Safe Haven Equine Warriors

06/09/2026

IMPORTANT NEWS. An immediate halt on equine exports to Mexico due to the New World screwworm situation has been issued by APHIS.

The suspension includes horses exported for slaughter, breeding, work, sport, exhibition, and transit purposes.

While the duration of this measure remains unknown, it means that horses cannot currently be exported from the United States to Mexico through these channels. APHIS has not yet provided a timetable for resumption.

We will share updates as additional information becomes available.

As The Wild Beauty Foundation continues to fight for passage of the SAFE Act, including helping advance core protections through the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee alongside our partners, this development underscores an important reality: the horse slaughter pipeline can be stopped, should be stopped, and must be stopped.

Thank you for being part of this journey, and for standing with The Lost Horses.

06/08/2026

Summer's finally here!!!!!
Looking for something fun and meaningful to do this summer?

Join the herd!
Volunteer at Safe Haven Equine Warriors in Sykesville!
Just 3 hours a week helps us make a difference in the lives of horses.
No experience? No problem!
We'll teach you as we go.
Must be 12 yrs or older or with a parent.
For more info email Laurie at [email protected]
See you at the barn.

05/25/2026

Today, we pause to remember and honor the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country — and the horses who stood beside them through history, hardship, and war. 🇺🇸🐴

From carrying soldiers into battle to serving faithfully alongside them, countless horses were lost in service as well. Their courage, loyalty, and sacrifice will never be forgotten.

At Safe Haven Equine Warriors, we witness every day the incredible bond between humans and horses — a partnership built on trust, strength, and healing. This Memorial Day, we honor all who served, both human and equine, and remember the sacrifices made for the freedoms we hold dear.

May we never forget the heroes, on two legs and four. ❤️

05/22/2026

Let’s hope!

BREAKING: Today, the US House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee advanced language that would bar the transportation of horses for slaughter for human consumption in the US and abroad.

Each year, more than 20,000 American horses are trucked to slaughterhouses in Canada and Mexico, where they are brutally butchered for their meat using ineffective stunning methods that can leave them conscious during dismemberment.

The bipartisan amendment to the Committee’s five-year surface transportation reauthorization bill, led by Congressman Jeff Van Drew (R-NJ) and Congresswoman Dina Titus (D-NV), would close the legal loophole that permits this practice, achieving the same policy goal as the Save America’s Forgotten Equines (SAFE) Act.

AWI joins the ASPCA, Return To Freedom, Wild Horse Conservation, The Wild Beauty Foundation, and advocates throughout the country in urging Congress to bring this widely supported measure across the finish line.

📸: Alisha

05/16/2026

SHEW out and about in the community! Had a great day sharing education with the amazing folks at Mater Amoris Montessori School!

04/30/2026

Today, SHEW had the pleasure of welcoming a wonderful group from Benchmark. These individuals enjoyed a meaningful and engaging visit with our horses, experiencing firsthand the connection and joy they bring. We’re excited to continue hosting them several times each month.

When you support SHEW, you help us grow inclusive, uplifting programs that strengthen our community through connection, compassion, and the healing power of horses.

04/29/2026

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who attended the Hoedown for Horses. Your contributions play a vital role in supporting our mission to save lives and enhance our programs. We invite you to share your feedback through our survey, as your insights are essential for our continuous improvement. Together, we can create an even more impactful community dedicated to saving the lives of equines.

A brief survey about your experience at our event

04/26/2026

🐴🤍 Thank You for an Unforgettable Hoedown for Horses! 🤍🐴

We are beyond grateful to everyone who attended, supported, sponsored, donated, and helped make this year’s Hoedown for Horses such an incredible night. Because of you, we can continue our mission to rescue, rehab, retrain, and provide life-changing programs for both horses and people.

From the laughter and dancing to the amazing silent auction and community spirit—you made it truly special. ✨

📸 We’d LOVE to see your memories!
If you took photos at the event, please share them and tag us so we can celebrate alongside you and relive the magic!

Thank you for standing with our horses and our community. We couldn’t do this without you. 💛

04/22/2026

🚨 LAST MINUTE DEAL 🚨

Hoedown for Horses is almost here… and we’ve got a BOGO surprise for you!

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Bring a friend and join us for an unforgettable night of:
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💃 Dancing
🎁 Silent Auction
🎉 All in support of rescued horses

This is your last chance to be part of our biggest fundraiser of the year ❤️

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Let’s fill the room for the horses!

04/22/2026

Horses for Homewood!
Another fun day in the classroom after a day hosting the kids at the farm.
When you support SHEW, you support programs like this that bring horses to the community and the community to the horses.
Pair up rescue horses with neuro-diverse kids and magic happens!
Special Thanks to our wonderful volunteers that make this happen.
Got your Hoedown tickets yet? Sales extended through 4/23!