05/29/2026
Yesterday gave us a beautiful reminder of just how deeply connected, protective, and truly sentient these incredible beings are.
Our very pregnant Eagle Mountain mare, somehow managed to get out and join the main herd. Our working theory?baby Elena (our resident locksmith) likely staged a jailbreak!
What happened next was amazing to watch:
Mikayla the Protector: The moment Nala was out, Mikayla stepped into full “fierce mother protector” mode. Knowing how vulnerable Nala is right now, Mikayla kept her own body between the main herd and the heavily pregnant mare, refusing to let anyone get too close.
Elena the Sentry: While her mom held the line, baby Elena circled the perimeter, acting as a big, mighty shield to keep the rest of the herd at a safe distance. The amount of emotion I felt watching this It’s hard to put into words.
Separating them without stressing everyone out was a tough, delicate task. But heroes show up right when you need them! Thanks to an amazing volunteer who arrived at the exact perfect moment, we successfully guided Nala back over and safely into her birthing area.
The Aftermath
Mikayla was still worried about her friend , so we decided to let her and Elena stay in the adjoining paddock for the night.
They didn’t leave Nala’s side. Mikayla and Elena spent the whole night right against the fence line, keeping an eagle eye on their friend. As for Nala? You could just see it in her—she felt completely safe, watched over, and loved.
Horses don’t just react on instinct; they form deep friendships, show fierce loyalty, and look out for each other when it matters most. We are so grateful for our vigilant mares, our wonderful volunteer, and the beautiful reminder of why we do this work. 🌾
