Equines Available for Adoption
To submit an adoption application, click the link HERE
Available Equines at Castle Rock Farm
You will notice that not all of our equines are listed on this page,
some are part of pending court cases so we are not able to share info about them.
Pebbles
The Week 1 Star of Adopt a Horse Month!
Pebbles is an Appaloosa mare in her 30s who is lively and talkative! She is visually impaired, but that does not stop her from knowing when food is on the way! Pebbles starts talking to our feeders when they drive up to the paddock. While Pebbles is not easy for the farrier, mild oral sedation helps farrier visits go smoothly. Pebbles loves people and would be a great addition to your home as a companion.
Pebble’s Adoption fee is $500
General
The Week 2 Star of Adopt a Horse Month!
General is a 16 year old pony sized mule. He enjoys being the boss of the field and is fine being in with full sized horses and mules. General would do well in a home experienced with mules as he still needs work being handled. General is blind in his left eye, but it doesn’t slow him down!
General’s Adoption Fee is $500
Zelda
The Week 3 Star of Adopt a Horse Month!
Thunder on Tap, more affectionately known as Zelda is a 17 year old OTTB mare. She is very sweet and gets along well with other horses, though she doesn’t like her friends near her food! Zelda needs a joint supplement to keep her body happy and would love a home with no large hills. She is available as a companion and can’t wait for her loving home!
Zelda’s adoption fee is $500
Champagne Problems
Champagne is a Morgan mare in her 20s. She is very sweet and loves attention. Champagne came to us overweight and her feet indicate issues with founder. She is currently pasture sound and can be managed with diet and exercise. Champagne’s previous home said she was never formally trained to ride, so we are adopting her out as a loving companion. If you want a buddy to greet you at the fence, she’s your girl!
Champagne’s adoption fee is $500
Queso
Queso arrived in April 2025 from a law enforcement seizure. He is an 8-10 year old gelding with a big personality. Queso is a goofy and sweet horse who enjoys attention and does well in mixed herds. He has a brand on his left hind we have not identified yet. We do not know much about Queso’s background, but it does not appear that he has had much training beyond some handling on the ground. He does ok for the vet and is not good for his feet yet. He is currently available to a trainer as a project horse.
Queso’s adoption fee is $750
Nova
Nova is a large pony mare around 8-10 years old who arrived in April through a law enforcement seizure. We do not know much about her background and are learning more about her as we evaluate her. She is shy, but is coming out of her shell with attention - particularly neck scratches. Nova is working on being caught in the field and on picking up her feet calmly. She is available to a trainer as a project pony.
Nova’s adoption fee is $750
Maximus
Maximus is a miniature horse around 15-18 years old who came to us in April through a law enforcement seizure. Maximus is easy to handle, though he does not always like to be caught, but he is getting better. He was gelded May 19, 2025. Maximus is available to a home where he will not be in a mixed herd.
Maximus’ adoption fee is $500
Pepper Jack
Pepper Jack is a 22 year old registered Welsh pony who came to us in April through a law enforcement seizure. He has a bit of a grumpy face, but don’t let that fool you - he’s a softy who welcomes attention and treats. Pepper Jack was gelded May 19, 2025. Pepper Jack is available to a home where he will not be in a mixed herd.
Pepper Jack’s adoption fee is $500
Equines Available in Foster or training
Daybreak
Daybreak is an 19 year old OTTB mare (raced under “Glossary”) who came to us through a large animal control seizure in June 2023. She was treated for canker in her left hind this year and her canker has cleared up. Daybreak is currently at Equine Welfare Society and is available for adoption as a companion!
Daybreak is located in Keswick, VA
Daybreak’s adoption fee is $500
Beethoven
The Week 4 Star of Adopt a Horse Month!
Beethoven is a big love bug in his 20s who is still learning about personal space. We are unsure of his breed, but he stands around 16.1 hands. He does great for the vet and farrier, though after getting teeth pulled is not fond of his mouth being messed with. Despite the teeth, he grazes and eats hay fine and does well in a pasture with others. He is adoptable as a companion.
Beethoven is located in Palmyra, Va.
Beethoven’s adoption fee is $250
Kona
Kona is an OTTB who is in her mid-20s and around 16-16.1 hands. She is a calm herd member who enjoys attention and gets along well with other horses. Kona stands well for the farrier and vet and is generally easy to handle. Kona is available as a companion and would make a lovely addition to any herd!
