New Life Equine Rescue and Lodge NFP

09/01/2026

09/01/2026

Looking back at these babies we helped
Seeing them happy and healthy makes all the hard work worth it. You donations mean the world to these guys .

08/30/2026

From ice queen to sweetie pie lol

08/30/2026

Throwback to my best nap ever!

08/30/2026

Diego is such a gentle giant. He watches over Jenga makes her feel loved and we love to see how he makes her feel playful and youthful.

08/28/2026

Looking back at these babies we helped
Seeing them happy and healthy makes all the hard work worth it. Your donations mean the world to these guys .

08/28/2026

Love to see anakins shenanigans and not acting like such an old man once in a while

08/27/2026

Welcome !🍂

As the the colder temperatures draw near, many horse owners are busy securing their winter hay supply. If you are considering purchasing round bales for your horses this winter—due to their cost-effectiveness and greater convenience for feeding pastured animals— remember that there are a few things to think about when choosing between square or round bales.

• Are you equipped/prepared to store your hay correctly?
Improperly stored round bales can lose much of their nutritional value and are also more susceptible to mold, dust, and bacteria growth, which can cause respiratory issues and even colic.

• Are your horses protected from botulism?
Round bales provide an optimum environment for the development of the botulism neurotoxins, which equines are particularly sensitive to.
Prevention of this disease through vaccination is critical, especially in areas where the condition is prevalent (such as Kentucky, Ohio, Maryland, Pennsylvania, California, and Tennessee).

• Are round bales a good choice for your horse?
Horses prone to respiratory conditions usually have increased problems with round bales due to their higher dust content.

• Can you secure high-quality round bales?
Not all hay is created equal. Be sure to choose high-quality hay to meet your horse's nutritional needs and minimize the risk of impaction colic, which increases with lower-quality, less digestible forage.

As always, your equine veterinarian remains your best source of information and advice—consult your horse doctor on best practices when feeding hay this winter!

08/25/2026

Interesting visitor this morning