Bentley · In Our Care · UC Davis — Lakeport, CA

"Bentley was born on 7/26/26 and was born knuckled over, a condition where the tendons in a foal's legs don't develop properly, causing the legs to buckle forward. Without intervention, a foal like Bentley would not be able to stand, nurse, or survive. We rushed him to UC Davis Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital, where he has been receiving around-the-clock care in their NICU for the past few weeks. His treatment estimate ranges from $4,300 to $4,700, covering equine medicine examinations, NICU Level D foal maintenance, diagnostics, and pharmaceuticals — and his treatment is ongoing. He will spend another week or so in the care of UC Davis if we are able to keep him there. When he finally comes home, we will have to wrap and unwrap his legs daily to support his tendons as they continue to develop and heal. We could really use your help buying the medical supplies he will need for his ongoing care. We would love to leave him at Davis a bit longer to give him the best possible start, but unfortunately we are getting close to being out of funds. We are asking for your help in this little man's healing journey — every donation, no matter the size, goes directly toward his veterinary bills, medications, and the supplies he needs to grow up strong and healthy."

Currently hospitalized at UC Davis — ongoing treatment · 2026

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Tottie · Forever at Hoofbeats Ranch · Lakeport, CA

"Tottie (registered name: Hot and Spicy) is an Otto breed mare born in 2021. She has a fused front left ankle but walks the pasture with quiet confidence and has a kind, gentle nature. Tottie will live out her days here at the ranch, where she is cherished and cared for every single day."

Sanctuary resident — living out her best life on our ranch · 2026

Tick · Forever at Hoofbeats Ranch · Lakeport, CA

"Tick was rescued from a kill pen. She arrived underweight, pregnant, and terrified of people and everything around her. She needs plenty of food, love, and a patient, kind hand to teach her that she is safe and loved. Tick will live out her days here at the ranch, where she will never know hunger or fear again."

Sanctuary resident — living out her best life on our ranch · 2026

Tack · Forever at Hoofbeats Ranch · Lakeport, CA

"We rescued Tack from a kill pen alongside two other donkeys. She came to us pregnant, very, very thin, and afraid, yet she was the first to show interest in making friends with us. The horrors these gentle animals must have witnessed in their former lives are devastating to imagine. We work with her every day to build trust and a bond. Tack will live out the rest of her life here at the ranch, receiving the care she deserves and knowing she is loved."

Sanctuary resident — living out her best life on our ranch · 2026

Toe · Forever at Hoofbeats Ranch · Lakeport, CA

"Toe is a young pregnant donkey who came to us in the worst shape — she would do anything to get away from us, shaking with fear. She was extremely underweight and arrived with painful wounds along her back. Since being with us, she has learned to trust enough to come say hello when we fill her water. She is slowly gaining weight and received the veterinary care she needed upon arrival. Toe will live out her days here at the ranch, and we will work every day to make sure she never feels unwanted or unloved again."

Sanctuary resident — living out her best life on our ranch · 2026

Banjo · Forever at Hoofbeats Ranch · Lakeport, CA

"Banjo is a 30-year-old gelding we pulled from a kill auction — injured, starved, and forgotten. Most people had given up on him. We refused to. With months of dedicated care, proper nutrition, and a lot of love, we brought him back to life. Banjo now lives out his golden years on our beautiful ranch, where he is adored every single day by a sweet 6-year-old little girl who calls him her best friend."

Sanctuary resident — living out his best life on our ranch · 2024

Miley · Forever at Hoofbeats Ranch · Lakeport, CA

"Miley came to us when her current owners couldn't afford the medical care she needed. She was struggling with severe breathing issues, so we rushed her to UC Davis, where she spent months hospitalized across multiple visits. Her treatment included a tracheotomy, wound debridement, and ultimately an arytenoidectomy — a complex surgery to open her airway. After surgery and a stay at an off-site rehab center, Miley finally healed enough to come home to The Ranch. She will need ongoing care for the rest of her life to manage her breathing, and her medical bills have been significant. Any donation to help with Miley's care is deeply appreciated."

Sanctuary resident — receiving ongoing medical care · 2025

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