Virginia Range Horses from Steamboat Area, South of Reno
Virginia Range Horses from Steamboat Area, South of Reno
The Virginia Range horses from the Steamboat area, south of Reno, have been part of a significant rescue and relocation effort. This article provides updates on their journey, including the birth of new foals and the establishment of a sanctuary to ensure their safety and well-being. These efforts highlight the dedication of organizations and individuals committed to the humane treatment and protection of wild horses.
April 18, 2014: Update on the Bachelor Band of 8
The website Horse and Man provided an eyewitness account on the Steamboat bachelor band, as well as the lone stallion. To see photos and to read more, please click here.
April 3, 2014: New Baby Born!
March 26, 2014: The Steamboat Horses Arrive at Their New Home!
These horses were removed from an area known as Steamboat, just south of Reno, Nevada. This lovely family peacefully lived in a neighborhood that prides itself on being horse-friendly. However, two neighbors who didn't like the horses had them picked up and removed. They have been rescued by Dr. Pat Colletti's newly formed Virginia Range Wild Horse Sanctuary. The family was picked up on March 26th and delivered to their temporary home. While separated for just a short time during the transport, the family was very happy to be reunited in a large pasture. Photo credit to Corenna Vance.
Special thanks to the Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries for its generous contribution toward the rescue of these horses.
February 13, 2014:
Today, Return To Freedom, American Wild Horse Sanctuary, has notified the Nevada Department of Agriculture that all 24 Virginia Range horses that have been offered to us for sale will be purchased and rescued.
This means that these horses will not be sent to the slaughter auction. The Steamboat family of 13 and a single gelding have found permanent homes. We have also secured a temporary holding facility for the Lockwood family of 9 and one of the single geldings, but we MUST secure permanent homes for these horses.
In addition, we expect NDA to notify us of an additional 9 geldings who are in need of rescue, and we will have to find placement for these horses as well.
January 2014:
