Gerda's Equine Rescue

CILLA & HANNIE (ADOPTED)

HALFLINGER-MARE-15 YRS. OLD- HH

These girls will make great family ponies. They ride and drive and are road safe. You can hop on them bareback with a halter and lead ropes and they are ready to go! They are super bonded and are only being adopted as a pair.

GUNNER (ADOPTED)

STANDARDBRED-GELDING-18 YRS. OLD-15HH

This handsome Standardbred would love a home as a husband horse with light trail riding! He goes out alone or with a partner and gets along with mares and geldings. He is very fond of men in particular! After his cart racing career, he became an Amish buggy horse and ended up in auction when he could not keep up with the demands of a cart horse. He is very handsome and is deserving of a great home.

SAINTLY BALLAD "ATHENA" (ADOPTED)

THOROUGHBRED-MARE-6 YRS. OLD-15.2HH

This beautiful dark bay OTTB was rescued from a LA Killpen a year ago. She has been in training in foster care since November in Warwick, NY. This magnificent mare is now shiny, filled out in weight, happy in turnout with her horse friends and perfect for the vet, trimmer and all routine grooming and handling. She loves learning tricks and going over obstacles-in hand. She would make a great partner for someone interested in horse agility. She was recently diagnosed with kissing spines so needs a home as a companion only. She loves the company of others in a herd and is pasture sound. She gets along well with both mares and geldings and has had a calming effect on some of the farms other nervous OTTB’s. She is barefoot and up to date on her dental, worming and immunizations.

TUX (ADOPTED)

MINI-GELDING-8 YRS. OLD Our mini Tux was an Amish pulling pony and our expert driving trainer, Herb Trombly, was so impressed with him! He knows all his commands and appears to love the work. He has been out of work for a while, but with a good trainer, he will be better than ever in no time! He is calm and gentle---stands calmly to be harnessed and is great for grooming and clipping. He is calm and gentle with kids too!

MAPLE (ADOPTED)

PALAMINO-MARE-10 YRS.OLD-13.1HH

ADOPTION DONATION WAIVED TO AN APPROVED HOME

Maple is a medium sized pony mare who is looking for a home with someone who has the time and patience to build a relationship with her. Her time in the slaughter pipeline left her very weary of people. She gets along well with others in the herd and would make a great companion.

CHESTERFIELD (ADOPTED)

STANDARDBRED-GELDING- 17 YRS. OLD-15.1HH

Chesterfield is a super sweet, easy going pacer. He does w/t/c and needs a confident rider who will be comfortable with his big stride. He goes out on trails alone or in a group and gets along well with both geldings and mares. He loves children and will soak in all the love and attention they will give him around the barn but is not a child’s riding horse at this point in his life. He is a puppy dog on the ground and is looking for someone to bond with.

SYDNEY (ADOPTED)

DONKEY-GELDING-5 YRS. OLD- HH

Sydney is the sweetest donkey you have ever met! He is only 5 years old and is great for the vet and trimmer. He loves people and has no issues with dogs or other animals.

TASHA (ADOPTED)

ARABIAN-MARE-20 YO-15HH

Tasha is an extremely well-bred Arabian mare who came to GER as an owner surrender. She is a brave trail riding horse who will go out alone or with others. She is calm and loving and is irresistible to fall in love with!

IBIS (ADOPTED)

THOROUGHBRED-MARE-23 YRS. OLD-15HH Ibis is a calm, easy keeper and gets along well with others. She is towards the bottom of the pecking order so would make an ideal companion for a low key horse. She is a wonderful ride and enjoys going out on trials with a partner.

GALLUP GIRL (ADOPTED)

THOROUGHBRED-MARE-12 YRS. OLD- 15.3 HHThis mare is about as sweet as they come! She is extremely loving and gentle with people. She is calm, super easy to handle and does anything asked of her. She is at the lower end of pecking order in a herd and gets along well with both mares and geldings. She is looking for a home as a companion only (an old track accident has left her knees swollen but pasture sound). She enjoys being pampered and spoiled and her kind and gentle disposition would make her a great addition to any family.

