MEET THE RESCUES
“Saving one horse won’t change the world, but it will change the world for that one horse.” -Unknown
If you are interested in one of our rescues we would be happy to discuss them in depth via messaging or phone.
If you are interested in a particular horse and would like to meet them to see if they are a good fit, we DO REQUIRE a submitted and approved adoption application. Our rescue is 100% volunteer. To manage our time efficiently, meet and greets are by appointment only.
Adoption fees are subject to change for sound horses- the more training they get, the more fees may increase with level of training.
The price you see below is their current fee.
Please see the adoption application below.
HONEY ANN (Annie)
Annie at her previous owner’s April 16, 2025
Annie September 29, 2025
Annie came to us on May 2, 2025 as part of the Fab 12 Crew. Annie is 22 years old, and stands 15.1h. We were told she doesn’t like women, but it is more of a personality type. She responds best when she has consistent work, and a partner who is her leader. She is not an in your pocket mare (yet), but she does like attention. She can be sassy around food, but we are working on that - it is most apparent when she is in a stall, but even that has gotten better. She is broke to ride, and working on a refresher. She has the potential to be an amazing trail partner, and we will keep working with her while she is with us!
ADOPTION STATUS: Annie is available for adoption!
Adoption Fee: $750
We are currently accepting applications for Annie at this time.
SEPTEMBER UPDATE: Annie went to foster for 6 weeks to see how she does with different people and other horses, while the foster awaited her filly to arrive (she wanted her gelding to not be lonely.) She does great with other horses that are higher in the herd status than her, but tends to be “over the top” around those lower in the herd. Annie is the type of horse that would be happy on her own getting her own attention (this doesn’t happen often). Annie also does CURRENTLY needs an intermediate or advanced person due to her food protectiveness, but we will continue to work on this while she is here!
OCTOBER UPDATE: Annie is going to another foster, a friend that adopted from us in the past. She has one of the other horses from the Fab 12, and will continue to work with Annie on her behaviors and helping to build her confidence.
IMA BRAVE CHICKEN (Rooster)
Rooster the day of his arrival June 25, 2025
Rooster July 10, 2025
Rooster came to us on June 25, 2025 as an owner surrender from Dane County. He was surrendered due to his owners health. Rooster is approximately 30 years old and stands about 15.2H. He does not act his age, he moves absolutely fantastic, and enjoys running everywhere he goes with the cutest lope. Although Rooster is broke to ride, with his age, he deserves to be retired - but the occasional relaxing ride around wouldn’t hurt. He is not on any maintenance medications, and doesn’t currently have any health concerns that we are aware of. He is up to date on his vaccinations, and just had his teeth floated. Speaking of teeth- his are in pretty good shape for his age, but will benefit to have some mash included in his diet. He is currently doing well on pasture. He loads into the trailer like a dream. Rooster can be difficult to catch, but once he is caught he is a good boy. He can be nervous around the vet and new people, but he tries SO hard to be a good boy. We will work on building his confidence while he is here!
ADOPTION STATUS: Rooster is available for adoption!
Adoption Fee: $500
We are currently accepting applications for Rooster at this time.
July 2025 UPDATE: Rooster is officially available for adoption. Due to the lovely Wisconsin weather we have not had the opportunity to fully evaluate him for rideability. He is said to be broke to ride, and behaves like a perfect gentleman when on a lead. He can sometimes be difficult to catch, but at the same time is willing. He doesn’t like to be in a stall by himself, but if he has a friend, he is much more relaxed. We are currently listing him as a pasture pet with the potential to ride. He was last ridden in fall of 2024. Once we do his riding evaluations, we may change his status to fit the type of rider he would be suited for, and may adjust his price accordingly. Don’t let his age fool you, this boy is sound, and currently no maintenance. He is spry for his age, and likes to trot where ever he goes!
AUGUST 2025 UPDATE: Rooster has really settled in and come around beautifully. He absolutely loves routine and predictability, but he loves kids even more! He will gently take a treat from a kid over taking it from the adults. We are working towards getting him “kid safe” to plunk around on their own. While he does great for giving pony rides, he is still a little more go than woah, so if we can work on that, I think he would love to have the light riding with kids job. We are going to test it out!
OCTOBER 2025 UPDATE: Rooster is going to foster where he is going to a companion, and learn to work on trusting! He is still available for adoption!
LITTLE BLACK LULU (Lu)
Lu on bath day September 1, 2025
Lu on bath day September 1, 2025
Lu came to us on August 27, 2025 as an owner surrender from Wisconsin, in the Grafton Area. He was surrendered due to his owner’s life circumstances changing. Lu is about 18 years old, and 14h tall. He is the biggest sweet heart that loves attention, but needs a little work in the confidence department. His previous job was a hunter jumper, and man is he a cute little mover! He loves the littles, and is looking for his next job! Lu does well with an advanced beginner, but did well will a beginner during evaluations.
ADOPTION STATUS: Lu is pending adoption!
Adoption Fee: $1,750
We are no longer applications for Lu at this time.
RESCUE AMBASSADOR
(NOT AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION)
NWR Sergeant Trooper (Sarge)
SARGE’S ARRIVAL - SEPTEMBER 3, 2021
July 18, 2025
Sarge was pulled from a Louisiana kill pen in September 2021, the day before he was to be shipped to slaughter, and right after Hurricane Ida went through. All we were told was that he was a yearling. He was the most fantastic horse we have encountered from the get go. Calm, curious, and sweet from the start, he still maintains those qualities to this day.
Sarge is a PERMANENT AMBASSADOR of North Winds Rescue. He not only the reason we started the rescue, but he is the face of the rescue. Sarge is the best horse to put in with our other rescues post quarantine, so we can see how the new rescues interact with other horses. It helps us establish how they will do with other horses, and what type of herd dynamic they will strive with. It is for this reason that Sarge will always call North Winds Rescue his home.
RESIDENT OF NORTH WINDS RESCUE HEALING PROGRAM
(NOT AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION)
NWR WYATT RIPP (Rebel)
Rebel’s Listing Photo November 7, 2023
July 18, 2025
Rebel came to us November 8, 2023 from a pen in Minnesota. Rebel was said to be 5 months old, who came from a South Dakota Reservation. He seems to have had limited contact with people and is very nervous, in fact, he just hid behind his “brother” Chief. We seperated the two for a little while, and Rebel quickly became attached to Gregory (Valorie’s son). Gregory was the first person he touched, and Gregory was the first one that he took a treat from. After that Rebel became VERY social. He loves attention, and he loves to smell your breath. When we listed Rebel for adoption, Gregory was very upset and we discussed him adopting Rebel. Another horse had always been “in the cards”, but not a baby. But when you see that type of bond - you can’t NOT nourish it. So, Rebel is now part of our forever family.
Rebel will be part of the North Winds Healing program, and Gregory’s horse. Welcome to the family Rebel!!