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For the latest information on which animals are currently available for adoption, please call (708) 258-3959 and we will be happy to answer any questions.

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Ginger

Age: 12

Breed/Sex: Mini Donkey Jenny

Suitable For: Pasture Buddy, can ride or drive with proper training

Limitations/Maintenance: Nothing

Adoption Fee: $750

Personality: Their previous owner loved them dearly but had to make the tough decision to surrender them to IHRWC due to health issues. Now, they are looking for a new forever home—we promised them we would make sure they go together.

Ginger, is a bit more outgoing and always being the first to say HI. She can also be the more stubborn one. With the right training, they both have the potential to be ridden or even pull a cart. If you're looking for a bonded pair, they are the perfect match!

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Maryann

Age: 13

Breed/Sex: Mini Donkey Jenny

Suitable For: Pasture Buddy, can ride or drive with proper training

Limitations/Maintenance: Nothing

Adoption Fee: $750

Maryann, is the quieter and shyer one, while her sister Ginger is a bit more outgoing. With the right training, they both have the potential to be ridden or even pull a cart. If you're looking for a bonded pair, they are the perfect match!

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Ambrose and Cornelius

She's My Kind of Crazy

1.5-year-old grade palomino filly (we believe they might be Standardbred/Quarter Horse cross based on conformation and movement as well as the other 2 fillies).
This beautiful filly is still learning to trust, but she’s showing progress every single day. She leads and ties well, though she can be difficult to catch when turned out (she has only been turned out alone so far). While we haven’t been able to fully groom her yet, she does allow us to pet her nose and brush her neck. We’re taking things at her pace and using a gentle, patient approach. She eats grain and hay well but hasn’t quite warmed up to treats—yet!

One Foot

1.5-year-old grade black filly with a white right hind fetlock (we believe they might be Standardbred/Quarter Horse cross based on conformation and movement as well as the other 2 fillies).
One Foot is our most timid of the three and is still very fearful of human interaction. She prefers to keep her distance in the stall. While she does lead and tie with some difficulty, she has not yet allowed us to touch her willingly. She’ll need a patient, experienced handler who understands that trust takes time. We’re committed to helping her feel safe as she begins her healing journey.

Age: 20

Height: 16.1 hh

Breed/Sex: Paint gelding

Suitable For: Pasture Horse alone,

Limitations/Maintenance: He is navicular and wears front shoes with pads to help keep him comfortable.

Adoption Fee: $500

Personality: This big boy came to us because his previous owners were moving out of the country. He would love a confident intermediate. He is navicular and can handle "light" work from a light rider. He would love a home where he could just live out his days alone in a pasture.

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Jinx

Age: Senior Gelding

Height: 15.1 hh

Breed/Sex: Grade Gelding

Suitable For: Companion Or Experienced Rider

Limitations/Maintenance: Will require soaked grain in the colder months.

Adoption Fee: $750

Personality: Jinx was an underweight stray we rescued in Crete, IL. He is at a healthy weight and is one of the kindest gelding we have ever had. He loves everyone he meets (horse or human). He is a low man in the herd and would love a quiet friend to live with.

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Vegas

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Age: 3

Breed/Sex: Holstein Heifer

Suitable For: Pasture friend for sheep, goats, horses, and cows.

Limitations/Maintenance: Nothing at this time

Adoption Fee: $400

Personality: Mavis is super loving and enjoys lots of treats. Pumpkin is her favorite! She loves being with other animals and would not do good at a home by herself.

Razny

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Agatha and Cordellia

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That's So Raven

2.5-year-old solid black grade filly (we believe they might be Standardbred/Quarter Horse cross based on conformation and movement as well as the other 2 fillies).
Raven has made incredible progress since arriving at our rescue. We suspect she’s had some prior handling, as she picked up halter training very quickly. She’s now confidently led—under supervision—by handlers of all ages and is great for grooming. Raven tolerates daily wound care like a champ and enjoys attention. She’s currently turned out alone and is easy to catch. This food-loving filly adores treats, though she does exhibit some food aggression. Raven does have an overbite, but it doesn't interfere with her eating. She's a smart, willing girl who continues to impress us every day.

Read the FULL story on these 3 fillies on our blog.