April Birthday Bash at Equine Advocates!

April Showers Bring May Flowers - And Lots of Birthday Parties! April is an exciting time of the year for us at the sanctuary. Both humans and equines venture out more to enjoy the warmer…

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Mini Size, Mighty Personalities: Meet Little Richard & Sir Paul

After rescuing thousands of equines for nearly three decades, there isn’t much that surprises us anymore. Our latest rescue, though, brought something new to our sanctuary. Last December, we welcomed an adorable pair of miniature…

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Equine Advocates featured in A-Z Animals

"With thousands of horses still at risk, Equine Advocates remains steadfast in its mission. As Susan’s story illustrates, one act of compassion can spark a movement." Thank you A-Z Animals for speaking with our president…

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From Racetrack to Rescue: Meet Darlene Love

While fans cheer on horses from the stands during racing season, we know the sad reality many racehorses face when their careers end. Thankfully, after an emergency rescue operation in November, one more horse will…

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Send a Valentine’s Card & Gift Donation!

Are you looking for the perfect Valentine’s Day gift for that special person? Gift donations are a great way to show someone you care! If you have an equine lover in your life, please consider…

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In Memoriam: Press Exclusive

May 6, 1996 – December 16, 2024 Eulogy by Susan Wagner Press Exclusive, or “Press” as we affectionately called her, was a fighter, a survivor, and one of the most remarkable equines I have ever…

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Letters to Santa 2024

EDIT 12/26/2024: Thank you so much to all the Santas who made our equines’ holiday wishes come true! Some of these items – like treats, supplements, and grooming supplies – are needed all year round, so…

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Mother and Daughter Former Racehorses Reunited at Equine Advocates

Our hearts are still warm from witnessing this moment - When Press Exclusive and her daughter Swiftie, two former racehorses, were reunited here at the sanctuary.https://www.equineadvocates.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Press-Swiftie-Meet-For-Social-1.mp4 Press Exclusive, a Kentucky-bred Thoroughbred who raced in Canada,…

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Check out our Fall 2024 newsletter!

Hot off the presses - It’s here! We’ve released our Fall 2024 newsletter, highlighting the need to provide working horses with safe and respectable lives, including their retirement. We also feature one of our wonderful…

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Fact or Fiction: What’s the Truth About Horses?

Horses have played large roles in society throughout history, as working and companion animals. Despite their constant presence, there are many interesting things people don’t realize about horses or misconceptions that should be corrected. Do…

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The Guardian: ‘The horses don’t choose to take part’: should equestrian sports be removed from the Olympics?

Equine Advocates President Susan Wagner was interviewed for a Guardian article questioning if equestrian sports should be removed from the Olympics. The discussion topic comes out of the controversy surrounding a video of dressage champion…

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