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Kataluna Horse Rescue Is dedicated towards rescue and rehabilitation for equines in need!
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This page was created to share our horses life changing journeys through rescue of slaughter bound horses. As well as embark on the amazing opportunities to allow humans be the student, and learn from the horses point of view.

08/04/2025

Sweet Dolly Vet Update❤️

Gosh this girl has already captured the hearts of so many. She was sold at an auction several several ago, emaciated, with a baby on her side, and bred back to the same stud. I knew when I saw her she needed us. We worked together to get her to Kataluna, we’ve spent time nursing her back to health, her body was so poor our first priority was making sure she would even make it to the next day.

Now that her health has perked up, her personality is becoming colorful again, and her body is gaining weight beautifully, we were able to focus now on if she was in fact pregnant again. We kept our hopes high that she was not because putting her through that *again* back to back, at her age and in her condition would just be so difficult for her, and thank goodness we got the best news of the day that Dolly is NOT pregnant. She will never be bred again, she will never have to worry about her next meal ever again, all she has to worry about now is being the best mama she already is to her beautiful baby Dubs❤️ they will finally be off quarantine by the end of this week, and we cannot wait to see them out running with the herd!

08/01/2025

I’m not crying, you’re crying🥺❤️

I have big news y’all… baby Prim, who’s mom we rescued from the auction pipeline back in November of 2023 not knowing she was pregnant at the time, who is now over a year old has finally found her forever home and is getting adopted!!🥳😭❤️ Out of all our horses, Prim was always one I thought would get scooped up rather quick, and she certainly ended up sticking around! She’s got the biggest personality with the biggest heart, rightfully earned her nick name of our little sour patch kid, and has just grown into the most beautiful little gal. It’s going to be so different not having her around the farm once she moves, but this is what it’s all about. Now she’s going to have her own person to love, learn and spoil her every day just as she deserves! Prim will never have to know a bad day in her life thanks to this community supporting her for all this time❤️ Congratulations little Primrose!

07/29/2025

In case anyone wants to know how Pocus, Pickles, and Oats are doing, the answer is *fabulous*🥹❤️ They have all three been adopted together to a truly incredible home! I am so so happy for the three of them and their new family❤️

07/27/2025

I’ve been really excited to share this with you all for a while❤️ a few weeks ago, we received one of the most beautiful gifts in honor of the rescue that we’ve ever gotten, from a truly kind and gifted human being! .pierson.art.studio has been working on this sign to hang up on our main building on our home farm for the last nearly two years. I’ve grown to become friends with Ashleigh over the last couple years and her love & support for Kataluna means the world to me. She hand made this incredible wood burned sign featuring our original Kataluna herd who have literally defined this program as to what it is today, Luna, Bud, Waffles & Piper. The sentiment that this piece of art holds in my heart is so huge and I am just honored to have it now mounted at our home forever❤️ thank you so so much .pierson.art.studio we just love it!

07/20/2025

I give my entire life for them. These horses.

I’d never ask for it any other way. Day in and day out they get every ounce of who I am, not only because it’s my job, but because this is literally what my heart and soul live for, is being someone they can count on, and knowing we will never let each other down in return. I’ve poured my entire being into these horses, & giving them a place where they know they are loved, they are appreciated, and where they have a home, because that is what they give that to me every day.

Now as much as I love this life, and I would never ever trade it for anything else in the world. If I’m being entirely honest, I am exhausted.

I am so happy. This life is so good. But pouring everything into so much emotion, anxiety, heartache and heart break, the highest of highs and the bitter sweet moments, & all else that comes with it.

It’s a lot.

I do well in chaos, personally I actually think I thrive in it, but in the rare moments when everything goes quiet, and Im forced to process it all, that’s when I find myself struggling. Recently I feel like I’m in one of those moments.

