passing after a courageous battle with cancer, his family asked us to continue her journey by restarting her under saddle and helping her find the perfect forever home.

Standing 16.1 hands, Angel is a tall, elegant mare with a kind and affectionate personality to match her good looks. She is currently in the early stages of her retraining and is showing all the qualities of a wonderful partner for someone willing to continue her journey.

With her presence, athleticism, and willing attitude, Angel is one to watch as she progresses—this beautiful mare is sure to turn heads wherever she goes.

05/16/2026

I think one of the hardest truths in the horse world is this:

A lot of horses are trying their hearts out for people who are not listening to them.

Horses will compensate for us constantly.
They’ll run hollow.
They’ll brace.
They’ll carry themselves incorrectly.
They’ll keep showing up long after their body starts struggling.

Until one day they can’t anymore.

And then suddenly it’s:
– kissing spine
– injections
– ulcers
– lameness
– behavioral issues
– “he just doesn’t want to turn”
– “she’s being hot”
– “he’s lazy”
– “she’s a problem”

No. Just No. The horse has been talking the entire time.

People just didn’t want to hear it because slowing down is inconvenient.
Because sitting out is inconvenient.
Because rebuilding a foundation is inconvenient.
Because taking months to strengthen a horse correctly is inconvenient.

Everybody wants the quick fix.

The bit.
The tie-down.
The gadget.
The injection.
The program.
The magic answer that somehow lets them keep doing exactly what they’ve been doing.

But here’s the reality nobody likes:

If the horse doesn’t have the strength or education to carry itself properly, it WILL compensate.

And eventually the horse pays for that compensation physically.

Not the rider.
The horse.

That’s the part that bothers me.

The horse doesn’t get a choice.
The horse doesn’t get to say:
“Hey, this hurts.”
“Hey, I’m struggling.”
“Hey, I’m trying but I can’t carry myself like this.”

They just keep trying for us until they physically cannot anymore.

And if you find out your horse is hurting, but your biggest concern is whether you’ll miss runs, have to step down a division, or won’t get to compete for a while…then maybe it’s time to ask yourself whether this is really about the horse anymore.

I’ve sat out before.
I’ve made the hard calls before.
And I’ll do it again if that’s what the horse needs.

Because loving horses isn’t about what they can give you.

It’s about what you’re willing to give them in return.

05/07/2026

Buzz & Spring have arrived back safe and sound 💙

We would like to sincerely thank everyone who donated, shared our fundraiser, and helped spread the word. Because of your support, we were able to raise enough funds to bring them back to safety and also have their dentals, vaccines, and deworming completed.

It truly takes a village, and we are incredibly grateful to everyone who played a part in getting these two back to us.

A very special thank you to an amazing hauler for helping get Buzz & Spring safely home.

Thank you all for supporting our mission and giving these horses another chance. 🐴

05/03/2026

We are seeking your help to buy back BIG MAGICK {Buzz} and Prairiewynd Spring {Spring}. Not only was the adoption contract breeched they were sold under false information leaving them at risk of ending up in a bad situation. Please click the link for more information and to donate or please help spread the word by sharing.
*edited to add* This is by no fault of the current owner, they have been working with us to resolve the situation and are allowing us to get the horses back while we fundraise. This post is not intended to make them out to be the bad guys they have been very reasonable and helpful through this process, thankfully!

At BC Standardbred Horse Adoption Society, every horse we place is don… Sherrie McAllan needs your support for URGENT: Help Us Bring Two Horses Back to Safety

05/03/2026

https://gofund.me/48ff1310d

At BC Standardbred Horse Adoption Society, every horse we place is don… Sherrie McAllan needs your support for URGENT: Help Us Bring Two Horses Back to Safety

04/12/2026

Adoption update ⭐️ATILLA THE HEN⭐️

ATILLA was adopted from our program in 2021 by a 14 year old young lady. Here is what she has to say 🤠

Just a little update on Moose (Attila the Hen)!

I adopted her in February 2021 when she was 6, coming 7, and now she’s somehow turning 12 this May.

She’s always the first one at the gate no matter where she is, has the biggest personality and has turned into the best trail partner. Recently she’s stepped into life as a ranch horse here in Alberta, and we spend most of our time out exploring, not always under saddle, sometimes just on in hand walks. We’ve pretty much grown up together, moved together, and now we’re exploring a new province together.

She means so much to me, not just for who she is, but for the memories tied to her too.

She’s happy, healthy, and very loved 💜

04/10/2026

☀️Adoption update☀️ JAMIE JAMBLES.

James has been in his new home for only a few short weeks and already we are beyond impressed!
When Jamie entered our program last summer he was a very timid young man, he never raced and spent very little time at the track. Jamie had not been handled much in his 4 years of life. Through his time in our program and the training he received Jamie really came out of his shell. He took under saddle training like a champ, his only request was that he preferred slower speeds. So we found him a home with someone on the same page as him 🤠

We are proud to share this message from Jamie’s adopter.

“ he didn’t even care rode with dogs and had ducks fly up out of a pond I’m just so happy ❤️ the other horse wouldn’t pass an obstacle so he led the way!!”