Carolina Equine Rescue & Assistance

Carolina Equine Rescue & Assistance www.Cera-Inc.com. Please visit our website. Darlene Kindle didn't set out to have 13 horses, but these 13 horses need her. Consider donating time instead.

Rescued from abuse or neglect or lately, simply unwitting victims of the economy, these horses found their way to CERA, Carolina Equine Rescue & Assistance. As you can imagine, caring for all these horses is time consuming and costly. Volunteers and donations are always highly valued at CERA. Established by Darlene in April 2008, CERA created a rescue
organization that not only worked with local

law enforcement in seizure and surrenders, but one that could help educate owners on how to properly care for their animals and hopefully avoid unlawful neglect. Darlene also wanted to be able to take in horses that were at risk due to hardship of their owners, almost eerily forecasting the current state of our economy and the rapidly increasing numbers of abandoned pets. And most of all, Darlene wanted all monies donated to CERA to remain in Union County to help the horses locally, unlike other rescues. CERA also works to educate horse owners, law enforcement and animal control on basic equine management
With today's tight economy, many are finding it harder to make donations, even to organizations they have traditionally supported. Make a commitment to volunteer at CERA each week. Not an experienced horse person? No problem, there are plenty of different tasks involved in caring for all the horses, many of which don't require extensive horse handling skills. Darlene has a book filled with photos and stories of all
the horses she has cared for over the last 3 years. “Each horse has its own story and most are heartbreaking to animal lovers like yourself. Each animal also has its own personalities, likes and dislikes. CERA attempts to treat each animal under its protection with tender loving care until it is ready to be placed in its forever home.”
Good quality horse hay is always in demand. Sold your horse and have a few bales left over you hadn't used up yet? Consider making a tax-deductible donation of your remaining bales to CERA.

11/16/2025

Do any of our local followers have unpainted or uncarved pumpkins they ate throwing out? Our babies would love a treat

11/15/2025

Anybody was a trailer near Highway 601 in Belk Mill Road this is an emergency. Please call me at 704-221-1068.

“Laughter is the best kind of healing 💛Our rescued friends remind us daily to find joy in the simple things — like a goo...
11/12/2025

“Laughter is the best kind of healing 💛
Our rescued friends remind us daily to find joy in the simple things — like a good yawn or maybe a horse-sized giggle! 🐴💫”

Apollo an 18 year old TB. Gentle giant! Goofy goober!
Hay eating monster 🤣
You can sponsor Apollo or another rescue animal for the holidays!

PayPal: Dar1107 or Carolina Equine Rescue and Assistance
Zelle: 704-219-3559
Feed/supply Donations: Message for address

‼️ANNOUNCEMENT‼️ 2-DAY THANKSGIVING MINI CAMP‼️ 15 days till camp! THE COUNT DOWN BEGINS!!! Sign up now as spots are lim...
11/11/2025

‼️ANNOUNCEMENT‼️ 2-DAY THANKSGIVING MINI CAMP‼️ 15 days till camp! THE COUNT DOWN BEGINS!!!

Sign up now as spots are limited! Let the confidence building begin!

Check flyer for details

☔️ Rain or ☀️Shine!

We currently have a few spots still open!

11/09/2025

Good morning everyone. We need help
with feed. I'm headed to the feed store shortly, Southern States. We have enough for a few days. Being in the hospital set me back on lots of things.
Here is a list of feed we need currently and cost. If you can please help. Thank you so much.

$17.09 Shredded Beet Pulp
$22.79 Timothy grass pellets
$27.06 Safechoice Senior Horse
$25.49 Safechoice All Life stages.

Please send donations through Zelle 7042193559. Or PayPal.

Thank you so so much.

Hey Everyone. I'm so sorry it has taken me so long to send an update on my unexpected hospital stay. A torn rotator cuff...
11/07/2025

Hey Everyone. I'm so sorry it has taken me so long to send an update on my unexpected hospital stay. A torn rotator cuff, right arm, that was suppose to be an outpatient procedure. I started having complications when I aspirated coming out of the surgery. I do remember a little bit but not much. I remember the hospital wanting to intubate me, and remember telling them not to. I was upset and scared. I wasn't ready to go. I remember praying continuously, and being thankful for all I have accomplished in my life.