I don’t necessarily tend to get very deep on social media, especially in regard to what is going on in my personal life, but in everything that it takes to run a rescue, it takes a lot out of me. So when something comes up outside of that, it almost feels like the “feather that broke the camels back”. I think when I’m not processing things, it just all comes up when I least expect it, and I crumble. Even though Im trying with everything I have, yet still somehow feel like I’m coming up short. I get frustrated & question myself on so many things, even though I know I’m exactly where I’m supposed to be and everything will be okay. Sometimes it’s just doesn’t feel okay.

Maybe this post is all word jumble, maybe it doesn’t entirely make sense. I think right now I just needed a place to share. A place to share that I’m struggling, not to expect anything in return, but in case someone else is struggling too, know you’re not alone. Because I know how lonely the world can feel. I put on a smile as best I can, and I just ask for patience, from the outside and from myself. We’re all doing our best.

07/14/2025

Dolly, Dubs & Rosie VET UPDATES❤️‍🩹

Today the girls got initial exams done by our amazing veterinarian to make sure everyone’s getting exactly what they need in their care and rehab. To say I’ve never seen horses as truly heartbroken as these two would be an understatement. We’ve had over hundreds of equines cross our path here over the years, but Dolly and Rosie are truly some of the saddest I’ve ever been around.

Dolly, the pinto, is so shut down and checked out. She just stands with such a blank expression. She’s never had anyone to fight for her before, but she does now and I can’t wait for her to learn & feel that. Today she got fluids and lots of good nutrients and vitamins in her system. Our vet will be back to administer more fluids tomorrow as she is severely dehydrated. We are also hoping to get blood work back from the lab tomorrow. She’s not really wanting to eat or drink much but we’re hoping today’s visit gives her body the jumpstart it needs. Little dubs, her Palomino filly, is doing well. She is at least two months old from what we can tell.

Rosie, the red mare, who we think is about 17 years old, is such a sweetheart truly. She was so good for her exam despite everything I’m sure she’s been through previously. Her body tells a wicked story, she is absolutely covered in scars given from people and other horses. She most likely just recently had her baby taken from her, and… yes, she is in fact pregnant again. We did see a little one on her ultrasound today which means Rosie will be staying with us for quite a while so we can ensure she has a safe place to foal and raise her baby.

In regards to Dolly, she was sold exposed back to the same stud she currently had baby Dubs with. We are guessing she’s in her mid to late 20s and especially with the condition of her body I hope more than anything she’s not pregnant, however, unfortunately, we were unable to check today because we have far too many other things to be concerned about and will check again when she’s more stable and cleared from quarantine. In the last two pictures, you can see on Rosie that she has two different glue tag spots which means she had been through two different auction sales within a short timeframe. Sweet Dolly’s coat is so poor that even with a special adhesive remover glue put on her to hold her tag number went all the way to her skin.

These girls have been through so much, and I’m just so glad they are here so we can show them exactly what true love and care looks like❤️‍🩹

07/11/2025

I think people who have been through the most sadness, are often the ones who try their hardest to make others happy, even at the expense of themselves. Because they know deep in their heart and soul what it’s like to feel empty and depressed, and they don’t want anyone else to feel that way.

It comes with the responsibility of feeling like you can be everything for everyone, yet somehow feel like you’re letting them all down at the same time. Why our brain chooses to think that way is something I don’t think I’ll ever quite understand, with how so two sided each end can be.

But ultimately, as the saying goes “If you try to please all, you’ll please none”. It’s a lesson I know far too many of us face daily, yet we still give every ounce of ourselves towards others, even knowing the sacrifices we are making in our own lives.

There has to be a balance. Some people won’t understand your balance. Some might question it. Some won’t respect it. But you know what? It’s okay. Because we are all doing our best, to be the best we can be every single new day that begins. Your best doesn’t have to make everyone else feel better all the time. Your balance *has* to work for you, because it’s time you start remembering how to also make yourself happy. Others will follow, and they will be okay too. Maybe that would even lead to happier world overall, if we all just woke up remembering to make ourselves happy too.

