Horse Protection Association of Florida

08/27/2026

🐴✨ Don’t miss your chance to save! Early Bird ticket pricing is available now for the 4th Annual Giddy Up Gala benefiting the Horse Protection Association of Florida. “This year’s theme: The 2026 Miracle Mini Halo Convention”. See the Miracle Minis ( both in person and through animation) as they decide who should win the Halo Award for 2026. How will the Miracle Minis make their deliberation and who will be the recipient? Join us to find out November 7, 2026 from 5pm-9pm. It will be an unforgettable evening at the beautiful College of Central Florida Vintage Farm in Ocala, as we celebrate, support, and protect precious horses.
🎟️ Secure your tickets today before Early Bird pricing ends October 1!
www.hpaf.org

Turning Tragedy into Triumph! Our mission is o provide equine rescue, rehabilitation, education and adoption services within the state of Florida. To provide assistance to law enforcement and animal agencies with cruelty investigations and the care and placement of horses. To promote and teach horse...

08/22/2026

Looking for a truly special addition to your family? ❤️🐴
Meet Muffin, a stunning 12-year-old Paint mare who rides like an absolute dream, and her gorgeous 5-month-old filly, Banana. The two can go separately as Banana is weaned and has made lots of friends to keep her company. Or the two may go together to a horse savvy home. Muffin is gentle, beautiful, and enjoyable under saddle, while little Banana is already turning heads with personality and charm. We believe Banana has the potential to become a performance horse! For more information message us here at Horse Protection Association of Florida or email [email protected] to come meet Muffin and Banana. 🥰😍

08/19/2026

My name is MIMOSA 🍾🍊because I am BUBBLY and SWEET!
I am a 16-year-old Molly mule and people say I am beautiful! I have been well cared for and have been ridden. I am a kind, gentle soul with a big heart and am searching for my loving forever home. Is that you? If so, message Horse Protection Association of Florida here or email [email protected] to come meet me.
Love,
Mimosa 💐

08/15/2026

You’re invited to an unforgettable event! Our Fourth Annual Giddy Up Gala will be held on Saturday, November 7th from 5- 9 PM.
All proceeds go to fill the food bank for the Horse Protection Association of Florida horses. This year’s theme: THE 2026 MIRACLE MINI HALO CONVENTION. 😇Come join us on Cloud 9 where the Miracle Minis will be gathering at the Vintage Farm at the College of Central Florida to recognize all the good deeds and good deed doers who have made a difference for the Horse Protection horses. Who will win the Halo Award and how will the Minis make their choice? Join us to find out!🐴

To purchase your early bird discounted tickets, click here: www.HPAF.org

And here is a message from Miracle Mini Grace…🎬

08/11/2026

Please help us spread the word and share this post to help us find the perfect match!
Horse Protection Association of Florida is currently seeking an Equine Care Assistant Manager to join our dedicated team. If you have a passion for horses, a strong work ethic, and a desire to make a difference in the lives of rescued equines, we would love to hear from you. Email [email protected] with your information.
Know someone who would be a great fit? Tag them below and share this post! 🐴❤️

08/04/2026

My name is Beau. I am a beautiful, young, TB gelding. I am also incredibly sweet. I have more whoa then go which I hear some people like. I am just one of the gorgeous, rideable horses up for adoption at Horse Protection Association of Florida.
If you would like to come meet me or are interested in adopting, please message here or send an email to [email protected]. Or for more information make sure to checkout www.HPAF.org/horses/adoption
Love,
Beau 🐴❤️

07/31/2026

My name is Fish 🐟I am a six-year-old Thoroughbred gelding and DO I HAVE A STORY TO TELL! I was bought at Ocala Breeder’s Sales for $120,000 as a two-year-old. Then I was given to someone in Marion County who starved me and my herd mate. They said I was a body score of 2, and you could see all my ribs and my hip bones. The nice people at Horse Protection Association of Florida took me in and rehabilitated me. They helped me gain weight and took great care of me. I was then recently put up for adoption. But an unscrupulous person deceived the nice people at Horse Protection. They promised that they would love me forever, but they were actually trying to sell me! Horse Protection does not allow us horses to be sold. This is to protect us. God only knows where I would have ended up! When the nice people at Horse Protection found out, they swooped right in and took me back and now I am up for adoption again! This time I will be adopted into a forever home to someone who actually loves me! If you want to hear more about my story and to meet me, message here or email [email protected] .
Love,
Fish 🐟🐴❤️

07/29/2026

Are you looking for your next heart horse? If so, you may be looking for me! My name is Divine because I'm heavenly 😇 I am a gorgeous 18-year-old gelding. I an half Quarter Horse and half Andalusian. I am a very good boy. I like to be ridden out in the open AND I like to be ridden in an arena. I am very versatile and do great in different environments. Would you like to come meet me? If so, message here or email [email protected].

Love,
Divine

07/27/2026

Please share!! One of our community members reached out to us for help and, although it is not horse related, we wanted to help spread the word. A sudden illness has caused three dogs who were once loved to be homeless. Do you have room in your heart ❤️ and home 🏠 for one of these special four-legged kids?
Please do not message us here, you can contact Kathleen Lowyns at 352-219-2095 for more information.


Athena 🐶 - 12 y/o female spayed Black Shepherd/Chow mix. She gets around well even though she has a little arthritis. She would do well as an only dog, or as a companion to another older dog, in a quiet home with adults. She has a quiet temperament and enjoys affection.

Midnight 🐶- 12 y/o spayed female Black Shepherd/Chow mix. Awesome dog with a great personality who loves, loves, loves people. Very healthy and active, benefiting currently from Cosequin for age related inflammation. Good with kids and other dogs.

Shy 🐶 - 8-9 y/o neutered male Shepherd/Lab mix. Has a little arthritis in his shoulders but it doesn't keep him from running and playing. He gets along with everyone - adults, kids, other dogs, and absolutely loves affection.

07/21/2026

Meet some of the wonderful horses at Horse Protection Association of Florida, an organization committed to equine welfare. HPAF consists of a committed Board of Directors: Dr. Marilyn Sokolof- Psychologist and Equine Specialist in Mental Health and Learning, Dr. Charlotte Braziel- retired FBI Agent, Colby Vine- pilot for the New York Yankee Team and Christine Massinger- retired Judge and university professor. In this video you will get to know HPAF’s Equine Care Manager, Michelle Sheehan, and some of her dedicated team . Their compassion, hard work, and commitment help ensure these beautiful equines receive the exceptional care they deserve every day. From daily feeding and grooming to providing love and attention, the entire HPAF team makes a difference in the lives of the 54 horses in their care. To learn how you can also make a difference and help save horses’ lives please email our Executive Director, Christine Massinger at [email protected] or click here to donate www.hfap.com