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Fletcher Farms Amarillo A peaceful haven for retired Belgian Draft horses, where gentle souls roam and live out their golden years with love, care, and dignity.

Visit Big Hoof Foundation our 501c3 nonprofit organization saving Draft Horses from shipping to slaughter.

10/28/2026

Who says you can’t have a little fun while working?

Life on a horse rescue farm isn’t all sunshine and rainbows. There’s always hay to put out, horses to feed, stalls to clean, and a never-ending list of things to get done.

But sometimes you just have to turn up the music and have a DANCE PARTY!

We work hard around here, but we also know how to have a good time. And let’s face it, embarrassing our staff is just one of the perks of running this place! Whether they like it or not, sometimes they’re getting dragged into the fun!

And speaking of surprises… we even had an unexpected rescue thanks to some absolutely AMAZING donors! Because of their generosity, more horses got a chance at a better life. We couldn’t do any of this without the incredible people who support us.

Between the horses, the rescues, the dancing, and keeping our staff on their toes, there’s never a dull moment at Big Hoof Foundation!

If you love horses, rescue stories, behind-the-scenes farm life, and a little bit of craziness, you’ve found your people!

Follow Fletcher Farms Amarillo and come along for the ride. You never know what we’re going to get into next!

10/27/2026

OVER 200 REASONS WHY WE DO WHAT WE DO!

Some people see a pasture full of horses. We see over 200 stories of second chances, survival, and lives that almost ended too soon.

We see horses who spent their lives working until their bodies couldn’t take another day. Horses who were unwanted, neglected, or just one truck ride away from slaughter.

And today? They’re home and safe.

They’re enjoying fresh hay, making new friends, getting spoiled with love, and living the retirement they always deserved.

Not every day on this farm is easy. Some days are exhausting, some are heartbreaking, and some remind us exactly why we started this journey.

But watching a horse who once had nothing finally have friends, forage, and freedom makes every single day worth it.

At Big Hoof Foundation, we don’t rescue them to find them another home. We rescue them to give them a home for the rest of their lives.

Here’s where we need YOUR help!

We’re trying to reach more people who believe these gentle giants deserve a second chance.

You don’t have to donate to make a difference. Sometimes something as simple as sharing our story helps us reach the next person who can help save a life.

Tell us in the comments where are you following our herd from? We’d love to see how far our horses’ stories have traveled!

Follow our page and become part of a journey filled with second chances, happy endings, and a whole lot of big horses!

📍 Amarillo, Texas
🌐 www.bighooffoundation.org

HALLOWEEN SHIRTS ARE ON THEIR WAY! 📦🎃I’m heading to the post office this morning with all of your Halloween shirt orders...
10/27/2026

HALLOWEEN SHIRTS ARE ON THEIR WAY! 📦🎃

I’m heading to the post office this morning with all of your Halloween shirt orders!

If you placed an order, you should have received an email this morning with your tracking information! Keep an eye on your mailbox because your shirts are headed your way!

❤️ THANK YOU to everyone who supported our Halloween T-shirt fundraiser and to everyone who has supported Big Hoof Foundation throughout this year.

Whether you’ve purchased a shirt, donated, shared our posts, or simply followed along on our journey, you’ve helped us continue doing what we love most giving rescued horses and donkeys the safe, happy lives they deserve.

We truly couldn’t do this without all of you, and we are so grateful for your continued generosity and support!

🎃 Check those mailboxes, and don’t forget to share a picture wearing your new Halloween shirt! We’d love to see them!

10/27/2026

Somewhere in Texas, there’s a pasture full of horses who have absolutely no idea how many people are rooting for them.

They don’t know they were once unwanted. They don’t know that some of them were just hours away from being shipped to slaughter. They don’t know that people from all over the country came together to save their lives.

All they know is that the hay keeps coming, their friends are nearby, and nobody is ever going to make them work another day in their lives.

And that’s exactly how we want it.

Here at Big Hoof Foundation in Amarillo, Texas, our days are filled with big draft horses, stubborn donkeys, muddy noses, enormous appetites, and personalities that keep us laughing.

Some of these horses spent their entire lives working. Others arrived scared, neglected, or simply too old for anyone to want anymore.

But today? They’re home.

They have friends. They have freedom. And most importantly, they have a future where they will never be unwanted again.

We aren’t a typical horse rescue. We’re their forever home.

If you’ve never heard of Big Hoof Foundation before, we’re glad you found us!

