Echo Canyon Equine Foundation, Inc.

02/13/2025

Tomorrow is farrier day. The following horses are due for their corrective shoeing and we are currently seeking sponsorships for any of these geldings:
Malibu Mayhem, Common Law Cat, New Eagle and most recent intake, Blaze of Dreams. Each of these horses cost $200 with wedges, 3D padding and hoof packing (please see attached farrier receipt)

If you are interested in supporting this effort, please consider making a donation via our PayPal at https://www.paypal.me/ECEFArizona or through our website at www.ecefarizona.com by clicking on "Donate Now" on our home page. Please specify which horse you are sponsoring.

We would like to extend our gratitude to Kristin and Starlene for their recent donations in support of Mayhem's shoeing.

01/19/2025

After careful deliberation and consideration, and a recent wildfire again less than 3 miles from our ranch, we have made the decision to suspend all equine intake until a new location is secured.

Due to the escalating risk of wildfires on the west coast and our past experience evacuating the ranch because of local wildfires, we will no longer accept new horses. Our commitment to our existing herd remains unwavering, and we have developed emergency plans accordingly.

These are the horses that are permanently housed at our ranch and under our continuous care:

Malibu Mayhem
Equator
Corky’s Luck
New Eagle
Vendaval
Tinian
Global Olympic
Baloney Mike
Aquamarine
Common Law Cat
Blaze Of Dreams
Ekklesia
Montana (retired track pony horse)

We are committed to continue to share the rehabilitative journey of these equine residents, both for the benefit of those connections who continue to care about their horses and to highlight the potential for successful rehabilitation following catastrophic racetrack injuries.

It is also understood that our dedication to making a difference in the lives of animals through proper veterinary care and educational initiatives remains steadfast.

01/08/2025

A Statement From Santa Anita Park

01/01/2025

Happy New Year to all of our kind supporters!

Happy Birthday to all the thoroughbreds!

And Happy Retirement to Blaze of Dreams!

A new year and new career for this lovely gelding…

12/30/2024

We have experienced a hiatus of over one year in welcoming new retirees. We strive to keep our equine operation small while providing exceptional veterinary care.

Today, a previous connection reached out to us for assistance with one of their horses. We will be at Turf Paradise and are available to provide support with rehabbers only.

We have space available for one gelding and encourage owners or trainers needing assistance to contact us via direct message.

11/08/2024

When our neighbor adopts one of horses, and we still get to see him everyday. Big Sky Logan 💙

Logan was adopted one year ago today. He’s been constant, loyal companion for a senior mare, and steady, safe mount for his new family.

11/04/2024

We delight in seeing horses enjoying second careers and sharing their owners' joy as they blossom in their new lives.

Last summer, Seeking Refuge found a home with our veterinarian’s awesome equine technician. Amanda and “Louie” have become a wonderful team over the past year.

Thank you to Seeking Refuge’s connections for allowing ECEF Inc to retire him and find him a loving home.

10/12/2024

As Arizonans eagerly await the arrival of fall's cooler temperatures, our equine companions are already exhibiting signs of their winter coats.

Many of you have contacted us for updates on a few of our horses and we assure you that our primary focus remains ensuring our horses' hydration and comfort levels. This transitional period necessitates heightened vigilance among horse owners, as reduced water intake can increase the risk of colic.

To guarantee the continued comfort and health of our equine companions, routine hoof care is crucial. In light of the racing-related injuries affecting horses like Mayhem, our farrier provides regular services every 4-8 weeks. During Mayhem's most recent visit, he received new shoes and 3D pads, and we took the opportunity to record his weight, which stood at a robust 1200lbs. He also still receives light sedation, as seen in this photo, to assure proper shoe placement.

Once the weather cools, we look forward to Mayhem starting under saddle. Our goal is for him to enjoy light trail riding.

Please follow our donation link to support Mayhem’s aftercare via our PayPal at https://www.paypal.me/ECEFArizona or via our website at www.ecefarizona.com and click on “Donate Now” on our home page. Thank you to those connections who continue to donate towards Mayhem’s aftercare. You are so very appreciated!!!

09/12/2024

With wildfires engulfing us here on the west coast, here is a quick reference guide from UC Davis Veterinary for horse owners regarding wildfire smoke and the hazard it can pose to horses’ health.

“Horses exposed to fire smoke can suffer respiratory injury of varying degrees, ranging from mild irritation to severe smoke inhalation-induced airway or lung damage.

