The Mustang Diaries: Buck is Adopted!

The vast, untamed landscapes of the American West hold a certain magic, a spirit embodied in the wild mustangs that roam free. Buck carries that spirit within him, a legacy of freedom etched behind his gentle eyes and kind heart. His journey just took a new and exciting turn when Gabby adopted him a few weeks ago! Their story is not just one of adoption, but of learning, growing, and forging a partnership together.

Gabby met Buck a few months ago when she visited our facility to check out the horses we have here. In her own words, once she laid eyes on him, "I just knew". Buck melted into her that day. He chose her, not with words, but with the silent language of his body, the vulnerability in his eyes, the undeniable trust he placed in her touch. She came to visit Buck a few times during the month she was awaiting his delivery to her barn. She worked with him and learned his past and how he was trained. Their bond deepened with each passing lesson, forged in the fires of shared experience and mutual respect.

And then it was drop-off day! The day Buck officially moved to Gabby's barn. I'm confident that she was bubbling over with excitement and anticipation that morning! I unloaded Buck, and once again, he melted into her, knowing he was home!

I visited them at their facility recently and I noticed his stall tag...

Knowing that Buck went to a good home, to a place where he is cherished and loved, brings a profound sense of satisfaction. It was a confirmation that the hard work, the dedication, and the emotional investment were all worth it. The sadness of seeing him leave our facility is ultimately overshadowed by the joy of knowing that I had played a part in his happy ending with Gabby, which is evident in the small things, like reading his stall tag.

Buck and Gabby's journey, however, is far from over. Buck still carries the wild spirit of the mustang, a reminder of his origins and a source of his strength. Gabby, in turn, continues to learn and adapt, committed to providing Buck with a safe, fulfilling, and respectful life. Buck became more than just Gabby's first horse; he became her teacher, her healer, her friend. Their partnership is a testament to the transformative power of patience, understanding, and the unwavering belief in the potential of every creature, wild and free. It is a story that reminds us that sometimes, the most rewarding journeys are the ones we take together, learning and growing side by side, one hoofbeat at a time. Buck and Gabby are not just owner and horse; they are partners, embarking on a lifelong adventure —a testament to the enduring bond between humans and animals, and the spirit of the American mustang.