SEDONA (ADOPTED)

THOROUGHBRED-MARE-5 YRS. OLD-15.1HH
This sweet young mare was used as a broodmare after suffering an injury on the track. Her last baby was weaned and adopted last winter and we’ve currently rehabbing a bowed tendon in her front right leg. Once healed she will be available for adoption.

KARTER (ADOPTED)

THOROUGHBRED-GELDING-10 YRS. OLD-16 HH

This is a special horse, with tons of potential. He is a stunning 16+hh 10 yro. TB with loads of personality. He is working with our trainer Tess who says at this point in his training he will need an experienced rider to bring him along slowly and patiently and he will be one amazing horse!

FIREFOX (ADOPTED)

MINI-GELDING-5 YRS. OLD- HH

This handsome mini just underwent surgery to have the rest of an incomplete gelding finished. It may take a few months for his hormone levels to balance back out so we are looking for a home for him with only geldings. When the mares aren’t he is a sweet cuddle bug and will make a great addition to any far.

DESTINY (ADOPTED)

PAINT-MARE-20 YRS. OLD- 15 HH

Destiny is a gentle mare who no longer enjoys being ridden so is looking for a home as a companion. She is quiet and loving and very respectful on the ground to be and work around. She really welcomes the company of children! She gets along well with both mares and geldings is barefoot and is a quiet, easy keeper. If you are looking for an easy going companion she’s the girl for you!

MOONLIGHT SONATA & LIGHTNING (ADOPTED)

MINIATURE-MARE & GELDING-16 & 18 YRS. OLD

These minis came as an owner surrender and they are as sweet as can be. They are both calm and gentle, love being showered in love and attention and are great with kids! They are only being adopted as a pair.

SMILEY (ADOPTED)

STANDARDBRED-GELDING-14 YRS. OLD-16HH

Smiley is a big, very handsome Standardbred gelding with a big floaty trot. He has just come back from professional training to help him transition from being a cart racing horse to a trail riding partner. He needs a confident rider who will take the time to help build his confidence up out on the trails. In return he will be an amazing partner and the talk of the barn with his big smile and warm personality!

SCOUT (ADOPTED)

WARMBLOOD ARABIAN X-GELDING-10 YRS. OLD- 15HH

Scout is an owner surrender with impeccable breeding. He has been professionally started under saddle and needs a confident rider with the skill to bring him along slowly and with patience. He has good ground manners and is truly a big puppy dog who is eager to please and bond with someone. He will make a loyal partner in any discipline you choose to train him in.

EVIE (ADOPTED)

QUARTER HORSE-MARE- 4 YRS.OLD-14.2HH AND GROWING

This adorable horse came to our rescue from a kill pen at the tender age of three; she is now four years old. She stands at 14.2hh now and is still growing! Evie is full of potential; she has received a few months of professional training and she loves being out on the trails. She will go out alone or in a group and gets along well with mares and geldings. She needs a rider with the experience and patience to continue to bring her along.

VOILA (ADOPTED)

STANDARDBRED-GELDING-13 YRS. OLD- HH

Voila is a sweet Standardbred gelding who is transitioning from a driving to riding career. He is calm and sweet and will go out on trails with a partner. He gets along well with both geldings and mares and will continue to thrive as he gets more rides under his belt.

ELSA (ADOPTED)

SMALL PONY-MARE- 1 YR. OLD

Elsa is a very sweet pony mare who will be a great addition to any farm. She leads well, can be easily caught and haltered in the field, picks up all 4 feet to be trimmed and loves attention from people.

ARROW (ADOPTED)

SMALL PONY-GELDING-17 YRS. OLD- HH

This cute little pony was sent through several auctions before finally ending up at GER. The slaughter pipeline took its tole on him and he is learning to trust again. He will make a good companion for a family with someone wanting only that of him and time and patience to build his trust back up.

BUNNY (ADOPTED)

MUSTANG X-MARE-13 YRS. OLD-14.2HH

This full bodied mare is a wonderful ride both in the ring and out on the trails! Her ground manners need some work but with a little training and patience she will be blossom.

