| |
Last
Name First (3yr)
Thoroughbred mare - chestnut.
|
Jackpot
(13yr)
Arabian gelding - 14.3 hands. Bay with white star and snip. "Jack"
is a terrific horse. He does it all: Western, English, Dressage.
Current owner states he may have been raced in the past. Very
healthy and sound, Jack is also up to date on all shots. He loves
people but has not been getting along with the owner's other horse.
Located in Racine, WI. Update (2/11):
Now located in Trempealeau, WI. His foster family
has this to say about Jackpot, "He’s about 14 hands,
slim and elegant, fine-boned and a beautiful, very ‘Arab’
head. He’s medium bay (brighter than a lot of Standardbreds,
but not real red) with a white star+ a squiggle, varying amounts
of white on all four legs, with striped hooves. He’s got
a very fine, soft coat, and a naturally full, long tail. Tons
of energy, but he settled down as soon as I let him out of his
stall to mix with the others. So far, no signs of fighting, picking
at others, etc. He will probably be somewhere close to top dog
when this all shakes out. Very easy to handle (point at his foot,
and he picks it up); easily approachable, naturally curious. Likes
to rub his head on people, loves to be groomed. In spite of having
a reputation from his previous stable, I have done all his care
for his cut on his leg (except the stitches, of course) without
any problem or tranquilizer, most of it without anyone even holding
on to him; and he loaded in the trailer for the first time in
years after only a few minutes. I see him as being excellent for
an experienced horse person." UPDATE
FROM FOSTER FAMILY (3/28): Have been riding Jack; he
is a real sweetheart. His manners are excellent, and he responds
perfectly to voice commands. Picks up his canter leads right on
cue, and wants to go, go, go! His gaits are very nice, and although
we haven't tried him with a bit yet, I can feel that he would
be easy to take to the next level as far as dressage. He already
has that floating extended trot, and just a little work and he
could be collected and working like a dream. We have been riding
him Western, too, and he neckreins, and settles into a nice lope
right away. He hasn't spooked at anything around here, and we
have plenty to spook at, but he always on "maximum perk"
when he's going someplace new. He's usually the first one to start
the jump and skitter around the pasture, but has been steady under
saddle, so what can I say? He hasn't had a halter on for weeks,
because I lead him in and out of his stall with a handful of mane
for a lead rope. Stands stock-still to be saddled, and puts his
nose right into the hackamore.
|
Copper
Cadet (8yr)
STB gelding - 14.2hh - bay. Cadet has a lightweight build. He
is a quiet, nice, sound horse who was raced last year. He has
had some hours under saddle but still needs training. Okay to
turn out. Call the ASAP office for more details. Now at the ASAP
farm! Update (3/21):
A copper gelding who is one of the most beautiful horses ever
to come through our program. He has low head carriage, which is
so desirable for many who desire to adopt riding horses. We have
begun preliminary saddle training with him. He is truly "eye
candy."
|
R
Quick Sketch (5yr)
STB mare - 14.3 hh. Light bay. This small and dainty mare is being
returned to the program. She was never raced and has a good disposition.
More information to follow. UPDATE
(3/21): Now at the ASAP Farm! R Quick Sketch
is a sweet little filly who is naturally curious and friendly.
She had displayed some behavior problems in her previous adoptive
home, but as of yet ASAP has not encountered the same problems
with ground manners. She is very small - about 14 hands or a pinch
better, and has a sweet little head. She is best friends with
Fox Valley Whitney!
|
Ultimate
Sam (10yr)
STB gelding - bay. Sam and "Grady" are together in foster
care, and Sam is a little more dominant in a herd. He also likes
to get up and go. The teen girls have been riding him, and he
is a horse who would love to do speed events or competitive trail
riding. He is a true athlete with a lot of energy! Update
(2/20): It is unbelievable that
Sam is still here at the ASAP farm - this horse is completely
sound and well trained to ride - and has positive energy that
means he wants to GO GO GO. He is demanding of attention, too!
He loves it when people give him all the loving, and will take
it if it is not immediately shown him!
|
Samba
Gelding. Just arrived at ASAP farm. Contact Susan at asapinc@mwt.net
for more information.
|
Maximalist
(6yr)
STB mare - pacer. 15.2h - dark bay with no markings. Raced as
a 2 year old at Balmoral. Had a foal last year but owner does
not want bred again. She had a hard time and was very thin. She
is low on the totem pole and the other mares push her away from
the food. Maxi is a real gem--very very mellow with no bad habits.