Over 2 weeks in the hospital the wheels were turning in my head, life had to change for me. One big change I made was quit smoking on September 24, and no v**e. There are many things that i will change but will never change being kind or considerate to others.

I also want to give a huge thank you to Charley, Katie & Deanna for stepping up to the plate and taking care of the farm and the animals. You girls are the best. And thanks to all of you for your prayers. My arm is pretty messed up, they anticipate physical therapy for about a year. I'm leaning how to use my left hand.

Have a good weekend everyone & be safe. Hugs to all.

Dar.

11/07/2025

‼️LAST MINUTE WORKDAY‼️ GREAT COMMUNITY SERVICE HOURS OPPORTUNITY!

Will be having a “farm workday“ tomorrow, Saturday the 8th. Starting at 9 AM. Refreshments and lunch provided. Need head count.

I understand this is very last minute as we had some plans change in the Saturday opened up. If you are available, that is awesome and we will greatly appreciate any and all help we can get even if it’s just 10 minutes or an hour.

Donation links

Venmo: Darlene-Kindle-1 ( please make sure it is the correct name as seen here. Scammers made 2 extra accounts we are trying to get removed)
PayPal: Dar1107 or Carolina Equine Rescue and Assistance
Zelle: 704-219-3559
Feed/supply Donations: Message for address

11/06/2025

But he isn’t. Just heavily invested in his sleep! 🤣 As shown the photo before this, he suffers from parrot mouth. He’s 21 years old, and the sweetest thing ever!

Come on out and meet him and give him some love!

Donation links

Venmo: Darlene-Kindle-1
PayPal: Dar1107 or Carolina Equine Rescue and Assistance
Zelle: 704-219-3559
Feed/supply Donations: Message for address

Nooooo he is NOT DEAD! Just sleeping.Oliver or “Olly”, is a 21 year old miniature horse who as seen here also suffers fr...
11/06/2025

Nooooo he is NOT DEAD! Just sleeping.

Oliver or “Olly”, is a 21 year old miniature horse who as seen here also suffers from Parrot mouth (real) and my favorite “sunbathing syndrome” (not real)!

Parrot mouth is when the top teeth extend over the bottom teeth. It can be hereditary, grown over time, or old age. Its managable, and he get soaked food. Like a human over bite!

And who doesn’t love to bask in the warm sun?!?

Still working on planning a “work day”, if you are interested please send us a message! Refreshments provided.

Donation links

Venmo: Darlene-Kindle-1
PayPal: Dar1107 or Carolina Equine Rescue and Assistance
Zelle: 704-219-3559
Feed/supply Donations: Message for address

Meet Ranger
11/05/2025

Meet Ranger

11/05/2025

An almost 2 year old peacock, with and all white female ( not pictured). He seems very intimidating but he’s not 🤣😉 Here at C.E.R.A we have more than just 4-legged occupants! A local to Monroe NC, NONPROFIT 501c3 Animal rescue! We also need volunteers for maintenance and chores, but also ones to love and brush, and spend time with them all!

Our current need is Pine pelleted bedding, Safe choice Senior feed with digestive shield, Timothy pellets, and Beet pulp shreds as our senior horses get 3 meals a day. Also monetary donations for Winter hay as we have 90 horse quality fescue bales left.

Donation links

Venmo: Darlene-Kindle-1
PayPal: Dar1107 or Carolina Equine Rescue and Assistance
Zelle: 704-219-3559
Feed/supply Donations: Message for address

Apollo and Hope flirting Yesterday Apollo had to be stalled in the main barn (since the run in stalls are still being fi...
11/04/2025

Apollo and Hope flirting

Yesterday Apollo had to be stalled in the main barn (since the run in stalls are still being finished) due to some hoof issues, light bleeding of his heel and frog due to the wet weather.

We are in need of “work day” where we have volunteers come help us knock out this run in before it gets colder and wetter. Contact us today if this is something you are interested in.

For professionals: we can give a tax donation receipt for your services!

We are also in need of donations for feed as well as the farrier at the end of the month, 28th. 10 sets of hooves at $50 a pop, sure adds up quickly.

Thank you to our followers and supporters!

Donation links

Venmo: Darlene-Kindle-1
PayPal: Dar1107 or Carolina Equine Rescue and Assistance
Zelle: 704-219-3559
Feed/supply Donations: Message for address

Address

W Sandy Ridge Road
Monroe, NC
28112

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