Shay

FOALED 2013

HEIGHT 17.2 hands

BREED / SEX Standardbred MARE

CARE REQUIREMENTS Handler experienced with blind horses Mashed Grain Sedation for hoof care

ADOPTION STATUS Available as a companion

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Meet Shay: A Gentle Giant Seeking a Loving Companion Home

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Shay is a magnificent 17.2-hand Standardbred mare who embodies grace and resilience. Foaled in 2013, this sweet-natured horse is not defined by her blindness but by her incredible trust and desire for connection. She is now looking for a special forever home where she can thrive as a cherished companion.

While Shay cannot be ridden, she has so much love to offer as a pasture mate and friend. Her calm demeanor and steady presence make her an ideal companion for another gentle horse.

Key Details About Shay

  • Foaled: 2013

  • Height: 17.2 hands (A true gentle giant!)

  • Breed: Standardbred

  • Sex: Mare

  • Status: Available for adoption as a companion horse

Special Care & Requirements

Shay’s blindness means she requires a specific home with an owner who understands her needs. Her ideal adopter is patient, kind, and has experience with blind horses.

  • Experienced Handler: Essential. She needs someone who can communicate confidently through touch and voice cues to help her navigate her world safely.

  • Diet: Shay does well on mashed grain, which is easy for her to consume and helps ensure she gets proper nutrition.

  • Hoof Care: Due to her blindness, routine hoof care can be stressful. She requires sedation for the farrier to ensure the process is safe and calm for everyone involved.

  • Home Environment: A safe, predictable pasture with consistent fencing (no barbed wire) and a calm pasturemate is crucial for her well-being.

Why Adopt a Companion Horse Like Shay?

Adopting a blind horse like Shay is a deeply rewarding experience. You are providing a sanctuary for an animal that deserves a life of peace and comfort. Companion horses offer unconditional friendship, reduce anxiety for other horses, and bring immense joy to their human families through their trust and spirit.

Interested in Giving Shay a Forever Home?

If you have experience with blind horses and are looking for a loyal, loving companion to complete your herd, Shay might be the perfect match for you.

Contact us today to learn more about the adoption process and to schedule a time to meet this remarkable mare. Help us find Shay the loving, safe home she deserves.