STELLA (ADOPTED)

PALOMINO-MARE- 15 YRS.OLD- 14HH

Stella is a full bodied pony who has a beautiful big trot and enjoys the trails! She needs a confident rider who wants to have fun with her as she herself is a strong forward pony. She is an absolute pleasure to be around on the ground and loves being pampered! She enjoys jumping and would be ideal for someone looking for a hunter pace pony.

APPLE (ADOPTED)

MINI-MARE- YRS. OLD-34"

Apple is a beautiful registered 34" mini mare. She is well mannered and easy to handle. Her best friend is Rose, who is the same height, color, and age as Apple. They would be a perfect driving team! Minis are so easy to train to drive.

VIZI (ADOPTED)

THOROUGHBRED-MARE-5YRS.OLD-15.3HH

This girl is stunning!! She arrived Summer 2018 from a kill pen, emaciated, and beaten up by other horses in the pen. Vizi is a super well-bred Thoroughbred, and she looks it now.

We found her breeder and were told that she broke off the top off her sesamoid bone during training as a 2yr. old. We have had her x-rayed and she is 100% sound. She should not be jumping courses but has no other restrictions. This mare is full of potential and is great on trails.

TEEDEE (ADOPTED)

Teedee is a 3 1/2 year old gelding that we rescued from a kill buyer the day before he was set to go to Mexico. He was sick and his tail had been eaten by the other starving horses at the feedlot. He was rescued with another mare Phyllis and went through quarantine for 3 months before they were well enough to come to GER. He has a sweet puppy dog personality and loves running around in the field and showing off his loving personality. He will be competing in this year's rescue to stardom at the world horse expo!

PENELOPE & BRIDGETTE (ADOPTED)

DONKEY-MARE- 1 1/2 YR. OLD- HH Baby Bridgette is a one and a half-year-old donkey who arrived from a direct ship killpen in PA with her mother Penelope. Bridgette arrived very sick after having been in the slaughter pipeline but is now 100% healthy! She has had her dental done and feet trimmed, and she is an absolute doll in every way. Her mom, Penelope, arrives terrified and you could not get near here. Donkeys typically never forget any experience they have had whether good or bad. I am sure having gone through the slaughter pipeline and protecting her baby the best she could had to have been exhausting and scary for her. She is SO much better now; she comes up to you for treats and allows you to pet her head. She will be great but needs someone with patience and who will not demand anything of her until she learns to trust. She is totally worth the wait! We are hoping to keep mother and daughter together.

MISHA (ADOPTED)

STANDARDBRED-MARE-19YRS. OLD-14.2HH

To say Misha loves kids is an understatement. If you're looking for a sweet mare for you and the kids or grandkids to mosey around on Misha is the perfect horse for you! She is an easy keeper and is excellent for the vet and trimmer.

CHOCOLATE & SHEILA (ADOPTED)

MINI-MARES- 10-12 YRS. OLD- 34" This bonded pair of mini mares came from a private home; we will not separate them. They are both beautiful despite their furry winter coats. They are not in their teens yet and could be taught to becoming a wonderful driving team.

ANGELICA (ADOPTED)

PONY-MARE-20 YRS. OLD-14 HH

Angelica has decided she would rather be fussed over then ridden and will make a great companion! She is a major lover of people and is impressive to look at with her one blue eye and bright color. She is a super easy keeper and is perfect for the vet and trimmer. She stands completely still on the cross ties to be groomed and soaks up all of the attention you will give her.

GUS (ADOPTED)

HINNY-GELDING-15YRS. OLD-13HH

Gus is a hinny gelding who is extremely wary of people. He would make a good companion and will need a lot of positive handling and consistency in his life. He needs a very patient person who is willing to give him the time and help he needs to trust again.

LANDINO (ADOPTED)

THROUGHBRED-GELDING-12YRS OLD-15.2HH

Landino has it all! He is handsome, athletic, loveable and well mannered! He has great potential on many levels; dressage, jumps a course and has a solid lead change when asked correctly. He goes out on trails alone or in company. We are looking for an experienced, confident, soft rider who wants a fancy athletic horse to bond with. He is currently located in Newfane VT with his foster/trainer.

