Walter is available for adoption through our annual Homes for the Holidays!
Walter’s journey to Gentle Spirit Horses Rescue is one of heartbreak and resilience. When law enforcement arrived to seize neglected horses, Walter was found in a dire state, the worst of the surviving animals on the property. Locked away in a stall with three other stallions and left to die, Walter’s body condition score was barely a 1. Tragically, one of his companions didn’t survive long enough to be rescued.
The road to recovery was long. Walter endured months of rehabilitation, was gelded, and slowly began to regain his strength. However, his journey hasn’t been without challenges. He’s faced multiple injuries, including a broken jaw, and continues to struggle with maintaining a healthy weight.
Through it all, Walter’s spirit has remained unbroken. Friendly, gentle, and easy to handle, he enjoys being around people and seems to know he’s finally safe. Due to his past injuries and weight management needs, training and adoption have taken a back seat, but Walter has plenty of potential. With no ongoing physical issues holding him back, he could be trained for riding—with a sidepull strongly recommended to accommodate his jaw. His future vet should also be aware of his past fracture and take extra care during dental exams.
Walter is seeking a home where he’ll be well-fed, cherished, and given the love he’s always deserved. He’s a testament to the strength and kindness of horses who endure unimaginable hardships yet remain open to trusting humans again.
Could Walter be the one to complete your family? He’s ready to give his heart to someone who will give him the safe and loving forever home he’s been waiting for.
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Walter is available for adoption through our annual Homes for the Holidays adoption event where you can choose your own adoption fee.
Learn More at http://gentlespirithorses.org/holiday