She had accident when buggy overturned and she is stiff in the
legs but not lame. She is very calm and pleasant, current on vaccinations
and hoof trimming, but probably needs her teeth floated. Previous
owner thinks she will be fine for light riding, though, and easy
to train to saddle. Now at the ASAP farm!
|
Family
Counsler (6yr)
STB gelding - 16.1hh. Barn name is Sigi. He is a 16.1h, bright
bay gelding with two hind socks, pin fire marks along both rear
suspensories, a front cuff and the cutest little star on his forehead.
He has good ground manners and is not dominant. He loves to play
and eat. He is starting lateral work in walk and trot. He should
be starting his canter work soon. Still has some rough spots.
Needs an intermediate level rider right now. His gaits are good
and his walk and trot are like riding a cloud. Contact ASAP office
for more information.
|
Buddy
Quarter Horse - 14.3 hh. Chestnut with blaze. Buddy has a petite
build and very good manners. He loves people and is easy to catch
in the pasture. Up to date on vacs. Broke to ride but he could
use a refresher course. NOW AT THE ASAP FARM!
|
Always
and Forever (4yr)
 
Sound Standardbred gelding. This SUPER SWEET 4yr old is waiting
for a special adopter. He should have been a big puppy rather
than a horse! He is the first one to greet you when you walk up
to the back paddock and buries his face in your arms. When we
first saw Always and Forever, he was a little guy, but he's grown!
He now stands all of 15.2 hands and is quite handsome (cute white
patch on forehead). He has gone through saddle training with Ray
Waters. Now at the ASAP farm in De Soto!
|
Incredible
Future (9yr)
 
16 hand STB gelding - Future has been in the ASAP program since
1995 - he set a new lifetime mark at Springfield, IL as a three
year old before sustaining an injury to his leg that would end
his racing career. He is gentle and sweet but can be dominant
in a herd. He has not had any consistent riding for a year or
more, so needs a firm but loving hand to get him back in gear.
In West Bend now - call office for more details. He set a lifetime
mark at Springfield, IL in 1995 (I believe it was that year) as
a three year old, and he's been bouncing ever since retirement
from racing. Please call and care. UPDATE
(5/3): He is now in Trempealeau, WI, at a foster family's
home, and they report he is a wonder--actually, they call him
The Incredi-Bull! Although he was a pushy, nippy horse when they
took him in, with some patience and plenty of activity, the Incredi-Bull
has settled down to be a responsive, hard-working horse. He is
bonding with their own horses and any ribs that showed are filling
in with all-he-can-eat round bales. Updated pictures soon!
|
|
Man
the Ship (3yr)
STB gelding out of Armbro Cadet and Finely Tuned. NEVER raced
so is very sound. His nickname is Manny. Has a very good disposition,
but just can't make the grade for racing. UPDATE
(6/02): Now at the ASAP farm! Man the Ship is a stunning
mahogany bay - around 15'1 hands - in great condition and never
raced. He is trained to drive, but has not yet been ridden. He
is young (3) and sound and won't be at ASAP very long!!!
|
JW's
Lite 'n' Power (7yr)
STB gelding. 16hh - Beautiful head and conformation. Last raced
in 2002. Well mannered and friendly, according to previous owner.
The foster family has done a fantastic job with JW. He is now
saddle trained to the point they say he may be a beginner's horse.
Call the ASAP office for more details.
This horse would be a great beginner's horse for an older child,
or a steady, quiet horse for anyone. UPDATE
(5/15): JW
is now in foster care near Janesville, WI. He is going
through extensive evaluation of his suspensory ligament, and will
not be ready for adoption until mid-summer. Please call the ASAP
office for more details.
|
Fury's
Honey Bee
Aged mare who is in need of a forever home. This "honey"
may be older, but she is still a great companion and a light riding
horse. Her owner states that she has been trained for light trail
riding, and she still has enough get-up-and-go to occasionally
run across the pasture and do a little spirited play with the
other horses. She may see shadows in one eye, but she can get
around obstacles just fine. Please call the ASAP office for more
on this mare.
|
Allie
(2yr)
STB mare - blue roan. 14.2 hh and growing. She has a scar on her
back leg from a run-in with a fence but she is sound. Professionally
halter broke, stands well for the farrier and loves people. Located
south of Bloomington, IL, with Buddy.
|
My
Dream Kennedy (14yr)
STB mare - 15.2hh. This lovely all black mare was never raced.