Knowing what is normal versus concerning can help to know whether a veterinarian should evaluate your horse.

Particulates in wildfire smoke can build up in the respiratory system, creating health problems for people and animals.

08/30/2024

Please note, a horse affected with EEE is not contagious and poses NO risk to other horses, humans or birds.

Contact your veterinarian for more information, or visit aap.org to learn more about vaccination guidelines.

As cases of Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) are on the rise, it remains critically important that horse owners take steps to protect their equine friends (and their families) from mosquito bites. If you live in a region where mosquito populations persist well into the fall months, your veterinarian may recommend additional fall booster vaccinations against EEE/WEE and WNV (West Nile Virus).

If you don't know your horse's vaccination history or you are unsure whether they have received a certain vaccine, it's not too late to start from scratch with an initial series of inoculations followed by the appropriate boosters, as recommended by your horse doctor.

So, what is Eastern Equine Encephalitis?

EEE is a severe, viral disease affecting the central nervous system, and is transmitted to equids (and humans) by infected mosquitoes. There is no cure for EEE, and the mortality rate is 75-95% (in horses). Prevention through vaccination is key.

Contact your veterinarian for more information, or learn more about EEE with the following resources:

USDA Equine Arbovirus Dashboard: https://www.aphis.usda.gov/livestock-poultry-disease/equine/arbovirus-dashboard

Equine Disease Communication Center (EDCC): https://www.equinediseasecc.org/eastern-equine-encephalitis

AAEP EEE Guidelines: https://aaep.org/resource/eastern-equine-encephalitis-eee/

05/23/2024

Spending some time with Mayhem today. Between the grooming and resetting a shoe he threw from three weeks ago….he was really being a ham and showing his true personality!! We just thought we would share…

Please follow our donation link to support Mayhem’s aftercare via our PayPal at https://www.paypal.me/ECEFArizona or via our website at www.ecefarizona.com and click on “Donate Now” on our home page. Thank you!!!

05/08/2024

We have had many messages inquiring about Common Law Cat and how he is rehabbing. So here’s an update…

We understand it’s been exactly one year since he was found in the Bastrop kill pen in May 2023. He raced 40 times and won $135k before being dumped at the auction.

Well, this is Cat yesterday morning. He is currently very comfortable, clearly showing not only by how he now stands, but he’s bright eyed and inquisitive. We’ve noticed he is much more comfortable as he gets further into his shoeing cycle, which lead us to rethink his shoeing script. Establishing a proper angle and reducing the stress on the suspensory has resulted in a happy horse and less swelling from mid cannon bone down to his fetlock.

He still is a hard keeper, and a bit thin for our liking heading into summer here in the desert heat. He’s a light cribber, which doesn’t help, but we will continue on with Gastrogard and seek consult on a gastroscopy.

We can use Gastogard sponsors…

Please follow our donation link to support Cat’s aftercare via our PayPal at https://www.paypal.me/ECEFArizona or via our website at www.ecefarizona.com and click on “Donate Now” on our home page. Thank you!!!

05/07/2024

Our Bionic Boys…

Mayhem and Cat enjoyed some timeout together this morning. Both having had arthrodesis surgery, however rehabbing in two completely different manners. What they do have in common is the required corrective shoeing to assure their comfort on their rehabilitative journey.

Thanks to all the connections for Mayhem and Cat for continuing to support their aftercare.

Please follow our donation link to support Mayhem’s and Cat’s aftercare via our PayPal at https://www.paypal.me/ECEFArizona or via our website at www.ecefarizona.com and click on “Donate Now” on our home page. Thank you!!!

05/06/2024

Monday is the day for our farrier.

Today Mayhem and Cat are due to their resets. Your help is appreciated with our arthrodesis horses’ corrective shoeing.

Please follow our donation link to support Mayhem’s and Cat’s aftercare via our PayPal at https://www.paypal.me/ECEFArizona or via our website at www.ecefarizona.com and click on “Donate Now” on our home page. Thank you!!!

04/14/2024

Happy Day to Lori and Eddie Would Go. Six years together and now living the equine dream in Kentucky together. Thank you for adopting an Off the Track Thoroughbred. All the best!

Eddie Would Go was retired by ECEF Inc. from Turf Paradise in the fall of 2017. He was adopted by Lori in April of 2018.