07/08/2025

❤️ADOPTION ANNOUNCEMENTS❤️
Kataluna Horse Rescue has a handful of horses ready to find their families! Saddle horses, young projects, minis, & companions! Everyone is up to date on their farrier & veterinary care (dentals, deworming, vaccines). Small rehoming carrots. Send me or Kataluna a pm to learn more! We have lots more pictures & videos of everyone! Located in Fall City WA

❤️TUCKER- Tucker is a 15hh 6 year old registered AQHA bay gelding. He had a rough start to life but has made a full turn around and ready to be in your pocket pal. He loves cuddles and attention, he has been started under saddle but is very green still so would need an experience home or someone willing to work with a trainer, but I also think he would be perfect for a family who wants a guy that will just love everyone. He’s been to town, to the coffee shop, through the neighborhoods, he’s just the best boy!

❤️Lefty- Lefty is a 15 year old 15hh stunning copper bay quarter horse mare. She is a sweet heart and has a beautiful walk trot under saddle but is still building up muscle and balance in the lope. She is missing her left eye so lacks a little confidence on the right side, she would benefit well from a confident partner & loves to follow a buddy.

❤️George- George is a 17hh 12 year old warmblood gelding. He is a sweet heart but a very big guy and he knows it! George had quite a bit of trauma in his past that we’ve been working through, he’s very slowly entering our riding side of training with a rider at a walk. He goes on walks down the road & does best with other geldings. George would benefit best from a confident person or trainer who can help continue his progress on the ground and under saddle.

❤️Orion- Orion is a 14.2hh 6 year old Grulla BLM mustang! He is very spunky, very sweet and curious like a mustang! We don’t believe he has been started to ride, but he is good on the ground with a confident partner. If you love mustangs, this guy is a dream! He definitely does better with geldings. He gets along with mares but can be a bit protective over them. He is not stud like but has been tested for cryptorchid just in case and it was negative.

❤️Rita- Rita is a 16hh 6 year old chestnut thoroughbred mare (yes the red hot triple threat)! We believe she had a foal previously and that was most of what she’s done. She has started in our training program to work on groundwork with boundaries and confidence, and is very lightly & slowly being started in the riding program. She has not been rode yet as we want to establish everything on the ground first. She’s a big cuddle bug and will make deep connections with the right person, but definitely needs an experienced human.

❤️Cheeto & Dorito- these boys are chestnut yearling mini geldings, as of right now they are only about 28 inches tall but will grow a bit more. Both boys came to us completely unhandled and have been making good progress but will need a home they can continue their learning!

02/13/2025

What’s cuter than a baby donkey wearing heart sunglasses on Valentine’s Day?…. Absolutely nothing this is as cute as it gets🥹💖 featuring the best photobomb of all time in the third picture😂 Hard to believe this was already a full year ago with baby Aretha & Elton! Who have both been adopted into the most incredible and loving homes we could ask for!❤️

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Our Story- Living through Liberty

This page was created to share the amazing opportunities that allow humans be the student and horses to be the teacher, and for us to learn from their point of view.

I grew up working with rescue horses using the “typical” type of horsemanship training, until when I was twelve years old one horse in particular came into my life and turned all that around. These methods that I always considered to be the only way of working with horses, were being shut down left and right. This horse was scared, frightened of humans and not ready to trust. Others had tried their methods on her, some helped, some did not, but I was at a loss. Honestly, I was scared. I had made all the choices I thought I knew how, until I soon came upon this idea of letting the horse choose, and letting the horse be completely FREE rather than forcing her to engage. I will admit, I was hesitant. I was scared if I took off the ropes, she would run, that if I gave her the choice, she would choose no. But that is the reality we had to face. Five years later, by using this method of FREEDOM, we developed a trust, a team, and most importantly a friendship. My ways of working with horses changed forever.

Since then, I have come across so many amazing horses through fostering, adoption from feed lots, etc. I am currently working in Washington to grow and exploit this “training” technique to share with the world of equine. We appreciate everyone who comes through to our page and hope to inspire you and your four legged friend to try something new in honor of them!