About Us

The COVID-19 pandemic affected more than just people; it had a significant impact on horses and the entire equine industry. Many horse owners struggled to feed their horses and other livestock during this time. In May 2020, I rescued a horse who I re-named General, who was a victim of neglect. Little did I know when I picked this horse up, how big an impact he was going to have on my life. General was all skin and bones, you could count every rib on his body and see his pelvic bone bulging out. The first thing I noticed about him where his long legs. As time went on, he was later given the nickname "G". A few months after rescuing G he and I moved down to the east coast. I never imagined keeping him, I intended to sell him to a good home after he had put back on the necessary weight and I was able to put some training on him (He ended up being quite talented).

However, as time went on, I couldn't imagine ever letting him go. In 2022 G was diagnosed with Kissing spine, and I was absolutely devastated. Kissing Spine is a degenerative disease with no real cure. While there are two surgeries available, they are tricky and could make the condition worse. Kissing spine is where two or more of the horse's spine vertebrae touch (hence the term "Kissing Spine"), rubbing causing friction and discomfort. I did end up doing some other forms of therapy for his back which helped significantly!  

I had a dream of competing in the jumpers and we had just begun to scratch the surface of that dream when he started to show signs of discomfort again. After some time, I decided it would be best for G not to jump anymore. So, I gave up on that dream for him and we did a complete 180 and began to train and compete in dressage.  In January 2023, we hit a slump. I was at a low point in my life, I had no motivation to ride. General and I were not progressing. Every ride felt like a battle. To the point, I began to avoid the barn completely. The only reason I did go to the barn was to see G. He was my high point. He brought a smile to my face when no one else could, and I forever owe him that.

In the end, however, kissing spine did start to take back over our lives. On August 20th, 2024, I decided to officially retire General at the age of 15 and let him live out the rest of his days in a big field. This was a very hard and emotional decision for me and a big adjustment, but I had to put G's best interest first. I am incredibly grateful to have been blessed to know and own such a kind horse. He has done so much for me, and I will continue to support him as he lives out his days comfortably. Away from the hustle and bustle of show life and the fear of being swapped in and out of homes. 

So that is how our store "G Legacy" came to be. My hope is with this store I will be able to generate some side income to help support G and I, especially as I go through college. I also want to use this store as a way to bring awareness to Kissing Spine and the signs of Kissing Spine. So many horses suffer in pain and are deemed as "dangerous" or "naughty" when really, they are just hurting. Unfortunately, many horses fail to be understood so they bounce from home to home until ultimately, they end up in a kill pin.