Kona is currently located in Wakefield, VA
Kona’s adoption fee is $500
Frank
Frank is a spry older guy in his 20s looking for a home where he can get all the attention he wants! He is around 15 hh and is very easy to handle, groom and bathe. He also stand well for the vet and farrier. Frank is an easy keeper and would love to be in a pasture with friends.
Frank is currently located in Keswick, VA
Frank’s Adoption Fee is $500
Nelson
Nelson is a 12 year old gentle giant! Standing around 16.3 hands, this gelding is a sweet boy who is looking for a person to bond with. Nelson does have an old injury in his front foot and is sound for pasture. He needs a patient farrier and consistent handling to build up his trust. He has a lot of love to give to a new home!
Nelson is currently located in Keswick, VA
Nelson’s adoption fee is $500
Raven
Raven is available for adoption as a companion only. She is not safe to ride. Raven is an 8 year old Quarter Horse mare with no known health issues.
Raven is currently located in Afton, Virginia
Raven’s adoption fee is $500
Lucky Shot
Lucky Shot is a Thoroughbred mare around 26 years old. She has a bullet in her neck that is unable to be safely removed, but it does not bother her. She is a friendly mare who is available as a loving companion.
Lucky Shot is currently located in Spring Dale, WV
Lucky Shot’s adoption fee is $500
Mad World
Mad World (aka Matilda) is a 16 year old OTTB who is available as a loving companion.
Mad World is currently in Spring Dale, WV
Mad World’s adoption fee is $500
Luray
Luray is a 25 year old Thoroughbred mare who came to us through a large animal control seizure in Shenandoah Valley and was very thin. She has gained weight and is ready for her new home. She is ready for a companion home!
Luray is currently located in Lexington, VA
Luray’s adoption fee is $500
Mae
This lovely roughly 26 year old Morgan(?) mare is available for adoption as a companion. She has foundered in the past so she cannot live on lush grass. She loves attention and being brushed, she isn’t a huge fan of the farrier (but is getting better every time!).
Mae’s adoption fee is $350
Mozart
Mozart is a gelding in his late 20s, we are unsure of his breed. Though he is still learning to be caught (a cookie helps), he stands well for the farrier and is good for the vet. He may have insulin resistance, so he is looking for a home with a dry lot, minimal pasture, or an owner that used a grazing muzzle (he is good about keeping it on). Mozart is available as a companion.
Mozart is located in Palmyra, Va.
Mozart’s adoption fee is $250
hORSES IN RESIDENCE WHO ARE NOT AVAILABLE YET
Brisby
Brisby recently came to us from a law enforcement seizure. He is a Quarter Horse gelding in his early 20s who is very sweet and easy going. After gaining some weight, Brisby will be evaluated and made available for adoption.
Porter
Porter recently came to us from a law enforcement seizure. He is a Thoroughbred gelding in his 20s and enjoys attention. Porter is on a refeeding schedule and will be evaluated further once he is at a healthy weight.
Calypso
Calypso arrived in April through a law enforcement seizure. She is a (likely)Welsh pony in her early to mid teens with amazing ground manners - she is calm, stands well for the vet and farrier, and very responsive. Calypso gave birth to a colt, Denver, on May 18th, 2025. Once Denver is weaned, Calypso will be available for adoption.
Denver
Denver was born at the rescue on May 18th, 2025. It is likely his sire is Pepper Jack. Both Calypso and Pepper Jack are small Welsh ponies and Denver will likely be a small pony as well. After he is weaned, Denver will be available for adoption to an experienced home.
Hatta
Hatta Double (Hatta) is a 9 year old OTTB who was transferred to us. Hatta loads nicely on a trailer and is good for the vet and does ok for the farrier. She received training with Peyton Maddox in Keswick VA. Hatta needs more time to settle her mind and body. She will be going to another organization, Hope for Horses, soon. Look at their website and social media for updates!
Sebastian - Adoption Pending!
Sebastian is a 6 year old Quarter Horse type gelding. He was castrated in the beginning of October. Sebastian is a very sweet horse, he loves attention and handles very well. Sebastian is currently in training, this sweet guy has a lot of potential!
Sebastian is currently in Sandy Hook, VA
Stately April
Stately April (“April”) is a 3 year old Off-The-Track Thoroughbred who recently retired from racing in 2024. She has had some time to relax from the track. She was okayed by our vet to start training in June 2025.
