SonShine on my Mind “Sonny”
Sorrel Quarter Horse
Estimated 15 years old (as of 2024)
15 hh
Gelding
Rescued 08/25/2024
Meet Sonny! Much like Teddy, he is a gentle soul with a heart of gold. Sonny arrived at Live Lucky Equine Rescue through a beautiful twist of fate. While much of Sonny’s life remains a mystery, we do know that he spent his recent years doing riding lessons at a farm in South Jersey. There was something that happened where that farm owner started to rapidly get rid of her horses and his prior owner swooped in and said she wanted to take Sonny. By doing this she too, also prevented him from going to auction and being an at-risk horse. His prior owner Mel was a loving owner who adored him, she loved him deeply but when life circumstances shifted, and she could no longer provide Sonny with the life she felt he deserved, she selflessly entrusted him to our rescue, ensuring his journey would be filled with continued care and compassion.
Though arthritis in his spine makes Sonny no longer suitable for riding, it doesn’t stop his spirit from shining. This gentle soul enjoys his days grazing in our pastures, loping through the fields with Levi and Teddy, surrounded by the peace and safety of his new home. Sonny’s story shows that not all rescues come from trauma; some, like his, are acts of careful prevention. By bringing Sonny to our rescue, his former owner ensured he would never be at risk, a fate that can unfortunately fall upon horses who, through no fault of their own, may one day face abandonment, neglect, or even the risk of slaughter. At Live Lucky, we believe that every rescue, whether dramatic or gentle, is a vital part of creating a compassionate world for horses. Sonny will spend his days grazing in peace and comfort, safe from the risks faced by so many horses in uncertain circumstances.
With your support, we can continue to provide lifelong sanctuary for horses like Sonny, giving them a future filled with safety, respect, and love.