ARTIC HEAT (ADOPTED)

THOROUGHBRED-GELDING-20 YRS. OLD- 16HH

Artic Heat is a handsome Thoroughbred gelding who is looking for a home as your next trail partner. He’s rock solid, enjoys going out alone or with others and is known for his non spooky nature. If you’re looking for an unbelievably loving partner Artie’s you guy. He needs at least an intermediate rider and is currently being fostered in CT at North Meadow Farm. To arrange a visit please contact GER (802) 874-7213 between 9-5.

CISCO (ADOPTED)

PONY-GELDING-8 YRS. OLD-13.2HH

Cisco is a super-fancy pinto w/t/c pony who needs an intermediate rider. He is super sweet with no vices and is great for the vet and trimmer and gets along well with other horses.

BODIE (ADOPTED)

PAINT-GELDING-16 YRS. OLD-13.3HH

Bodie is a full-bodied handsome paint pony who is broke to ride and does w/t/c. He is gaited and very comfortable. He is extremely people oriented and loving but is dominant in the herd.

HAZEL (ADOPTED)

MIXED BREED-MARE-5 YRS. OLD-15.1HH

Hazel was rescued from a killpen in PA two years ago as a 3 year old who had been roughly handled. She has been started by professional trainers and is now being ridden by one of our volunteers (Sarah) at UMASS Amherst 4-5 times a week. She does w/t/c and has been brave out on the trails. To top off her beautiful looks she is a beautiful mover and happy to learn. She will make a loyal partner for someone.

WILL & CHANCE (ADOPTED)

PAINT-GELDINGS-22 YRS.OLD-14.3HH These handsome paints geldings lost their owner to cancer at a young age. She was a beloved equine dentist from NJ who showered these boys with all the love and attention they could possibly ask for. They are looking for a home together where they can enjoy retirement. If you’re looking for someone super interactive and friendly to groom and snuggle with all day these two are the horses for you. They are a bonded pair and are only being adopted out together. We were awarded a Petfinder Foundation Senior Pet Adoption Grant for these boys that will cover the cost of shipping to their new home and a months supply of hay to send along with them to get them started!

ASPEN (ADOPTED)

PONY-GELDING- 15 YRS. OLD-12.3 HH

Aspen is a super sweet, in your pocket pony who is looking for a home as a companion. He is an easy keeper with no health concerns---he is just unpredictable under saddle so is being adopted as a companion only. He gets along well with both horses and minis and is good for the vet and trimmer. He loves being fussed over!

PIPPIN (ADOPTED)

MINI-GELDING-20YRS OLD-32” Pippin is a super cute little mini with a lot of love to give. He came to us from a kill pen with a horrific past that we only discovered once he arrived. Without going into the awful details we will leave it at he had been severely sexually abused. We raised funds for his surgery repair and had this 18-year-old tiny mini gelded at the same time.

SYDIN (ADOPTED)

ARABIAN-GELDING-6 YRS. OLD-14HH

Sydin arrived to GER as an intact stud who quickly became a gelding! He will need a home with someone who will give him time to bond; he was run through several auctions before coming to GER so arrived very mistrusting of people. He has never shown any aggression whatsoever towards people, just fear. He is lovely under saddle and will go out on trails alone (you can see videos of him on our FB page). Once he finds his person to bond with he'll be even more fun to ride!

IZZY (ADOPTED)

APPALOOSA MINI-MARE-15 YRS. OLD-34”

Isabel or Izzy is a sweet and adorable mini who was in a killpen suffering with an eye that needed to be removed. Shortly after her arrival, we had it removed and she is now happy and healthy! She is cute as can be and is good for the trimmer and vet. She enjoys being brushed and fussed over and is a devoted companion who loves to group groom with any horse who will let her!