She is broke to ride, although she hasn't been ridden recently.
No vices. She currently shares a pasture near St. Louis with Miss
Royal. UPDATE (5/8): Now
at the ASAP farm! A pretty black mare, but a stinker to catch
in pasture! The foster family spent 45 minutes trying to catch
her the other night. Once caught - no problem. She will be saddle
trained soon. At the ASAP farm. this slick, black mare is in outstanding
condition. She is beautiful and sound. She is a bit aloof, and
doesn't always come right away, but does submit for grain. My
husband can catch her rather effortlessly. She last raced in 1989,
and was purchased by an Illinois harness horse owner and trainer
in 1991, where she was a brood mare. So Kennedy has been a bit
"out of the loop" when it comes to being ridden or driven.
She should quickly remember her training with some consistent
ground work and handling. As breathtaking as she is, she won't
be at ASAP very long! UPDATE (5/25):
It has been about two weeks now since My Dream Kennedy came to
ASAP. We have had the opportunity to reevaluate her and have found
the following: *** she is difficult to catch when turned out!
*** she responds well to men - Craig can walk right up to her
and say "Whoa, mare!" and she stops. For Susan, uh...
different story! *** Kennedy is timid - seems a bit shy when working
around her head. Easily spooked. *** Kennedy is breathtakingly
beautiful - a true trotting horse - no sign of a pace *** she
is definitely not for any type of beginner - a good horse for
someone who wants a bit of a challenge to earn her trust *** Susan
has to show this mare some grace - she was with the same owners
for at least 14 years and is traumatized by the transitions she
has experienced and not interested in bonding with anyone at this
point, although she warms up to the men more readily.
|
|
Pa
Pa's Belly (7yr)
STB mare - bay with white star. 15hh. Extremely beautiful and
has a muscular build. Sound. Located in McGregor, Iowa, with Rocking
Standout. This mare shows a slight "gimp" when asked
to trot or canter.
|
Idlewhile
Coltster (5yr)
Standardbred pacer - 16+ hands - bay. Easy to handle - trainer
has had this horse since age one. Bowed tendon in front. This
very large horse (all of 16 hands) has a wide chest, is stocky,
and flashy as all get-out! He has a beautiful head and his bowed
tendon is making a speedy recovery as it heals. Excellent saddle
prospect!
|
Falcon
In Flight (8yr)
STB gelding - bay with two white socks and a star. 14.2hh. Last
raced in September, but Falcon pulled a suspensory and has been
on stall rest since then. He needs about four more months of rest,
but can be turned out in a small paddock at this time. He is a
quiet horse with a good temperament. At the moment, he's on the
thin side as a way to keep extra weight off his injured leg. Located
in IL. UPDATE (5/25): Now
at the ASAP farm. This is a petite horse who seemed to bond instantly
with Tristinette, but now his main heartthrob is My Dream Kennedy.
He spent much of Saturday chasing after the black beauty! This
amazing gelding earned almost a QUARTER MILLION DOLLARS during
his racing career! At eight years old, he still has 20 or more
years to offer YOU as a pleasure horse. To watch him trot and
gallop across the large arena is a privilege.............his tail
held high and head up and neck arched, he almost has some Morab
qualities about his conformation! He is also cantering in a collected
manner right now (as he chases My Dream Kennedy).
UPDATE (6/02): Vices:
Temperament-wise, there are no vices when handling him. He is
calm and loving and gentle - trailers well - stands quietly when
tied - you can rub him anywhere and his lip goes up in enjoyment!
