A man took his cross-eyed dog to the vet. The vet picked the dog up and look into it’s eyes and said “I’m afraid I am going to have to put it down.”
“Why?” said the man, “because it’s cross eyed.”
“No,” said the Vet “because it’s bloody heavy.”

I did not write this but I could have… Whoever did this is a true blue horse person and they must have known me in a past life because it is just too fitting. To all of you horse gals…this is for you…

Horses are in my heart…

Why do I like horses? I think I must be mad.

My mother wasn’t horsey - And neither was my dad.

But the madness hit me early - and it hit me like a curse.

And I’ve never gotten better. In fact I’ve gotten worse.

My stables are immaculate. My house is like a hovel.

Last year for my birthday - I got a brand new shovel.

I hardly read a paper - but I know who’s sold their horse.

And I wouldn’t watch the news - Unless Mr. Ed was on - of course.

One eye’s always on the heavens -but my washing waves in vain

As I rush to get the horses in - in case it’s gonna rain.

And though they’re wearing 15 rugs, The best that you can get,

I bring them in to keep them dry - while I get soaking wet.

I spend up every cent I’ve got - on horsey stuff for sure

I buy saddles, bridles, fancy rugs - and then I buy some more.

I should have had my hair cut - or bought that nice blue shirt

At least it wouldn’t now look ripped to shreds and in the dirt

I can’t make a bloody sponge cake -I don’t even try

But I can back a car and trailer - in the twinkling of an eye.

It’s jeans and Ariat boots that I live in night and day

And that smell of sweaty horses just doesn’t wash away.

Once every now and then I dress up for a ball

Make up and a hairdo - with high heel shoes and all.

I ache from long forgotten falls. My knees have got no skin.

My toes have gone a funny shape - from being squashed again.

But late at night, when all is still - and I’ve gone to give them hay,

I touch their velvet softness and my worries float away.

They give a gentle nicker and they nuzzle through my hair

And I know it’s where my heart is - more here than anywhere!!!

 These two sweet things were owner release, and both were adopted into the finest homes ever. They are being taught to pull carts and will be having tons of fun this summer. May they makes you super happy Marlys and Pam.

Portia was born here, her mother is Honey, a rescue from the auction. She came from an eastern Oregon ranch and this baby is huge, will make a great mountain horse or even dressage, she has a lovely stride. She is for sale to a good home, she ties, bathes, trailers etc.  She 8 mo’s old and gorgeous. Please contact us for more info.

This is Linn, she is a wonderful sweet and kind 23 yr old mare, Her owner starved her down to this condition, and then put her in a stall at the fairgrounds with no food or water. Dawn found her and had her signed over to the Humane Society. She is here at Project Spirit for re-hab and tons of love. After lots of scrubbing to remove the manure that covered her back end, we found a palomino under all of that nasty stuff.

 Such a sweet and kind mare, this does not make sense at all.

 We named her Linn in honour of a friend in England who died in his sleep the day she was rescued.  I know he would have liked that.

Farrah is an owner release, and is for sale to a good home. She is coming 5 yrs old and is very green so she needs someone who can bring her on well. She is a registered QH, born in Texas, adores people and looking for her own person. If you would like a nice horse for a 4H project, this is it. Pretty and flashy, and willing.

 She developed dapples with her winter coat, just gorgeous.

This is Dora, she came here 10 yrs ago and was the best loved cow ever. She loved back scratches, ate cookies, drank grain out of a can and came at a full gallop when called.  She was not a rescue, just a huge part of Home Farm, friend to the local Keno people who came to visit her, and she died this winter in the field she spent most of her life in, she is missed so very much.

This is a sad little gelding who was an owner release. They saw their horse in trouble, had no money for vets and did the right thing by calling for help. We took him to the vet but his teeth had crumbled and there was nothing we could do to help him. he was quietly euthanized and is in a much better place. 

 This was a challenge, an injured bird on Home Farm, and me scared of picking him up incase I squished him. I am used to half a ton creatures not this. We are very lucky here in Keno, we have Liz, the finest bird rescue lady ever, and she came running and took on this cute little guy. Thank you Liz, we are proud to know you and your incredible rescues.

  Look her up, you will like what you see.

www.badgerrun.org

 This is a wonderful relationship and we are proud of what Shelby has done with Suzy,

 What a great pair they make.

Six horses were rescued from Crescent Oregon, three came to Project Spirit, one to Debi and Jeffs foster farm, and two into another foster home. All of them came back like gangbusters and are now in awesome homes. Three went into 4H homes and we have some very happy kids with some very good horses. Look at the changes…Life is good.

