Sponsor Sebastian
Meet Sebastian!
Sebastian is a 10–12-year-old paint gelding, with a unique quality - he's a bit on the wonky side! We are not sure of his lineage, and frequently get asked - with his handsome Roman nose!
Having sustained a fall as a colt, Sebastian injured his spine and shoulder. At the time of his injury, his owners did not seek veterinary care. This caused Sebastian to fuse with his front shoulder almost double-jointed and his spine crooked. Originally taken on by one of our partner rescues, they quickly reached out for help when he was unable to gain significant weight.
We originally treated Sebastian for Sidewinders Disease and EPM (Equine Protozoal Myeloencephalitis), as a safety measure - but his condition did not improve.
Once properly treated for intestinal parasites, Sebastian began gaining weight and improving strength. Sebastian completed months of rehabilitation using ground poles, hill work, and other groundwork. This not only helped recover muscle ability and structure, but built his confidence and trust in us, as his caretakers. This horse gives his all at everything asked of him.
While he still walks "wonky" - he gallops effortlessly and is one of the happiest fellas around! These days he's enjoying being Big Brother to a little filly, who was saved from slaughter. He's a fantastic ambassador for the rescue and takes his self-assigned job of welcoming newcomers seriously!
Although Sebastian has become a fixture during his stay with Circle L Rescue, we aren't equipped to be a long-term sanctuary (yet). That being said, Sebastian is still looking for a forever home. Of course, he is adoptable as a pasture companion or pet, only. Ideally, we would love to find him placement with an outreach organization or petting zoo-styled home - where he could continue doing what he does best: be an advocate for horses!
