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Six Additional Horses From Substandard Private Barn in Hazelwood
November 21, 2024
On Nov. 20, the Humane Society of Missouri’s Animal Cruelty Task Force (ACT) carried out an emergency rescue of additional six horses from a private barn in Hazelwood, Missouri. The ACT visited...
Barn Buddies Make Perfect Holiday Gifts
November 8, 2024
Have you ever wanted a horse or farm animal of your very own, but one wouldn’t fit in your living room? Sponsor a Barn Buddy from Longmeadow and surprise your loved one...
Welcome, baby Alpacacino!
October 29, 2024
On Sept. 30, we took in two adult female alpacas from Southeast Llama Rescue. We were in for a big surprise when one of the alpacas gave birth only a few hours...
HSMO’s Animal Cruelty Task Force Rescues 9 Horses From Substandard Private Barn in Hazelwood
October 18, 2024
On Oct. 17, the Humane Society of Missouri’s Animal Cruelty Task Force (ACT) carried out an emergency rescue of 9 horses from a private barn in Hazelwood, Missouri. The horses are in...
Volunteer Spotlight: Lauren Curtis
January 25, 2024
Meet Lauren Curtis, a longtime volunteer at Longmeadow Rescue Ranch! Lauren first found out about the ranch when she sponsored a Barn Buddy for her mom for Mother’s Day. She and her...
Adoption Story: Encanto & Leche
January 4, 2024
Leche and Encanto came to Longmeadow this year when their previous owners could no longer care for them. Although devastated, they knew Longmeadow would find a home for the donkeys they had...
2024 Wagon Days Events
December 4, 2023
Longmeadow’s Spring 2024 Wagon Days events — March 23, May 11 and June 8 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. — allow children and adults to enjoy an up-close look at rescued...
Riddle’s Miraculous Journey to Recovery
December 1, 2023
Riddle is a symbol of resilience and transformation. When Riddle arrived at Longmeadow, it was questionable if he would survive the neglect and abuse he had suffered. The Arabian/Quarter horse mix was...
Purina, Budweiser and A Home For Every Horse Team Up for Longmeadow Volunteering Day
September 30, 2023
In September, members from Purina Feed Greatness, Budweiser, and A Home For Every Horse teamed up and came to Longmeadow for a day of volunteering! Over 100 employees from these three organizations...
Adopt a Horse Month: Twizzler’s Story
May 24, 2023
May is National Adopt a Horse Month – a time to recognize the importance of providing homes to horses in need, encouraging others to consider adopting from a horse rescue, and celebrating...
HSMO’s Animal Cruelty Task Force Rescues Four Starving Horses in Greene County
May 12, 2023
On May 11, 2023, the Humane Society of Missouri’s Animal Cruelty Task Force conducted a rescue of four starving horses from the rural property of a neglectful owner in Fair Grove, Mo....
Wagon Days and Spring Fling 2023 – Save the Date!
January 18, 2023
Save the date for our exciting 2023 events!...
12 Horses Rescued From Starvation and Neglect
November 18, 2022
Our team brought the horses to Longmeadow Rescue Ranch, where they are receiving the nutrition they require to gain weight and the veterinary care they so desperately need to begin to heal....
Longmeadow Closed Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve
November 4, 2022
Longmeadow Rescue Ranch will be closed to the public on Saturday, Dec. 24 and Saturday, Dec. 31 for the Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve holidays, respectively....
It’s Cruiser’s First Birthday!
August 16, 2022
Permanent Longmeadow resident Cruiser celebrated his first birthday on Aug. 16, 2022, surrounded by Longmeadow and Humane Society of Missouri staff and volunteers, along with his friend Twister....
Animal Cruelty Task Force Rescues Two Mares from Jasper County
July 22, 2022
On July 19, the Humane Society of Missouri’s Animal Cruelty Task Force traveled to Jasper County to pick up two horses that were being surrendered by their owner....
Wagon Days Are Sept. 10, Oct. 15 & Nov. 5
July 20, 2022
Longmeadow’s next Wagon Days events are coming up this fall!...
It’s Cruiser’s Half Birthday!
February 16, 2022
It is hard to believe, but this joyous occasion began as a tragedy. In October of 2020, Longmeadow Rescue Ranch arrived on the scene of a terrible trailer truck accident on I-44....
Celebrate Your Lovebird This Valentine’s Day
January 27, 2022
Looking for the perfect gift for your Valentine? A Barn Buddy Sponsorship is a unique way to show a loved one how much you care! Starting at $50, your gift includes an...
Waffle Gave Birth to a Filly!
September 15, 2021
Longmeadow Rescue Ranch welcomed a new member on May 13th as Waffle, a miniature horse from a neglectful home, gave birth to a healthy filly. Waffle went into labor late Wednesday evening...
Open to the Public with No Reservation Needed
July 12, 2021
Beginning Friday, July 16th, we will be open to the public on every Friday from Noon to 3 p.m. and every Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. No reservations will be...
Franklin County Crash Survivor, Journey, is Pregnant: Longmeadow Rescue Ranch is Livestreaming the Delivery
July 12, 2021
In the evening of October 18, 2020, Longmeadow Rescue Ranch, in cooperation with MERS Large Animal Rescue and Franklin County law enforcement arrived on the scene of a terrible trailer truck accident...
We’re Opening June 1…But You Need a Reservation!
May 31, 2021
The health and safety of our pets, staff, volunteers, and customers always our top priority. We are thrilled to be open to the public once again, and ask that you please review...
Waffle and Baby Update
May 18, 2021
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Compost For Sale
March 31, 2021
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Springtime Village at Purina Farms
March 17, 2021
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2021 Groundwork Sessions
March 2, 2021
Work with Longmeadow Rescue Ranch horses and improve your natural horsemanship techniques! We are offering FUN and educational groundwork lessons at Longmeadow, and we hope you will join us! 2021 DATES April...
Horses Involved in Trailer Wreck Ready for Adoption!
January 15, 2021
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Adoption Success Story: Mystique
December 18, 2020
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Meet the Iron County Rescue Piglets!
December 7, 2020
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