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Pledge of Honor

by Grinfromeartoear · out of One I Love
The Story

Honor, by name and nature

A 23-year-old Kentucky gentleman who does everything as a pair with Archie: grazing, strolling, and soaking up the sunshine.

Hello, my name is Pledge of Honor. I’m a 23-year-old Standardbred gelding, born April 8, 2003, right here in Kentucky. Folks around here just call me the “best boy,” and I wear that title with pride.

My journey brought me to Mane Characters, where I met the horse who would become my absolute best friend in the whole world, Archie (Arch Hanover). We are never far apart. Whether we’re grazing, taking a cool rinse and strolling back to the pasture, or just soaking up the sunshine together, we do it as a pair. I even stick my tongue out in pure contentment on “Tongue-Out Tuesdays”! I may be getting older, but my heart is as young as ever. The sanctuary celebrates my birthdays like a big party, and every day feels like a gift. I have lush pastures, excellent care, and a friendship that makes me feel truly honored. From whatever path led me here to this peaceful retirement, I have found exactly what I needed: safety, joy, and a best friend who makes every sunrise better. This is the life I always hoped for, and I’m living it fully.

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About Pledge of Honor

Sexgelding
BreedStandardbred
Colorbay
Born4/8/2003
State bredKentucky
Size16.3
Arrived9/20/2023
SireGrinfromeartoear
DamOne I Love
DamsireBig Towner
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Sponsorship covers feed, farrier, and the long quiet hours of Pledge of Honor’s retirement. In return you get monthly updates from the herd: photos, short notes, the occasional video, and the small satisfaction of knowing a horse by name.

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Your sponsorship goes directly toward feed, farrier, vet care, and shelter. Pause or cancel anytime, and you’ll receive every update we share about them.

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Friend
2 weeks of hay for one horse
$25/mo
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A full month of feed
Popular
$50/mo
Steward
Feed + a farrier visit
$100/mo
Patron
Half a vet check-up
$250/mo
Guardian
One emergency vet bill
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Your choice
Minimum $10
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