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Gone but not forgotten
There is no doubt that horses bond with each other and feel grief and loss just as we do. We have witnessed many times the horses gather around a deceased friend. In one case a companion whinnied out loud just as her friend passed away. As each individual passes away we cannot help feel our heart break a little more each time. Jingles
Jingles was a quiet, pretty pony, abandoned in a forest and found by a neighbour when he tried to steal hay. Over the age of 30, Jingles fell ill quite suddenly on New Year’s Eve 2007. His best friend, Magic is inconsolable. 
Chanel
(1976 – 2007) On December 6th, 2007, the Refuge family lost “Chanel”, a beautiful, opinionated ex-racehorse who mothered and fussed over all the ponies, especially Jasper, her special friend, a blind young pinto. Chanel gave Jasper the confidence to play and prance without fear, and watching Jasper mirror Chanel’s every move was an exhilarating experience. We all grieve for Chanel’s loss, but none more so than Jasper and Chanel’s herd of ponies. 
Mikey
(1976 - 2003) Mikey was retired at the Refuge by loving owner. Words cannot express the loss of this incredibly affectionate pinto. Mikey had a character that was much bigger than the body he inhabited. His unexpected departure has left a gaping wound in our hearts and void in the herd, that no one has yet attempted to fill. He will be terribly missed as herd leader, especially by his buddy, Little Black and all who had the good fortune to know him. Bonnie
( - 2006) Was a 21-year-old Warm-blood. This large yet timid mare had Cushings. She was placed in a home but was returned to us when the situation changed. 
Buckey
( - 2007) Was a 30+ Buckskin gelding. This senior equine suffered neglect at the hands of an ignorant stable owner. 
Scotty
(1982 - 2007) Standardbred gelding. Originally a racehorse whose career ended because of bleeding lungs. Brought to the refuge after he was found starving in an open field at 30 degrees below zero, without food, water or shelter.
 Kazar
Was a 24-year-old thoroughbred gelding.
This ex-racehorse did years of show jumping before working at a rehab centre for handicap children. 
Dieter
Was a 24-year-old Warm-blood. He was retired by his owner after many years in the show jumping ring. 
Excalibur -
Died at the age of 27. A kind a gentle soul who spent seven years at the Refuge. Montego Bay -
Died at the age of 38. He was a school horse whose owners kindly placed him with the Refuge at the age of 25. He enjoyed almost 14 years of a well-deserved, peaceful retirement. Willy -
Died at the age of 32. He spent the first 18 yrs. of his life being passed from owner to owner. His last owner loved him dearly and entrusted us with his care when it was time to retire him. Jolly -
Died at the age of 9. A broodmare rescued by the Refuge. Her two daughters Sarfi and Baby Fawn remain at the Refuge. Honey-Bear -
Died at the age of 19. A sweet gentle pony with a very big heart. Quick Limerick (Quickly) -
Died at the age of 20. Broodmare finally retired at the age of 19. Spent her last year in peacefull retirement which was long overdue. Kiara -
Died at the age of 20. Her untimely death shocked us all and burned a mark in our hearts forever.
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