Our Gentle Giants

Smoke is a blessing beyond beliefe, at just over 16 hands he is the most patient, kind, and understanding friend a kid could want. He was generously donated by Dr. Davidson this summer and has been very buisy ever since. Even kids that are intimidated by his size quikly fall in love with his gentle way.

Blue

Blue joined the L5YR in October 2008 through the help of many generous donations. He is a very  gentle giant, standing at 16.1 hands, who was also the top Nebraska barrel horse in 2000. He had been here a little over a month when he developed severe colic, a condition that is a leading cause of equine death. Due to his extreme case, we were advised that if we were somehow able to get him up and in a trailer, and if he survived the trip down to Kansas State University School of Veterinary Science for a several thousand dollar surgery, then he would have a 20% chance of surviving. Our other option was to let him go and stop his awful suffering. We knew the story that brought him here did not play out so that he could die, so against the advise of our wonderful veterinarian, we stayed by his side and let him keep fighting. It is a true testimony for everyone that joined together in prayer that by the end of the day Blue was not only still with us, but also in great health. We have no doubt he will quickly become a ranch favorite. 

Hershey

Hershey was donated to us in August 2008 along with his pal Eddy the miniature donkey. They were rescued from a neglect situation by their previous owner who could no longer care for them. He's a cute little guy that fit right in and is working with some of the children that would rather buddy up with a gentle giant that isn't so giant.

Beau
Beau came to the Ranch in 2005. Beau is a ranch/roping horse who loves to be brushed and loved on. He is a beautiful 12 year old paint gelding with a blond mane and tail. He stands 15.1 hands. He was the first horse the L5 used in their youth programs and still loves giving rides to any kid that comes out.

Gus
Gus came to the ranch in 2005. Beau needed a buddy and now they are the best of friends. Gus was originally trained for team penning and truly enjoyed working cattle. He suffered a leg injury in 2006 and took a year off. Now he just wants to play and have someone groom and baby him. Gus is a beautiful 8 year old sorrel quarter horse gelding and stands about 14.2 hands. He is working into our riding program and is now caring kids around the arena.  

Mouse - April 2007
Mouse when we first got him in April, 2007. Mouse is definitely our gentle giant. Standing 15+ hands - he is a 4 year old quaterhorse gelding. He has a beautiful zebra dun with a two/tone mane and tail. Mouse came to us from the same rescue as Apache. He was also underweight and has some severe nerve damage to his lower lip. He loves attention and has a very laid back personality.

 Mouse - Update - 5/21/08
Mouse has gained weight and is looking good. His lip is completely healed and there doesn't appear to have any permanent damage. He has become very affectionate and always wants to be the center of attention. He has begun his training under saddle and is doing well.

  L5 Youth Ranch  

 PO Box 75 - Sprague, NE 68438 Telephone: 402.525.9963 or 402.525.9964

email: L5_Ranch@hotmail.com