The little vice we need to communicate is that he has never been
herded with mares before - well, not until he got to ASAP. He
has turned into a pseudo-stallion, chasing other geldings away
from "his" mares. When with geldings alone, Falcon acts
like any other gelding, but this is something to take into consideration
when adoption takes place- he would be best off with other geldings,
or with one other mare and no geldings. He
will be ready to ride in late August - we want to make sure that
suspensory ligament is well set.............he is just off stall
rest and doing well - no signs of any soreness, but this would
give you the opportunity to get him well-started on saddle training
and the necessary groundwork that goes along with it. Don't miss
out on this gem - $550
|
Too
Tall Topol (6yr)
STB gelding - 16+ hh - bay. Too Tall was raced until three months
ago when he sustained a hock injury. This BIG Standardbred has
a nice temperament and he's currently located in Illinois. UPDATE
(4/8): Too Tall arrived at his foster family's farm
in Trempealeau, WI: "Too Tall is a gentle giant. The poor
thing arrived in a snow storm with the wind howling and ice pelting
him but kept his cool. He was apprehensive about entering the
shed with goats blatting and donkeys hee-hawing!! He is so intelligent,
he just eased himself into this probably terrifying situation
steadily. He is in excellent condition too. Sat. he endured lots
of primping and a hair cut. What a lover. He drops his head to
be scratched and likes to rest his head on your shoulder otherwise."
UPDATE (5/8): This young man
is all of 17 hands high! He is big all over, and the biggest love
bug you have ever seen. Trusting, gentle, hungry for loves and
hugs... easy to get along in a herd (submissive, in fact!). Temperament
wise, he is my pick for someone who wants a friend AND riding/driving
horse. Looks-wise, he is valiant and has a beautiful head that
is in proportion to all of the rest of him - and a long, thick
flowing mane and tail. Will get picture soon! At the ASAP farm.
|
|
Miss
Royal (17yr)
STB mare - 14hh. This teeny mare is a beautiful gray who raced
for many years, earning $42,000. She is broke to ride, although
she hasn't been ridden recently. No vices. Friendly and ready
for a new home. Located near St. Louis with My Dream Kennedy.
UPDATE (5/8): Now in Wisconsin!
Tentatively placed with foster family. Sara Wedwick rode Miss
Royal last weekend. She is in love... I think it goes both ways!
|
A
Team Hall (4yr)
 
Standardbred gelding. 15.1 hh. A Team is a bay trotter with a
muscular build. Raced in Kentucky. Has been on stall rest due
to a fractured sesamoid in January, but is now recovered. A Team
is saddle trained. Please call the ASAP office for more information
about this horse. Update (5/8):
A Team is now at the ASAP farm. A bit head shy (disturbing to
note) - timid - temperament-wise. A Team will need a loving, patient
person. He is not easily unglued, but always looking for something
"scary." Yesterday the farrier came and he spent about
20 minutes at a full gallop, attempting to elude my nephew who
was trying to get a lead rope on him to get his feet trimmed!
No soreness noted during the round-up, which found him running
in tight circles on both sides, trotting and GALLOPING. We rode
him Saturday with just a halter and lead rope for a short time
- soreness on hip bone noted. Rest recommended but he is healing
quickly. Update (5/25): This
guy has been relocated to a foster farm right near ASAP. His foster
family reports he is a terrific ride, and he's their first pick
when they head out on the trails. His hip soreness is fading fast,
almost gone. Please call now for a chance at this guy!
|
Final
Act (23 yr)
Standardbred bay mare - set a world record in her prime - this
mare is being placed because she is barren after having several
foals. She needs a loving family who will use her as a companion
horse. Phone ASAP office for more details. Update
from Foster Family: Although the picture looks light,
she is a really dark bay. Doc said she could be out on the barnlot
grass so we have had her out there a little while. Both girls
have had their bath while David mucked out stalls. People that
come over cannot believe the change in her in just a few weeks!
|
I'm
a Knockout (2yr)
Standardbred filly. Her name says it all! Bay with striking blaze.
Knockout is a real sweetie who has gone through some training
but hasn't been raced. Currently located in Indiana. Please call
the ASAP office for more details.
|
|
Earl's
Kay Tee "Mercy" (20yr)
STB mare. Returning with J.C. Mercy is another great trail horse.