Here is Goober, he was named Homer when he came here but his antics soon had him re-named Goober. He would climb the panels to get you to come to him, he would sleep flat out and snore for hours, he was a wonderful funny horse, who has gone on to an awesome home with my pal Sarah in Montana. He will be a hunting companion for her hubby.  Here he is under saddle for the first time and acting like he knew it all.

 The person who owned this horse must consider himself a  “real big man” when he did this to such a helpless animal.  (yes, we met.)  Charlotte and Dawn spent weeks feeding and loving this big horse at the shelter, and then when Project Spirit had the room, he came here to be finished off. It took a great deal to assure him he could be touched and no one was going to bash his face.  He was afraid to be caught, but we soon fixed that, he found out that treats, kindness and love are pretty good. John even got to the point of hugging his neck, what a huge step. We took him to his new home on Thursday and he is in the lap of luxury for the rest of his days. My friend Steph will keep him in pure luxury and love, never again will another saddle or girth leave a hole in his body. 

 Thank you Steph!!!

 Here he is in May, thin, infected and abandoned.

Unloading at his new home.

I think he likes her!!!

                               LOOK WHAT I HAVE………………………..

I am such a good mama!!

She stops traffic on the road with her antics and good looks, congratulations Cathy, your lovely mare has given you a gorgeous filly.

Little Johnny, the white mini is going to stay at Project Spirit for his lifetime. He has been checked by the vet and our suspicions have been confirmed, he is totally blind. He fools us with his blustery attitude and super clever way of scoping out his area and taking over. His studliness rules wherever he is placed. Only when he fell over his feeder after it was moved did we suspect. He is delightful, sweet and amazingly handsome, so he will make a fabulous addition to our little farm.

 James has a great home to go to when his testosterone subsides, these little guys are sooooo studly.

Life is gooooooood.

 Here are two of the mares, they had not seen a vet or care for at least 7 yrs…and yes, they are hooves you are looking at. 

We brought the 2 stallions here to Project Spirit, and this little darling is going to stay here for his life time, we recently discovered he is blind, so is unadoptable.  He will become the P.S. mascot and will delight any visitors we have. We are all besotted with our new little pal. 

This is the other little guy, we named him James. We will find him a wonderful home soon.

 Both stallions were gelded and are healing.

UPDATE.

Twister was quietly put to sleep on Monday 12th of May after suffering a seizure.

 Her last 4 weeks were very good ones. She will be missed.

 Planning a big garage sale for the summer, open to anyone who wants to add their table, for a $25 donation to Project Spirit. More info on this later..  

  Also a note about the Keno business’s, the Keno Grill started a jar on the counter for loose change,  How kind can you be? (You have no idea how awesome Keno people are.)  The Keno Store  now has a change jar too, and we are stunned by the way it fills up. Thank you to all who donate. Our HUGE thanks go out to Debbie and Jeff at the grill and to Donna and Roger at the Keno store. By the way, did you know this is the longest running general store in Klamath County? Been there since the wagons on the Applegate Trail crossed the river, we live in such a very historical place.  

 Jars have now been added to the Whoa Tavern, Starvin Marvin restaurant in Klamath Falls and Caseys on S.6th St, , the food is wonderful the people even better. Support those who support the horses.  We all do.

Also a very special note, I just ordered some unbreakable rope halters for the rescues who pull and break all of the gear, and also to replace those that leave with the horses. I found an outfit on e-bay with very good prices and as soon as she found out who they were for she shipped them at no cost. She does not live here or does she know us, just being really kind. If you need any rope halters, please send your business here..   www.ropehaltersbypaula.com  You can be assured all of our future halter purchases will be here.

 Thank you Paula.

This is Dan and Wanda, the latest in the family of great Keno people who go out of their way to help the horses (and us peoples) and we send big thanks for all you do. (they have great free range eggs too)

  UPDATE

Cedar, looking like a moth eaten 100 yr old bear rug, has been adopted by Keno’s finest!! Anyone who falls flat on their face in love with a horse that looks like this has to have angel wings. The owners of the Keno Grill, Debi and Jeff are huge supporters of Project Spirit, and now they are truly family. They now own a half naked sweetheart of a horse who will bring them much joy. Dr John said it was severe malnutrition causing the hair to fall out. She is wearing a warm toasty blanket and her sparkle looks like it is coming back. Her weight is already getting better and she is feeling brighter and knows she is safe. She will have a good future. We will update pictures when she is more modest and has all her clothes on.

        Cedar did not do well over the winter, she was just abused and starved beyond a full recovery and was quietly euthanized in the spring. She had a wonderful short life with Debi and Jeff, they gave her every chance they could. Thanks  to you both, you are hero’s..