Chapter Twelve (Chappy) - Available for Adoption |
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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.
Thank you Heather Young for helping with Chappy's monthly expenses.
Thank you Heather Young for helping with Chappy's monthly expenses.
Soul Machen (Mac - but some prefer Soul) - Available for Adoption
Mac (Soul) is a 2015, 16.1 hand, off the track Chestnut Thoroughbred gelding. He won over all of his ILEHC humans and herd-mates with his heart of solid gold. Mac (Soul) had 46 starts, last racing in August 2021 and will be enjoying some well deserved down time to relax into his new life and second career. We already feel that he will make someone very lucky in a low level/pleasure horse home, he's amazing. Mac has had many professional training sessions and is available for adoption. Further assessment will be provided, keep your eyes on this fellow. $ TBD.
Way to Success (Winnie) - Companion or Foster
Way to Success (Winnie - a name selected by ILEHC volunteers) is a 16 hand, bay thoroughbred mare, last raced in 2020. Winnie had 7 starts but proved to be an impressing racehorse winning over $33,000 and placing in 5 of those races. An injury sustained during her racing career led to her early retirement and owner relinquishment. Winnie is still full of spirit and now enjoys kicking up her heels in the mare paddock and being pampered by ILEHC volunteers. Winnie is proving to be a sweet girl who very much enjoys love, attention and.... treats. Winnie is suitable as a companion or ILEHC foster horse.
Alpha Fox (Foxy) - Foster
Alpha Fox (Foxy) is a beautiful, 16.1 hand, 2005, dark bay thoroughbred mare. Foxy had a brief career racing but due to her notable breeding, impressive looks and kind nature came into her element as a broodmare. Foxy's breeding days are over and she is now sharing her sweet and gentle soul with the horses and humans of ILEHC. Foxy loves to be pampered with treats and scratches and would make an excellent choice as an ILEHC foster horse.
Red Match (Red) - Available for Adoption
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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. |
Red Match (front) helping mow the pasture.
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Zingy Baroness (Zingy) - Available for Adoption
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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
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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.
Thank you Jo Ann Spitzer for helping with Pee Wee's monthly expenses. |
Veloce - Foster
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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.
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Lex's Legacy (Lexi) - Rest in Peace
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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.
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Around Marry Lou (Marry) - Rest in Peace with your Best Girlfriend, Lexi
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Thank you Laura Kubik for helping with Marry's monthly expenses!
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Colonel Klink (Colonel) - FosterColonel 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.
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INTERESTED IN ADOPTING OR FOSTERING? Please see below, as it may answer some of your questions:
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.
- 1. Please complete the adoption or foster application that is available at this site, under the Forms tab. Link to
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.