Horse, Saved on the Last Day by 19-Year-Old Equestrian Before Going to the ‘Slaughterhouse,’ Achieves an Unbelievable Turnaround

In 2014, Amy Brassard, a 19-year-old equestrian, embarked on a search for a new horse after retiring from her childhood mount. Alongside her sister Emily Parmenter, Brassard followed a Facebook page called Auction Horses, which showcased horses in desperate situations. One day, Emily tagged Brassard in a social media post on Auction Horses.

Well, who would have thought a Facebook post will change the fate of a horse? Brassard’s intervention occurred just in time, as she went on to rescue the horse from the brink of slaughter on its last day before being sent to the slaughterhouse. This incident marked a significant moment in her journey as an equestrian and underscored the critical role she played in saving the horse’s life.

Equestrian’s rescue purchase leads to a hopeful outcome

Captioning it as “From Rescue to Ribbons,” this story unfolded when a Facebook page named The Chronicle Of The Horse shared an intriguing narrative. The featured horse, a Quarter Horse type, lacked information. The only detail available was its name Sunny and its age around 8 in the advertisement.

Taking a chance, Brassard purchased the gelding for $500, based on his weight. When Sunny finally arrived at his new home, she remarked, “I had a strong feeling that everything would be okay.”

Upon the horse’s arrival, Amy Brassard was taken aback by the shockingly weak horse. Despite his listless appearance, she held no regrets about her decision. Being Disney fans, Amy and her sister decided to name the horse Sven, after the beloved reindeer from Frozen.

She recalled, “I knew I had saved him from a difficult situation. The Facebook pictures didn’t show severe distress, and I attributed the swayback to a lack of exercise and proper nutrition.” To ensure the horse’s well-being, Amy Brassard arranged for a veterinary examination, which Sven passed.

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Over time Sven’s physical condition improved, with his red dun coat shining and his overall frame transforming, he has competed in many events now.

The resilient journey transforms the neglected horse into a prized companion

Despite encountering a cold reception from Sven’s breeder in Idaho, the sisters’ research proved futile, which made Sven’s registration with the American Quarter Horse Association difficult. Nevertheless, Amy started her journey with Sven, starting with all-breed classes hosted by the Alaska State Quarter Horse Association.

Over time, Sven’s physical condition improved and Brassard reminisced, “The first time I sat on him, I thought he was a completely broke horse. He was so calm, just perfect.”

They continued their annual participation in the Red Mountain Horse Trials, venturing into cross-country events and showcasing Sven’s versatility. In 2016, Amy connected with local trainer Jaimie Thurman, and together they entered Sven in his first hunter derby. While initially dividing their time between all-breed and open jumping classes, Amy ultimately chose to focus exclusively on jumping.

Currently, Sven resides with Thurman in Wasilla, Alaska, teaching children the fundamentals of horsemanship and accompanying them to their first jumping competitions. Reflecting on their journey, Amy Brassard expressed, “Sven wasn’t a $15,000 horse. He was just a diamond in the rough, he is now worth his weight in gold. Everyone deserves a second chance.”

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