Bonita
Bonita is a mini mule around 7-8 years old who came to us from a law enforcement seizure. She arrived extremely scared of people and has been slowly, but surely improving. Bonita will be officially made available when she can be handled.
Cheers
Cheers the Year (“Cheers”) arrived on New Years Eve 2024! Cheers is a cute mare around 7 years old. She is very friendly and enjoys to be the center of attention. Cheers is currently at Equine Welfare Society for evaluation.
Jester
Jester is an approximately 16 year old standard size mule. He is still very standoff-ish and will be available when he can be moderately handled. (If you are interested in adopting him and are able to provide him necessary training to socialize and handle Jester, please contact us!)
SANCTUARY RESIDENTS
These horses are our permanent residents. They are the horse who, due to health issues, age, etc. we feel are not suitable for adoption and need a nice peaceful retirement at Hope's Legacy. Please consider sponsoring one (or more!) of these wonderful horses. Monthly sponsorships start as low as $10 a month. Expenses for these horses usually run about $200 a month.
DONKEY AND DOLLY
Donkey is an elderly survivor of the Peaceable Farm case from October 2015. He will be living out his life as a mascot and ambassador for Hope's Legacy. This small, yet very opinionated charmer loves meeting new people. Dolly came to Hope's Legacy from the Virginia Donkey Rescue to be Donkey's companion. He likes horses, but they're just not the same as having his very own donkey friend who never leaves him.
Thank you Barry and Karen Adkins for your support of Donkey and Dolly
Please consider sponsoring Donkey and Dolly with a monthly donation.
Bees Knees
Bees Knees (“Bees”) is our resident 6 year old mustang mare. She lives at Castle Rock Farm and is a central part of our veterans program, Hope’s Heroes. Read more about Bees and the program on the Hope’s Heroes page of our website!
Rockalady aka “Breeze”
Breeze is a 19 year old OTTB mare. She does have some back issues so she is not able to be ridden. Breeze is currently in sanctuary thanks to a generous sponsor.
Bay
Bay is a pony mare in her early to mid 20s. Like Daisy, Bay has a lot of difficulties with being handled. She is coming around to volunteers for pets and treats.
If you are interested in sponsoring Bay please visit our donation page.
Daisy
Daisy is a paint pony mare who is 29+ years old according to our equine dentist! She is very shy to being handled and bonded with Bay. Given her age and difficulty with handling, she will live out her days at Hope’s Legacy.
If you are interested in sponsoring Daisy please visit our donation page.
Fanfare
Fanfare is a 17 hand, 11 year old Hanovarian gelding. He is not sound for riding due to a stifle injury which is degenerating.
Ladybug
Ladybug is a survivor of the Peaceable Farm case. She is with a wonderful foster home.
If you are interested in sponsoring Ladybug please visit our donation page.
Diamond
Diamond is an Appendix Quarter Horse mare who has some soundness issues. She is living out her days on the gorgeous Cumber Farm.
Thank you Cumber Farm for your sponsorship of Diamond
Clever Mansue aka “Rodeo”
Rodeo is a 29 year old Thoroughbred mare. She is a survivor of the Peaceable Farm case and will be with us for the rest of her days.
Cub
Cub is a 12 year old Tennessee Walker gelding. He is fairly neurological so he will be a sanctuary horse.
Thank you Tiverton for sponsoring Cub
Gigi
Gigi is an Appaloosa mare (the photo is from when she arrived) who is living out her days on the gorgeous Cumber Farm.
Thank you Cumber Farm for sponsoring Gigi
Bandit
Bandit (chestnut gelding on the left) is 30 years old. He is enjoying his retirement at one of our amazing foster homes.
Thank you Jen for your sponsorship of Bandit
MEET AMBER
Meet Amber Three. She came to Hope's Legacy from Orange County Animal Control in April of 2015. It is hard to see how thin she truly was when she arrived because of her thick winter coat, but she was very thin and completely covered in lice. Several good medicated baths, lots of food and even more love turned Amber into an amazing little horse. Sadly we Amber passed away in early 2020. We thank the Thomas family for giving her such an wonderful home for the last years of her life.
On Christmas of 2015 Amber found her people when she was adopted by the Thomas Family. They volunteer with Hope's Legacy and fell in love with her. Amber was their daughter Taylor's first horse, together they have galloped through fields, competed in the show ring and at hunter paces and spent countless hours just enjoying one another's company.