She is very calm and loving. Mercy has moonblindness that is not
problematic when treated with ointment.
|
|
Nash's
Nuisance "J.C" (8yr)
STB gelding.14.2hh. Returning with Mercy. J.C. is good under saddle,
and he's extremely nice. He does kick out at the farrier, but
never at his current owners. J.C. Is boss of the herd, but has
a gentle manner. All three of these returning horses will come
when you whistle. UPDATE (5/15):
Now located in northern MN at a foster farm.
|
|
Murlys
Choice (2yr)
STB gelding - black bay. 15.1hh and growing. Trainer Kenyon Walker
worked with this horse and said that he just wasn't a pacer, and
as a consequence, he wasn't registered. Good natured, this one
will follow you around like a baby. Sound. Located at the Illinois
State Fairgrounds in Springfield.
|
|
Jane's
Fireball (7yr)
STB gelding - bay. Also trained by Kenyon Walker. Fireball wasn't
fast enough to race in Chicago, but he is now ready for saddle
training. Sound. Should be easy to retrain as he is an even-tempered
guy. Also located at the Illinois State Fairgrounds in Springfield.
|
|
Little
Saturday Night (8yr)
STB gelding whose bloodlines trace to Abercrombie and Nihilator!
His body is more of a Quarter Horse build, but his head strongly
resembles Abercrombie. His owner reports Little Saturday Night
is an extremely intelligent horse who is good with people, sound,
and up-to-date on all vacs, including West Nile. Please call the
office soon if you're interested! Now in foster care in Illinois
- possibly to be adopted by foster family
|
Hasty
Roan (5yr)
Hasty
is shedding out and looking like a true "roan." (4/16/03)
STB gelding - 16hh - bay roan. Trotter. This horse won $50,000!
However, his owners have decided his personality is not suited
for the track. He is very laid back and lovey. He wants to be
a family pet. This guy does not have the aggressive personality
to be a race horse. He bowed a tendon in September and is currently
on one bute a day, but he is healing nicely. Located in Waukegon,
IL. Call the ASAP office for more details. Update
(2/20): Personally
I cannot figure out why Hasty has not been adopted yet. He is
becoming more handsome all the time. Yes, he does have this annoying
habit of walking away from you when you come up to the gate to
say "hello" to him. Once you have ahold of his halter,
however, he seems ready to go - and is eager to please. He has
silver hairs running throughout his mane and tail. His bowed tendons
are healing nicely. He is not lame whatsoever on his legs - but
the bows are still evident. We can only hope the tendons are not
set yet - that they will continue to become more normal-looking
over time. He is a BIG BOY! And he appears to be an easy keeper.
We will put a saddle on him soon. UPDATE
(3/21): This big guy has had lots of lookers and admirers,
but no one to give him a permanent home. This is partially due
to the fact that Hasty is broke to drive but not yet broke to
ride. He is a very very large horse and the spring is bringing
out his beautiful bay roan colors. He is a little timid when worked
alone, but being with another horse when being led or harnessed
gives him confidence. He loves the ladies!
|
Fox
Valley Whitney (4yr)
She fits her name - this dainty little dark bay STB filly is 14
hands (barely). Foaled in 1999, she has a delicate look and small
head with a feminine face and big bright eyes. Whitney has established
herself as the top mare in the herd in our pasture - and loves
her grain. Not raced. Has had some saddle training. UPDATE:
Whitney
is located at the ASAP farm. She is type of horse who is the first
at the gate, the first to notice someone walking toward the pasture,
and the first to ask for and receive attention. She is very smart
and extremely quick. This little mare has proven she can move!
She has lots of positive energy. She is great at the walk trot
and canter, and she does pace under saddle so anyone who adopts
her will have to be aware of that. She has never offered to buck
or rear during her training, and the trainer likes her get-up-and-go.
She will need someone who understands that she is still young
and the more she is used the better and more refined she will
become. There was a past concern about a former race injury that
made her front leg sore, but during training she has shown no
lameness or soreness before, during, or after rather intense riding
sessions. Call ASAP to set up a time to see this delicate little
filly! UPDATE:
Whitney has proven she is good at trailer loading--but only in
a stock or four-horse slant. We were not able to load this mare
into a two-horse trailer, so keep this in mind if you are interested
in adopting her.
|
Dolly's
Delight (4yr)
STB mare - bay. 15+ hh. Dolly showed all the signs of being a
true champion until a fever struck her down at age two. She foundered
and her racing career ended. However, Dolly is now a terrific
riding horse, and she is ready for a new home. Come by the ASAP
farm to see this tall beauty. She is a pretty horse with a sweet
face and small mouth/nose. Dolly is curious and likes attention.
