32/ DECEMBER 2019 THE RIDER Ian Millar visits Whispering Hearts Horse Rescue Centre On September 12, 2019, Whispering


Hearts Horse Rescue Center was honoured to welcome Ian Millar aka “Captain Canada” to the farm. His visit was arranged through Pu-


rina a division of Cargill Animal Nutrition who provides much valued support to WHHR. Ian first learned of the Rescue at a Purina-hosted WHHR fundraiser where Ian was the keynote


were in attendance to film the visit. The video will be released in December on the WHHR website www.whhrescue.com. Ian enjoyed meeting many of the rescues and of course, the human side and driving force of the enter- prise, Brenda and Dave Thompson. He was very re- ceptive to learning about the mandate and vision of WHHR and the often over- whelming demand for help- ing horses in distress. “When you hear these stories your just so offended. Ghandi once said – you can tell the charac- ter of a people by how they treat their animals” says Ian Millar as he walked through the barns listening to Brenda Thompson tell the stories of each horse. “It is inspirational to see


what is being done here” says Ian Millar


speaker. His interest in Whispering Hearts grew a few months ago, when he watched a CBC video featuring Big Red, a 2018 rescue who has achieved a miraculous turnaround to wellbeing. One of Ian’s first comments when he arrived was that he wanted to meet Big Red! Whispering Hearts was very pleased to also welcome a production company who


FOR SALE -For The First Time in 55 Years! JERICHO FARM A unique 108 acre Equestrian Property with well maintained Heritage House built


in the 1840s. Only 10 minutes from 407 - 50 miles from Toronto and within miles of Lake Scugog, skiing, golf, Uxbridge hiking woods and a polo club.


during tour of the farm includ- ing a drive around the main herd.


Whispering Hearts Horse


Rescue Center is tremendously grateful for Ian’s interest and his unforgettable visit


to


WHHR. “It truly was an hon- our to have such a highly re- spected and accomplished equestrian here at Whispering Hearts to see the other side of the horse world – to meet the ones that get left behind” Says Brenda Thompson, President/ founder of the rescue. Spend- ing time with this illustrious


horseman, truly a legacy, and witnessing his gen- uine interest in the Rescue made it an exception- ally special day for Brenda and Dave; one they will remember forever. “Special thank you to Richard Hurst of


Purina for arranging this very special visit and the ongoing support that he provides to the res- cue, we truly have an amazing team here sup- porting what we do!” says Brenda Thompson. “The support that Purina provides to both


WHHR and Ian Millar only works because we are truly a team. We all look to improve the lives of horses and I truly believe we are all the lead- ers in our segment of this amazing industry.” Says Richard Hurst. As the tour rapped up with a visit to the


Whispering Hearts Tack Shack, a store on the farm selling donated tack to fundraise, Ian’s com- ment was “It is incredi- ble what they are doing and we need to tell the world!”


Whispering Hearts


is a non-profit organization that relies on public support and donations.


Our mandate is to provide care and


A 70’ x 168’ well lit steelclad arena with attached 18 horse loose boxes stabling. Tack room, wash rack, foaling box, feed room, viewing area etc. A second steel clad shed 168’ x 16’ - south side open, concrete floor. Cropland (50 acres) -


Hills and dales with riding trails (58 acres) and entrances to 3rd and 4th Lines.


Serious offers in region of $2,750,000 To view call (306) 697-3545 (after 7pm) or


(705) 930-0397 for more information - (All measurements approx)


rehabilitation to abused and neglected horses. We assist community members that can no longer care for their horses in an


attempt to prevent innocent animals being subjected to auctions and slaughter.


Visit our website to see how you can help!


Hagersville, ON (905) 768-9951


www.whhrescue.com whhr08@gmail.com


Where the Whispers of Many Horses in need are Heard!


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