Cruze
Cruze is a Thoroughbred gelding whose path to healing has been nothing short of miraculous. He first came to Right Foot Ranch for training to address severe behavioral challenges—but he never left. Instead, Cruze became part of our herd and part of our heart.
We don’t know what happened in his early life to make him so withdrawn and angry. What we do know is that he arrived with a deep fear of touch, a tendency to bite and kick, and physical evidence of past trauma—fractured ribs, hip injuries, and nerve damage.
But Cruze chose to stay. And we chose to believe in his potential to heal.
With time, patience, and gentle care, Cruze is steadily reclaiming his body, mind, and spirit. His transformation has amazed everyone—including his former owner, who called it a miracle. We couldn’t agree more.
Cruze reminds us that healing isn’t always linear, and trust must be earned—but when it is, the results are extraordinary.
Fergus
Fergus is one of the most profound rescue and rehabilitation stores we’ve ever witnessed. When he arrived at Right Foot Ranch, he was 350 pounds underweight, severely neglected, and had endured unimaginable cruelty – including being set on fire. Defensive, shut down, and dangerous, Fergus had lost all trust in humans. Most likely he is a quarter horse.
Through unwavering patience and compassion, Fergus slowly began to let us in. First, he allowed us to approach. Then, to halter him. Eventually, he welcomed gentle touch. Today, Fergus has transformed into a vibrant, willing, and courageous partner. He thrives in liberty work and often roams the farm freely – without a halter or lead rope – choosing connection over control.
Fergus carries a deep, intuitive understanding of pain. He meets our clients with quiet strength and empathy, offering a safe space for healing and self-discovery. His journey reminds us that even the most broken spirits can rise again – with love, trust, and time.
Sephora
Sephora is a striking Mustang mare originally from the wild Jicarilla herd in New Mexico. Her journey began when she was gathered as a young horse and entered the Extreme Mustang Makeover—a national competition that gives trainers just 90 days to gentle a wild mustang for adoption. Sephora competed as an “in-hand” horse, meaning she wasn’t yet rideable but had begun groundwork training. Though her progress was promising, her nerves got the best of her at the event center, where she famously knocked over tables. She left without a ribbon—or a home.
A Mustang advocate saw something special in Sephora and paid the $125 fee to the Bureau of Land Management to secure her title. Sephora was then turned out on 1,000 acres to live freely, but her adopter believed she was destined for more. That belief led Sephora to Right Foot Ranch.
When she arrived, Sephora was deeply fearful of humans—so much so that she jumped a five-foot fence from a standstill just to escape. But with patience, empathy, and time, a language began to form between her and her new handlers. Slowly, Sephora began to see purpose in connection.
Today, Sephora is a smart, sassy, and intuitive therapy horse who reads people with uncanny precision. Her sensitivity and strength make her an extraordinary partner in equine-assisted therapy. The LCBC event marks only her third public outing, and we couldn’t be prouder of how far she’s come.
