Chapter Twelve (Chappy) - Available for Adoption
Chappy is a flashy 2008, 16.2 hand, Thoroughbred, gelding. Chappy was relinquished to the ILEHC by his caretakers when his owner suddenly passed away. Chappy was a decent racehorse having retired from racing in 2013 with 13 in the money finishes out of 36 starts, and with earnings over $42K. Chappy is very sweet, super quiet, and sound for any riding discipline. He is currently being trained in basic dressage and would make an excellent hunter or dressage prospect. Chappy also has lots of miles hacking around the farm and out on the trails. Chappy has very little or perhaps no sight in his left eye, however, it does not deter him from anything! He is very quiet and not at all spooky despite being visually impaired. Adoption fee $1,500.


Mr. Stein (Stein) - Available for Adoption and RRP Eligible

Stein is a gorgeous 2012, 16 hand, dark bay (nearly black!) Thoroughbred, gelding. Mr. Stein is by Einstein (BRZ) winner of more than $2 MILLlON and out of the Dynaformer mare, Heartache Dyna. This impeccably bred gelding did well on the racetrack and last raced September 1, 2018 at Arlington Park retiring with over $48k in earnings from 25 starts. Stein was rescued by the ILEHC in early 2019 from a kill pen in Stroud, Oklahoma. Stein was one of the unfortunate victims of his owner's mass disposal of racing and breeding stock. Unfortunately, only a few of more than 40 suspected horses that were sold to slaughter by this owner were able to be recovered from slaughter auctions or feedlots. Thankfully, the ILEHC was able to step up to rescue this beautiful, sweet, sound, and kind gelding. Mr. Stein is suitable for any riding discipline and is ELIGIBLE FOR THE 2020 RRP!!!  Trainers and Amateurs...better hurry to apply for this one!! Adoption fee: $1,500.


​My Pal Asher (Asher) - Trained and Ready for Adoption! 

Asher is a 2010,16.2 hand, dark bay Thoroughbred gelding.  Asher was relinquished to the ILEHC by his owner who was no longer willing to care for him. Prior to coming to ILEHC, Asher suffered a severe bout of EPM which left him with significant muscle loss to his upper right hind quarter. Asher has completed formal training and ready to start his new career.  Asher has received a clean bill of health and soundness from the ILEHC equine vet, and is suitable for most disciplines. Adoption fee is $1,250.  Pictures below but also visit ILEHC on Facebook to see Videos of Asher!
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Red Match (Red) - Available for Adoption



Red is a 1999, 15.3 hand, bay Thoroughbred, gelding. The ILEHC rescued Red from a kill buyer in December 2015. Red was on his way to slaughter in Mexico when the ILEHC was able to secure his last minute rescue along with that of his buddy, a senior Thoroughbred mare, named Around Marry Lou (who is available for foster or sponsor).
 
Red is a very good looking boy, who is quiet and has a super nice way of going. Red is now in good health and appears to be sound for any riding discipline. Red is currently available for adoption, $500.
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Red Match (front) helping mow the pasture.

Zingy Baronness (Zingy) - Available for Adoption
Zingy is a 1995, dark bay, 16 hand, Thoroughbred mare. Zingy retired from racing in 2001 having earned over $23k in 38 starts.  Zingy came to the ILEHC as part of a herd of horses relinquished by their owner who was no longer able to adequately care or feed horses. Zingy was extremely malnourished and underweight at that time, however, in just a few short months, she has been completely restored to excellent weight and health. Zingy does have a breathing issue that would prohibit her from being ridden, however, she is a very sweet mare who gets along well with other horses and would make an excellent companion horse for that special person who is interested in providing a forever home to a special horse very much in need of someone to just simply care for her and love her!  Adoption fee is $500.

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​Sharp N Appealing (Pee Wee) - Available for Adoption
Pee Wee is a 2006, 15.2 hand, dark bay, Thoroughbred gelding. Pee Wee had some minor race-training before as a 2 year old prior to being rescued by the ILEHC at a dispersal auction. Pee Wee is fully recovered from an injury that he sustained while playing in the pasture, and is suitable only as a companion horse.  Adoption fee is $500.


​Veloce - Available for Adoption

Veloce is a 1997, 16.2 hand, gray Thoroughbred gelding. Veloce is a super sweet guy who just loves attention!  Very quiet and easy going.  Veloce would be suitable only as a companion horse.   Adoption fee $500.

Lex's Legacy (Lexi) - Available for Adoption
Lexi is a 1998, chestnut, 16.2 hand, Thoroughbred mare.  Lexi retired from racing with nearly $14k in earnings in only 9 starts.  Lexi came to the ILEHC as part of a herd of horses relinquished by their owner who was no longer able to adequately care or feed horses. Lexi was extremely malnourished and underweight at that time, however, in just a few short months, she has been completely restored to excellent weight and health. Lexi is a sweet, calm and intelligent mare that would make a wonderful companion horse.  Adoption fee is $500.

Colonel Klink  (Colonel) - Foster

Colonel is a 2006 Thoroughbred gelding, was relinquished by his owner following an injury he sustained while racing.  Over 17.2 hands, this handsome boy won over $25,000 in 10 starts during his racing career.  Colonel has gone through an extended period of rest and rehabilitation.  He is not available for adoption but is a permanent ILEHC resident.  Please consider fostering this beautiful boy.  



​Regent's Hope (Reggie) - Foster

Reggie is a 2000, chestnut, 16 hand, Thoroughbred gelding. Reggie retired from racing in May of 2011 with over $136k in earnings in 49 starts. Reggie was clearly an exceptional athlete on the track and having retired sound after all that racing is testament to his solid conformation and ability! Reggie came to the ILEHC as part of a herd of horses relinquished by their owner who was no longer able to adequately care or feed horses. Reggie  was moderately underweight At this time Reggie is unavailable for adoption and will remain a permanent ILEHC resident.  Please consider fostering this wonderful horse.  
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INTERESTED IN ADOPTING OR FOSTERING?  Please see below, as it may answer some of your questions: 
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  • 1.  Please complete the adoption or foster application that is available at this site, under the Forms tab. Link to 
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2.  Return the completed adoption or foster application along with pictures of where the horse will be stabled and pictures of horse(s) you may currently have to the ILEHC.  You can scan and email the form to info@ilehc.org.  You can also fax the form to 815-366-8208 and follow the prompts.  The adoption or foster application will be reviewed.  Please be sure to include how we should reach you with any additional questions or request for further information. 

3.  Adoption fees vary. 

  Please refer to the bios of each horse, as that will give you summary of their background, age and abilities.