SPONSOR A HORSE DURING COVID-19

Why Sponsor a Horse at Back of Beyond?

Back of Beyond has 12 horses in need of support. Many of these are old, rescued and retired horses and ponies. These special horses are an integral part of our summer Christian Ministries, Biblical Counselling and individual sessions. All these programs promote the saving hope of the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

In a normal year, we generate income to support the horses and the Ministry through wagon/sleigh rides, camp programs and school groups. However, as you can imagine, this is not a normal year. Despite the sudden and unforeseen absence of regular income, the horses continue to need food, medicine and care. Back of Beyond does not qualify for any government assistance and is looking to the public for help.

We are offering a sponsorship opportunity for interested individuals. When you sponsor a horse or pony, for a month, at $300 (the actual cost of feed, bedding, hoof trimming, vaccinations and veterinarian care) you receive an update and a photo.  Sponsors can schedule in-person visits to develop your own horse connection for that month. Please call or email when you want to visit so that we can be sure to accommodate you and maintain social distancing protocols.

Click on a horse to learn more about them!

Tom

Tom

Slow, careful, sweet and kind are the best words to describe Tom. Really a big charmer.

Duke

Duke

Duke loves to run everywhere he goes. He is high energy and very friendly.

Eddie

Eddie

Eddie is the leader of all the big black Percherons. Also known as Steady Eddie he is one of our favourite sleigh horses.

Phoenix

Phoenix

Tall, dark and handsome; Phoenix is the most gentle of all the big boys.

Betty

Betty

Betty is cute as a button and pleasingly plump. She does not pull the sleigh anymore because she has azoturia. Azoturia, or tying up as it is also known, is a muscle metabolism condition found in horses, often during or after exercise. This results in muscle cramping of the muscle groups along the back and hind-quarters of the horse. The muscles contract and then do not relax causing pain and stiffness. So, Betty leads a relaxing life just walking around with children. No more pulling the sleigh for her.

Brady

Brady

Brady is always looking for something to eat and loves to hang out with his sister Betty. He is also a team player and helps to drive the smaller sleighs and wagons with Betty.

Damascus

Damascus

Also known as Big D, Damascus is a big energetic fun-loving guy. He is always one of the first to come for food.

Apollo

Apollo

Apollo rules - he is the top horse over all of Back of Beyond. He is getting older now, but even so, in his mind he is young. He came as a boarder years ago belonging to someone else - his personality was large but his owner outgrew him and was happy to settle him at Back of Beyond. Apollo is a great teaching horse and an excellent leader. He takes care of his herd really well and is best friends with Damascus. He is always up for a good brush and loves to participate in arena activities. He does not like the hose or fly spray!

Velvet

Velvet

Velvet came to Back of Beyond from the SPCA and right away had her foal Tilly. Velvet wanted to have her foal outside where she had lived all her life, but Cathy insisted she have the baby indoors. Velvet has a weight issue and needs periodic medication to help her stay healthy. Velvet is really friendly and adores being brushed. She will stand anywhere, anytime to be brushed. Her fluffy mane is one of her most striking features and needs lots of brushing. Velvet loves to roll in a nice pile of sand whenever she has the chance.

Beau

Beau

Beau is really striking with his black and white coat and two blue eyes. Beau’s story is a little sad. He was abandoned in a field when somebody found him and saved him. We heard about him and his situation and brought him home to Back of Beyond. Once Beau came to Back of Beyond we found out he had really bad teeth – he’d never gone to the dentist before! Once we fixed that he flourished. He has quite the bounce in his step despite his older age (well into his twenties) and some foot issues. Beau is very friendly and loves people… most of the time. He does not like to be bossed around. He prefers a gentle, respectful handler and responds to them with perfect manners.

Muffin

Muffin

Before Muffin came to live with us she belonged to a little girl with Autism. Muffin was a very special pony to her, however, since Muffin is so small the little girl outgrew her. So Muffin needed a new home.

Once Muffin came to Beyond of Beyond she settled right in and quickly found lots of new children her size to love her. With new children coming each year Muffin will never be outgrown again.

Muffin has Cushing’s disease and requires medication every day. Left untreated she would not survive. Muffin is just like her name, cute and cuddly. She loves to be brushed and is really steady and quiet. Despite her small size Muffin is a strong contender in her herd, proving that small is mighty!

Jackson

Jackson

Jackson came to Back of Beyond as a retired show jumper with really sore front feet. Over the years we have him back to being barefoot (no shoes) and he is pretty happy. He is really big (17 hands) and requires a lot of extra food to maintain his weight especially in his old age. His teeth are also getting worn out with age.

He is a really friendly horse and likes to connect with one or two people instead of large groups. Best friends with Damascus. Chestnut has some skin issues that require medications on a regular basis.

He is really enjoying his retirement and has made some special connections at Back of Beyond.

Donate

We have calculated the average monthly cost per horse for general routine care is around $300.00 but whatever you are able to donate would be a blessing to us. You can simply use the Donate button below or send an e-Transfer to bkbeyond@vianet.ca




Sponsor A Horse

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Our Horses

Most of the horses at Back of Beyond are rescued or retired show horses. Their riding days are over. They still, however, have much to give and many things to teach people, young and old. For the horses who call this place home, Back of Beyond offers a safe haven, a gentle hand, and a life purpose.

Our Sponsor Program

While many of our regular income-generating programs are closed for COVID19, sponsoring the care of one of our horses enables us to ensure quality care for them. Your support will help with the cost of feed, bedding, hoof care, vaccinations and veterinarian bills.

Sponsor Benefits

  • Receive updates and photo of your horse
  • Come for scheduled onsite visits to develop a connection with your horse
  • Stay connected through Facebook Live Events

Social Media Updates

Sponsors will be able to stay connected with us and their sponsored horse through Facebook Live Video Updates. Every week we will create a Live with one of our horses giving you the opportunity to check-in and chat with us.