She hangs on the fence when visitors come by, asking for attention.
Update (2/20): Even
though this mare was ill a few years ago and foundered as a result
of a high fever, her feet look very good at this point. She is
not lame. She is broke to drive, and even an inexperienced driver
could take her right down the road with traffic whizzing by and
Dolly didn't flinch. 100% dependable in the harness and cart!
So, our next step is to get that saddle on her. I know she has
had people sitting on her back, but now for some more training.
She is a mare worth your time - and would be a great kid's horse.
Shoes in the front might be considered, although our farrier doesn't
feel it would make a whole lot of difference either way. Update
(3/21): This gal is a special mare who is longing for
a human friend to spend lots of hours with her. She is friendly
and comes right up to the gate. She snuggles her head into your
arms and will stand that way for long periods of time. Nothing
scares her. Although foundered years ago from a high fever, her
feet were recently trimmed and one can hardly notice a hoof problem.
She is sound. She had a saddle on last weekend, and I was the
first one up! It was, as usual, uneventful to sit on her back
and take a few steps. She is ready for that special person!
|
JD
(11yr)
Gelding - Pinto/Arabian mix. JD is a love. His left rear has a
bowed tendon and he holds it up sometimes. The vet has given approval
for him to be ridden lightly, however. UPDATE
(3/28): Jd arrived at the ASAP farm last Friday evening.
He is a wonderfully calm and gentle horse with an easy-going nature.
His rear leg (where the bowed tendon occurred) is a bit noticeable
and swollen. He will hold the leg up if he is out in muddy areas
or areas where there is a lot of snow. This must put extra pressure
on the leg. However, when we take JD out to lead him around, or
if he is ridden at the walk or trot, he does not show any signs
of lameness. Rachel, 4, took a short spin on JD last Sunday -
both JD and Rachel were smiling! We will waive minimum adoption
fee for a qualified adopter for this horse who will give him the
time and love and unconditional acceptance that he needs for full
recovery.
|
|
Fanover
Legacy (4yr)
STB mare - dark bay. 14.2hh. Never raced. Legacy was not fast
enough and so never made it onto the race track. However, she
is now sound, even though she suffered a bowed tendon in the past.
Sweet and ready for a new life as your riding or carriage horse.
Located in IL.
|
|
Alba
Magoo (10yr)
Bay STB mare - sound - built like a Morgan. Alba is between 14-15
hh and is a bit frisky. Last raced 3-4 years ago. Has been ridden
before. Located in Mississippi.
|
|
Gem
Jay (11yr)
Bay STB gelding - sound - 16.2 hands. Raced 2-3 years ago. Hasn't
been handled much recently but has great potential! Located in
Mississippi.
|
|
Swift
Advantage (11yr)
Paint stock gelding - grulla in color. His owner has this to say
about him: "I have owned him since he was six. I want Swift
to be able to find a special someone who will be able to spend
lots of time with him. Three months after purchasing him he took
a fall while out in the pasture and fractured a bone in his hock.
We took him to Madison where he underwent surgery and two screws
were put into his leg. Swift had months of stall rest and a year
out to pasture. He does move with a slight limp but it is only
noticeable at the trot. Our vet had told us it was due to some
arthritis that had set in. He is wonderful for trail riding as
he very rarely spooks." Located near Green Bay, WI.
|
|
Gemini
Raider (7yr)
STB stallion at Bell Valley Farm - tall dark bay! He is quiet
as studs go - no striking or kicking - easy to handle on the ground
- last raced at Balmoral in 2000. Call ASAP office for further
details. UPDATE (7/1):
Gemini Raider - He should have undergone surgery to remove his
"manliness" by now - this guy should be a gelding? He
is in foster care with a wonderful volunteer in Waukegan Illinois
who has been quite impressed with both Gemini and Bell Valley
Foul. Gemini had formerly been turned out in pasture with a gelding
and had been a gentleman - his ground manners are wonderful. No
pictures yet available.
|
|
Sidney
Rain (3yr)
STB gelding - light bay - 15hh. This trotter was trained for the
track but never raced. He loves children and follows people around
like a puppy. Sound. Located in IL.
|
RETURN
TO THE ARCHIVE OF ADOPTED HORSES
|