We’d love to have you follow along as we share the everyday lives of these incredible animals. From the funny moments to the heartwarming transformations, there’s always something happening around here.

Let’s see how far this post can travel!

Tell us where you’re watching from, and if you believe every horse deserves a peaceful retirement, give this post a share.

You never know who might discover us because of YOU.

Big Hoof Foundation | Amarillo, Texas
www.bighooffoundation.org

Saving Draft Horses from Slaughter. Giving Them a Life of Peace.

10/25/2026

THEY WERE TOO BIG FOR THE SLAUGHTER TRUCK… AND NOW THEY ARE HOME!

Five Belgian Draft horses who were supposed to be shipped to slaughter last week are now standing safely at the farm!

Sometimes life gives you a second chance when you least expect it.

These five beautiful horses were the last to be loaded onto the slaughter truck in McLean, Texas. But when it came time to load them, they were simply too big to fit.

That one moment changed everything.

We received a phone call asking if we would take them. With all the recent rescues and expenses, saving another five draft horses wasn’t something we had planned. But how could we possibly say no?

And thanks to YOU, we didn’t have to!

These five beautiful Belgians have officially arrived at the sanctuary, where their days of uncertainty are finally over.

No more auctions. No more kill pens. No more wondering what tomorrow will bring.

From this day forward, their only job is to eat, make friends, enjoy the sunshine, and live the peaceful retirement they deserve.

To every single person who donated, shared our fundraiser, commented, or helped spread the word, THANK YOU! You helped turn what could have been a heartbreaking ending into a beautiful new beginning.

I wish every one of you could experience the feeling of watching these horses step off the trailer and realize they are finally safe.

Five lives saved. Five new beginnings. Five horses who will never have to face a slaughter truck again.

If you’re new to our page, welcome! Big Hoof Foundation is our nonprofit draft horse rescue and lifetime sanctuary in Amarillo, Texas, dedicated to giving these incredible animals the retirement and freedom they deserve.

Please FOLLOW our page and SHARE this story. Help us reach more people who believe that these horses deserve a second chance. The more people we reach, the more lives we can save.

Because sometimes being too big for a truck is the very thing that saves your life.

Welcome home, beautiful Belgians. You’re safe now, and you’re here for life.

www.bighooffoundation.org

10/24/2026

A new friendship, lots of hay, and a whole lot of love!

Ever wonder what life is really like at a horse sanctuary? Come spend a little time with us at Big Hoof Foundation!

This week brought some pretty special moments on the farm!

Our newest Clydesdale, Clyde, has made a new friend in Emma, and we absolutely love watching these friendships develop. The herd has been busy chowing down on fresh hay, and our operations manager, Madelyn, has been making sure everyone gets plenty of love and attention.

These may seem like ordinary moments, but to horses who once faced an uncertain future, they’re everything. Full bellies, good friends, gentle hands, and the freedom to just be horses.

We want more people to see what life looks like AFTER the rescue. The happy moments, the friendships, and the second chances that your support makes possible.

If you love horses, especially our gentle giants, we’d love for you to be part of our journey!

Watch our reel, follow Big Hoof Foundation, and share it with a fellow horse lover! Every new follower helps us reach more people who care about giving these horses the lives they deserve.

Now tell us… who would you like to see more of in our videos?

THEY WERE ON THE TRUCK TO SLAUGHTER… UNTIL THEY DIDN’T FIT!Sometimes I wonder if some things happen for a reason?Last we...
10/22/2026

THEY WERE ON THE TRUCK TO SLAUGHTER… UNTIL THEY DIDN’T FIT!

Sometimes I wonder if some things happen for a reason?

Last week, five Belgian Draft horses were on the ship-to-slaughter list at the McLean kill pen. They were the last horses to be loaded onto the truck, but when it came time for them to get on, they were simply too big to fit.

And just like that, five horses who were supposed to be headed to slaughter were left behind.

Then my phone rang.

I was asked if we would be interested in taking them.

With all the recent rescues, the unexpected expenses, and the fundraisers we already have going, taking in another large group of draft horses was absolutely NOT in our plans.

But how do you say no to five horses who literally missed the slaughter truck because they were too big?

One of these beautiful Belgian mares is even registered. At some point, she had a name, papers, and someone who thought enough of her to register her. And now here she is, sitting in a kill pen, with her future hanging in the balance.

