Westside Stables

07/24/2026

And this, my friends, is why we have a saying, leave it like you found it. If a gate or barn door is open, leave it open; if it's shut, leave it shut. Had a rare evening out for a family member's anniversary celebration, and came home to find this mess.

06/01/2026

Nice article about SAIN in the Saturday paper. Other than my quote actually being in regard to Nevada, not Nova, it was well done.

Skagit Animals in Need started when an animal control officer found herself fostering nine horses on her own dime. Now it's a network of foster homes, volunteers and adopters giving

04/19/2026

When a young horse's first saddling goes well, that's when you know you've done a good job of preparing it for this stage of it's training and future riding life. I always hope for the best but expect the worst so I am not disappointed. Catalina took the saddle today for the first time as if she has been wearing it her whole life. That is a win for both of us.

01/28/2026

We are very sad about Smudge's latest challenge, but committed to caring for him as long as he can be kept safe and comfortable. Please consider a donation to SAIN towards his expenses. He turns 14 next month and is otherwise healthy, so could still live a long life.

01/09/2026

SAIN will have a table at these Disaster Assistance Centers -- at least both days in Burlington. We are trying to get Concrete staffed as well. We will be taking applications for assistance to address flood-related losses related to animals.

12/23/2025

You've all been so good about helping spread this vital information.

Now, we have an update.

Tuesday, 12/23 is the last day free feed will be available (2-6pm) at 13421 Farm to Market Road.

The feed is being moved to the Sedro Woolley Rodeo Grounds (24538 Polte Rd) and free feed will be available there from 10-2 next Saturday and Sunday.

Feed for horses, cows, pigs, goats, sheep, dogs, cats, guinea pigs, rabbits and even birds.

If your ability to feed your animals has been impacted by the floods and their aftermath, come on by and get what you need. Your caring neighbors want to be sure you're all taken care of.

12/18/2025

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Friends, spread this news around. Now open daily 2-6pm at 13421 Farm to Market Road.

There is a lot of feed at this site. Feed for horses, cows, pigs, goats, sheep, dogs, cats, guinea pigs, rabbits and even birds.

Don't be shy -- there's a lot there. And it's intended to help! It's there for you and your animals if you've been affected by the floods.

12/15/2025

Animal Assistance Available for Flood-Impacted Families: Whether you need help or want to help. Read on...

If you're struggling to care for your animals in the aftermath of the local floods, SAIN's Animal Assistance Program is here to help. We can provide funding for:

💓Veterinary care
💓Farrier services
💓Temporary boarding while you work to stabilize your living situation
💓Other critical animal care needs

If you need food for your animals, free animal feed is available through Skagit County's disaster relief site located at 13421 Farm to Market Road. Please check there first. If what you need is not available there, we can help.

If you're a responsible animal owner facing hardship due to the floods, we're here to bridge the gap during this crisis. Learn more and apply at: https://www.skagitanimalsinneed.org/animal-assistance-program/

Want to help your neighbors and their animals? Your donation supports emergency assistance for flood-impacted families working to keep their animals safe and cared for.

Donate here. Every dollar helps: https://www.skagitanimalsinneed.org/donate/ If you donate online, you can choose Animal Assistance Program to mark your donation specifically for this program. Or make a note of it on a check or in notes if you want to Venmo us ().

Our community takes care of each other—and that includes our four-legged family members. 💙

12/14/2025

Feeling relieved that the dikes held, protecting our part of the county, but sad for those whose homes were flooded. The horses that were evacuated have all returned, and the two evacuees we took in will be going home today, so things are starting to feel more normal for us (though I'll miss having this adorable little dude around!). So very grateful to our friends who took in horses for us, and to all of those who have worked so hard to keep us safe. Now bracing for forecasted high winds and more rain which will cause more flooding.