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his full name was twist-of-fate, fondly remembered as “twister.”
Twister was part thoroughbred and part draft horse, otherwise known as a warmblood horse. This combination gave him his good looks and kind disposition. It also meant he was a fast learner and good role model.

his journey:
When Twister’s mother was pregnant, she was involved in an terrible accident. It was the middle of a fall night in 2006, when a double decker semi-truck overturned on the interstate. It was carrying her and 41 other horses to slaughter. But that accident turned out to be what saved her and her baby – a true twist of fate! Twister was born 7 months later on April 18, 2007. Every year, the Longmeadow team celebrated his birthday with a huge party at the ranch. This flagship event is known as Spring Fling.

did you know?
Twister was quite the artist. A group of Longmeadow volunteers taught him how to hold a paint brush and create beautiful, abstract works of art. His one-of-a-kind masterpieces are on display in a gallery at the ranch. 

remembering twister:

For nearly two decades, Twister helped introduce countless people to Longmeadow Rescue Ranch and its mission of providing rehabilitation and a second chance to abused and neglected horses and other farm animals. His life was an extraordinary example of what is possible when an animal in need is given compassion, care and the opportunity to thrive.

Twister is deeply mourned by the staff, volunteers and supporters of Longmeadow Rescue Ranch and the Humane Society of Missouri, as well as the many people around the world who came to know and love him.