Virginia Equine Welfare Society (VEWS)

Virginia Equine Welfare Society (VEWS) Virginia Equine Welfare Society (VEWS) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to helping horses in need. Thank you for supporting horses in need!

By partnering with us, you help save at-risk horses. 100% of donations go toward the ongoing feed and care of our rescues. To contribute, please visit our website or you can find us via PayPal / Venmo. PayPal: PayPal.Me/VEWS
Venmo: -WelfareSociety

08/30/2026

Tootsie is a woman on a mission. Whether it's channeling her inner Dolly, walking through a wardrobe malfunction or a hoof abscess, Tootsie knows what she wants. And she wants a forever family of her own. Stay tuned! Tootsie is on a mission to be adopted soon!

🐴BILLY🐴 is somehow still in need of his forever home!If we had a contest to crown the sweetest, kindest horse who ever g...
08/29/2026

🐴BILLY🐴 is somehow still in need of his forever home!

If we had a contest to crown the sweetest, kindest horse who ever graced the VEWS' rehab barn it would be Billy. 🤗 But shhhh. We love all our rescues. It's just that Billy is so dang loveable, affectionate, and gentle.

Billy came to us with obvious heel pain in his fronts. After wearing front shoes and pads, in mid-August, our farrier determined he had grown enough heel to not need the wedges or the shoes. Shoes were pulled and he is currently pasture sound.

Billy is a dream in a herd, stands like an angel for the farrier, vet, grooming, fly spray, you name it. He is, in fact, the bomb.

Breed: Paint gelding
Age: 20 years old
Height: 16.1
Available as: Non-riding Companion
Adoption Fee: $500

Please complete an Adoption Application to meet this handsome gentleman with the most beautiful blue eyes. You will fall in love! https://www.virginiaequinewelfare.org/team-6

🌟 Where Are They Now? Rosebud & Fireball — Adopted 2/5/22🌟If you need a smile today, Rosebud and Fireball are here to de...
08/28/2026

🌟 Where Are They Now? Rosebud & Fireball — Adopted 2/5/22🌟

If you need a smile today, Rosebud and Fireball are here to deliver. Their adopter shared the sweetest update, and it’s safe to say these two miniature horses are living their very best lives.

Since settling in, they’ve become full‑fledged neighborhood celebrities — charming the farrier, the vet, and anyone lucky enough to meet them. Fireball, in particular, has earned the unofficial title of cutest pony alive, and honestly… we believe it.

✨ When she first arrived, Rosebud was shy and unsure, especially about being approached from behind. Now she’s blossomed into a confident, affectionate little mare who handles beautifully. She’s the calm, thoughtful counterbalance to Fireball’s boundless enthusiasm — the quiet voice of reason in their tiny duo.

🔥 Fireball knows he’s adorable and fully leans into it. He loves everyone, loves attention, and loves playing — especially with his big horse best friend, Casper. The two romp, run, and have the best time together. Fireball also has a passion for soccer and tag, zooming around his adopter while she tries to catch him.

🎉 One of their adopter’s favorite things? Belly scratches. Rosebud and Fireball adore them — all while “grooming” her head in return. Rosebud joins in the games from the sidelines, while Fireball is the star athlete, but both bring endless laughter and love.

🩺 They’ve become model patients. The farrier adores them, the vet sings their praises, and the minis soak up every bit of attention. They’ve settled beautifully into their routine and continue to thrive.

💛 Their adopter summed it up perfectly: “I just love them so much.”
And we do too. Seeing these two tiny rescues grow into confident, affectionate, joyful ponies is exactly why rescue work matters.

Here’s to Rosebud and Fireball — charming hearts, spreading joy, and proving that minis have major magic.

✨ Where Are They Now? — Duke ✨Adopted June 1, 2024If you’ve ever wondered what life looks like after adoption, Duke is h...
08/26/2026

✨ Where Are They Now? — Duke ✨
Adopted June 1, 2024

If you’ve ever wondered what life looks like after adoption, Duke is here to kick off our new series in the best way possible — because this gentle giant is thriving.

Duke has grown into the sweetest 18.2‑hand partner, both in hand and under saddle. He’s learning his walk–trot–canter with all the enthusiasm in the world, figuring out where to place those big, beautiful feet as he goes.

And when he’s not working? He’s playing kickball. Yes… kickball. Duke loves a good game with his people or a solo match, often sending “field goals” right over the fence. He’s also become a bit of an escape artist — he’s learned how to open stall doors from the outside, so his family has gotten creative with their locking strategies.

Vet and farrier visits are a breeze these days. Duke has mastered the art of standing on three legs for trims, and he absolutely loves his vet appointments.

One of his funniest milestones? His adopter once worked him in hand while wearing an inflatable chicken costume — and Duke didn’t bat an eye. He’s also become fast friends with their new donkey, Jean Claude Van Donkey, despite towering over him like a skyscraper.

Duke is deeply loved, endlessly entertaining, and exactly why we do what we do. 💛

Stay tuned for more “Where Are They Now?” stories — we can’t wait to share them.

08/24/2026

Handsome Mr. Toby heard the bag of chopped alfalfa opening and made his way across the paddock in a gentlemanly fashion. He’s feeling SO good after getting his teeth and hooves done last week. He got a gold star from both the vet and farrier! Stay tuned for more ok Toby as we continue putting weight on him!

https://www.virginiaequinewelfare.org/

08/22/2026

Here comes Billy to tell you 2 things. One: He's still looking for his forever home. Two: He's now known around these parts as "Barefoot Billy." Our farrier determined Billy has grown enough heel to pull his front shoes and so he is in fact barefoot! Our hope is he remains comfortable and pasture sound without them and so far, so good. If you were interested in Billy before, but the price of his shoes put you off, why not come meet him now? You won't meet one as sweet, kind, and gentle as Billy!

Get to know our horses: https://www.virginiaequinewelfare.org/team-6

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