ANNA (ADOPTED)

SMALL PONY-MARE- 5 MO. This lovely smart and sweet weanling is so adorable. She leads, picks up all four feet and deserves to have someone enjoy her at this tender age. She arrived at the rescue with her yearling half-sister Elsa, who has been invaluable at keeping her company while they await their new homes.

ROSE (ADOPTED)

MINI-MARE- 8 YRS. OLD-34"

Rose and Apple met each other here at the rescue and were immediately drawn to each other. Rose is a beautiful registered 34" mini mare. She is well mannered and easy to handle. Her best friend is Apple, who is the same height, color, and age as Rose. They would be a perfect driving team! Minis are so easy to train to drive.

SHEZA (ADOPTED)

QUARTER HORSE-MARE-17 YRS. OLD-15.1HH

Sheza is a knockout mare! She is a 17-year-old well bred, registered quarter horse. She has arthritis in her knees but that doesn’t stop her from being the most beautiful piece of eye candy you’ll ever see. She will make a great companion for a mare or gelding and will enjoy her retirement being loved and brushed!

STRAIGHT THUNDER/TEDDY (ADOPTED)

THOROUGHBRED-GELDING-13 YRS. OLD-15.2HH ADOPTION DONATION TBD Teddy is a roughly 15.2 hand Florida bred bay gelding born on 3/25/2006. Teddy's debut to the track life started on 6/12/2008 at the Calder Track in Florida, his first win was recorded on 10/3/2009 in New Jersey at Meadowlands, his last win was from Finger Lakes in New York on 10/18/2017 and his last career race was on 11/6/2018 in New York at Fingers Lakes. Throughout his racing career this warhorse had 150 starts at 10 different tracks over 10 years. He is at an amazing foster’s farm who is helping his transition from life on the track.

JADE (ADOPTED)

POA PONY-GELDING-7YRS.OLD-14HH

Jade is a kind and gentle guy with a funny and interactive personality. Everyone falls in love with him and his mustache! He’s an easy keeper, is great for the trimmer and vet and gets along well with both geldings and mares. He was recently diagnosed with uveitis, but he won’t let that stop him! He does w/t/c with an experience rider that can help him should he get stuck and would also make the ideal companion.

CLARA (ADOPTED)

MOLLY MULE-MARE-6 YRS.OLD-13.1HH

Clara is a sweet 8-year-old molly mule who is ready for her new home. She gets along well with others and will make an ideal companion. She is a bit reserved but will come around quickly in a quieter setting. She comes up to you in the field to get love and attention.

FIREFLY (ADOPTED)

MINI-MARE-1YR. OLD

Firefly is about as cute s they come! This youngster is super friendly and is looking for a home with someone experienced in bringing a youngster along! She leads well and gets along well with others.

SELIG (ADOPTED)

Selig is a 5 year old Rocky Mountain gelding that was born at our rescue. He is a 13.3Hh fancy pony with a playful personality. We've started his riding and driving training but he needs someone with experience to bring him to his full potential.

HAPPY (ADOPTED)

APPALOOSA PONY-GELDING-9 YRS. OLD-13.2HH

Happy is the perfect name for this beautiful appaloosa pony. He is as sweet as they come on the ground and gets along well with others. He is good for the vet and trimmer. We know he is broke to ride and will continue his evaluation once the weather breaks.

CRYSTAL (ADOPTED)

CRYSTAL IS A 17-YEAR-OLD 33” MARE THAT DRIVES AND RIDES. SHE HAS GREAT GROUND MANNERS AND ENJOYS BEING GROOMED ON THE CROSS TIES. SHE’S GREAT WITH KIDS AND IS INCREDIBLY LOVING. SHE IS REGISTERED.

BILL & WILL (ADOPTED)

PERCHERON-GELDING-13 & 14 YRS. OLD-17HH

These sweet geldings are as good as they come! Bill and Will are easy to handle, have a lot of experience riding and driving everything from a wagon to a sleigh and have exceptional ground manners. They are good or the vet and trimmer and pick up all four feet! They are only being adopted together and come with their harnesses and collars!!!!

ADOPTED

MARSHALL (ADOPTED)