Ruby is a foundered mare that is permanently retired to Friends of Ferdinand unless a very special home comes along.  Although not a retired racehorse, Ruby is one of the first horses rescued by FFI during a trip to the Shipshewana slaughter auction, before we dedicated ourselves to racehorses.  She has the kindest eyes that loves children and truly is a

special "old soul." Ruby is fostered by Duncan, a nine-year-old boy with special needs, and his family. Duncan’s job is to groom Ruby, clean her feet and take her for walks.  Ruby’s job is to let him, and she does her job very well.  Ruby has taught Duncan balance while she takes him for walks around the arena.  She stands perfectly still for Duncan while he grooms her and she holds her feet up for him so that he can practice cleaning her hooves. 

Every kid like Duncan needs a horse like Ruby.