The Rescue

AT FLATHAT RANCH

Second Chances.
Stronger Bonds.

Rescuing, rehabilitating, and rehoming misunderstood horses —

The Rescue at Flathat Ranch helps rebuild trust, form new bonds, and thrive in their forever homes.

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The Rescue at Flathat Ranch is founded
with years of dedication to horses in need.
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ABOUT US

At The Rescue at Flathat Ranch, we are dedicated to rescuing, rehabilitating, and rehoming misunderstood horses facing behavioral challenges or a lack of training—horses often overlooked due to fear, frustration, or miscommunication.

Through patient, relationship-based methods rooted in natural horsemanship, we focus on building trust, confidence, and clear communication between horse and human.

Our mission is not only to help horses find a second chance but to ensure they are matched with partners who are committed to continuing the language of connection we’ve established—creating lasting, respectful bonds and brighter futures for both horse and human.
Joel Aguilar - President
Raissa Wilkes - Treasurer
Kristi Ormsbee - Secretary
- The rescue, rehabilitation, and care of misunderstood, untrained, and abandoned horses.
- Promoting responsible equine care and welfare.
- Educating the public about horse rescue, training, and rehabilitation.

CURRENT HORSES

Tater Tot

Tater is around 14-15 years old and a mix of Saddlebred and Peruvian Paso. He has such a friendly and goofy personality and is broke to ride, but we are just working on finding and fixing any holes in his training. He was recently part of equine therapy program, but he needs a single partner that will be committed to him instead of working with various partners throughout his days. He seems to really enjoy trail riding and we would love to see him go to a home where that will be his main focus.

Adoption Fee: $3000
Emmie

Emmie is a 3 year old registered Arabian mare. She came to us with very little handling, and not much exposure to life outside of a stall. In the short time she has been with us she has already started to relax, learn her basics of leading & round pen work, getting used to being touched, and also taking time to learn how to exist with other horses and enjoy more space to run around. We look forward to watching her progress in her training, learn to be calm and confident, and to put on quite a bit more weight!
Adoption fee: $2000
Cricket

Cricket is a 6 year old Arabian mare who looks to have had a pretty rough start to her life. She is good for being saddled but gets sore in her hips after a while of working. She may be ok for very light riding, definitely fine for ponying and leading. She would also be great as a companion.
Adoption fee: $500
Jasmine

Jasmine is a 20-something year old little pony mare who came to us when she ruptured her eye and needed to have it removed. We were able to get her the surgery she needed and she has recovered like a rockstar. She is the perfect balance of sweet and spice, and unless she finds an absolutely perfect new home, will be staying with us as an adorable little “spokeswoman” for our rescue.
Adoption Fee: $1000
Bandit

Bandit is a 20-something year old mini donkey that came to us with severe hoof neglect. He is a super sweet little guy and is already getting better at having his feet handled and his hooves are looking much better after several progressive trims.
**PENDING**
Adoption Fee: $1000
Smokey

Smokey is a 20-something mini mule that came to us with severe hoof issues and clearly in a lot of discomfort. We are working on getting him feeling better before we even start any sort of training.
Adoption Fee: $1000
Kai

Kai is an approx. 6-year old mustang that came to us after his owner was relocated out of state and couldn’t take him. We have taken him out for a few rides and he is doing fantastic. He needs miles and exposure, but so far has shown us he is brave and level headed and ready to explore. He is a smaller horse, around 14 hands, so will need a smaller rider. But this little guy is going to make an AMAZING partner for someone.
Adoption Fee: $5,000