I kept thinking about those five horses. They had no idea how close they came to being loaded onto that truck. They had no idea that their size may have just given them another chance at life.

How could I turn my back on them? I couldn't.

So here we are again, doing something we hadn't planned on doing, because five more lives deserve a chance.

This fundraiser is to help cover the cost of saving these five Belgian Draft horses, including their bail and transportation.

I know we have asked a lot of our supporters lately. Believe me, I know. But when you're given an opportunity to save five lives that were literally left behind by a slaughter truck, it's hard to walk away.

We can't do this without your help.

Five horses. Five lives. One unexpected second chance.

They were too big for the slaughter truck, but they will never be too big for our hearts.

Thank you for continuing to stand beside us and helping us give these horses the retirement, dignity, and freedom they deserve.

Details at www.bighooffoundation.org

**A Heartbreaking Goodbye to Our Sweet Andy and Hank**In September 2023, Andy and Hank arrived at our sanctuary together...
10/21/2026

**A Heartbreaking Goodbye to Our Sweet Andy and Hank**

In September 2023, Andy and Hank arrived at our sanctuary together from Bowie Texas Livestock. Andy was said to be around 14 years old and stood 18 hands tall. These two bonded boys held a special place in my heart because they were named after my grandfathers.

They quickly became friends with Aline, Elias, and Noah, but Hank and Andy were always inseparable. When it came time for fresh hay, you could count on those two being front and center, waiting for the gate to open so they could be the first ones running to eat.

When Hank passed in June, Andy was never quite the same. He continued enjoying life with his pasture friends, but I believe a piece of his heart left with Hank.

Recently, Andy began struggling with age and had difficulty getting up. We helped him to his feet and increased his medications to keep him comfortable. The other morning, I found him down again, unable to rise. We called Dr. Amber to give him a peaceful goodbye, but our sweet Andy passed before she arrived.

Yesterday was the first day neither Hank nor Andy long time residents of the sanctuary were running out the gate for fresh hay. That familiar sight was gone, and it broke my heart.

I sure hope that somewhere in Heaven, those two big boys are together again, running toward fresh hay with the Heavenly Herd.

I don't share every loss across all of our social media platforms. Losing these horses is incredibly difficult, and sometimes those goodbyes are just too personal. However, I do share when a horse joins the Heavenly Herd on our Patreon page, where I can tell more of their stories and honor the lives they lived here.

Rest peacefully, sweet Andy. I hope Hank was waiting for you.

Thank you to everyone who helped us give these boys the retirement they deserved. They may no longer be waiting at our gate, but they will forever be in our hearts.

10/20/2026

CLYDE IS HOME — THANK YOU!

From the bottom of our hearts, THANK YOU to everyone who donated, shared our fundraiser, and helped make Clyde’s rescue possible!

We simply cannot thank you enough for the overwhelming support, kindness, and incredible generosity you continue to show.

Over the past few weeks, we have rescued so many lives, and none of it would have been possible without YOU. Every donation, every share, and every encouraging word makes a difference.

Because of your generosity, horses like Clyde are getting a second chance at life. A life where they will never have to worry about being sold, worked beyond their limits, or facing an uncertain future again.

You aren’t just helping us rescue horses. You’re giving them safety, freedom, and a forever home.

We know we have asked a lot of our supporters lately, and the way you continue to show up for these animals means more to us than words could ever express.

From all of us at Big Hoof Foundation, and especially from Clyde, THANK YOU for making another rescue possible!

www.bighooffoundation.org

WE ARE SO CLOSE TO REACHING OUR GOAL!We are almost there! Thanks to the incredible generosity of our supporters, we are ...
10/19/2026

WE ARE SO CLOSE TO REACHING OUR GOAL!

We are almost there! Thanks to the incredible generosity of our supporters, we are so close to having this handsome Clydesdale’s fundraiser fully covered!

When we saw him at Bowie Texas Livestock, we knew we couldn’t turn our backs on him. At just 4 years old, he deserves a future filled with freedom, friends, and happiness instead of a lifetime of hard work.

We made the decision to give him that future, and now we just need one final push to cover his rescue expenses!

Can you help us cross the finish line?

Every donation, no matter the amount, brings us one step closer. And if you can’t donate, sharing this post helps more than you know!

Fundraiser details and donations:
www.bighooffoundation.org

Thank you to everyone who has donated, shared, and supported this rescue. We couldn’t do this without you!

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