Pebbles: Our Celebrated Blind Girl
A constant feature of the rescue since we came to Southside, Virginia has been our blind mare Pebbles. A great favorite with volunteers...
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White Bird Appaloosa Horse Rescue
- Jun 16, 2016
- 4 min
“…so that they may live the remainder of their lives in safety and dignity.”
This statement is the last line of our Mission Statement and it underpins our whole philosophy toward equine rescue. When we founded...
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White Bird Appaloosa Horse Rescue
- Jan 19, 2016
- 1 min
Longwood MLK Day Challenge
The Rescue was a grateful recipient of volunteers from Longwood University’s Martin Luther King Jnr Day service challenge. Every year LU...
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White Bird Appaloosa Horse Rescue
- Dec 11, 2015
- 1 min
RIP Star b. 1985 d. 11th December 2015
This morning we lost our shining Star. An Arab, he bore his various ailments with the stoicism of an Appaloosa, and his gentle nature...
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White Bird Appaloosa Horse Rescue
- Nov 23, 2015
- 1 min
Tri-Sigma Sorority Adopts White Bird!
We are pleased to announce that the Sigma Sigma Sigma Sorority Sisters of the Longwood University Chapter have adopted White Bird as...
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White Bird Appaloosa Horse Rescue
- Jun 10, 2015
- 2 min
Goodbye Old Friend – Mr. B d. June9th. 2015
Late yesterday evening we said goodbye to a highly popular, and much loved member of the White Bird family. Mr. Bowersox, or Mr. B to all...
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White Bird Appaloosa Horse Rescue
- Mar 26, 2015
- 3 min
Daisy’s Surprise
We thought we had seen it all. After twelve years in equine rescue and many more as private horse owner we have seen a lot things,...
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White Bird Appaloosa Horse Rescue
- Aug 1, 2014
- 3 min
International Award for White Bird
We are and pleased and humbled to announce that White Bird has been awarded the GFAS 2014 Carole Noon Award for Sanctuary Excellence for...
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White Bird Appaloosa Horse Rescue
- May 2, 2014
- 2 min
Bear: ca 1969 – May 2nd 2014
It is with the greatest of sadness that we had to help Bear across the rainbow bridge this afternoon. This indefatigable little Appaloosa...
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White Bird Appaloosa Horse Rescue
- Apr 10, 2014
- 2 min
Herd Dispersal in VA- Very Time Sensitive
We are seeking the assistance of good rescues and qualified homes to provide immediate assistance in the rehoming of a large group of...
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White Bird Appaloosa Horse Rescue
- Nov 20, 2013
- 1 min
In Memoriam – Sage
The sadness that goes along with the loss of a valued equine friend is immediate and lasting. While we never got to know Sage, his owner...
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White Bird Appaloosa Horse Rescue
- Oct 4, 2013
- 1 min
Spanky Needs a Home
This 11yo, 15hh Appy is in desperate need of a new home. He is a little skittish at first, but once he trusts you, he will follow you...
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White Bird Appaloosa Horse Rescue
- Jul 21, 2013
- 1 min
A Visit from the Homes for Horses Coalition
It’s been hot. Really hot. Not just “I am not going to run a 5K today” hot, but “I’d rather spend the day sitting in the pond up to my...
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White Bird Appaloosa Horse Rescue
- May 16, 2013
- 1 min
Short on Time – Please Help
RESCUE NEEDED! This Senior Appaloosa Stud has been signed over to the County by the owner. We need to find a rescue ASAP. If a reputable...
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White Bird Appaloosa Horse Rescue
- Mar 25, 2013
- 1 min
Winter’s Last Hurrah, and Thanks!
“It was one of those March days when the sun shines hot and the wind blows cold: when it is summer in the light, and winter in the...
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White Bird Appaloosa Horse Rescue
- Feb 9, 2013
- 3 min
Welcome to our Valentine’s Day Edition of “Horses Seeking Relationships!”
Do you find yourself sighing over YouTube videos of people with their loving, equine BFF’s? Or, wistfully gazing at your back paddock...
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White Bird Appaloosa Horse Rescue
- Dec 24, 2012
- 1 min
Seasons Greetings from All of Us to All of You!
As we near the end of 2012, we’d like to take a moment to thank the many people who have made it possible for us to help at-risk and...
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White Bird Appaloosa Horse Rescue
- Dec 15, 2012
- 2 min
…And to All a Great Night!
Last night, the Rescue celebrated our first Silent Night at White Bird. We opened our doors, rolled out the red carpet and invited...
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White Bird Appaloosa Horse Rescue
- Jun 17, 2012
- 1 min
White Bird Featured in the Richmond Times-Dispatch
A few weeks ago, we were interviewed by the good folks at the Richmond Times-Dispatch, who kindly provided us the opportunity to talk...
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White Bird Appaloosa Horse Rescue
- Jun 12, 2012
- 1 min
Mia 10 yo Leopard Appy Mare, Missing
Janet Sonpal is looking for Mia, have you seen her? We think she was sent to auction in Ohio Nov 2011 at Bloomfield by Ron Andio. He...
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