PATRICIA STAFFORD
GINGER HIPP
Ginger Hipp has spent a lifetime immersed in horsemanship and animal welfare. A passionate advocate for rescue, she has served on several nonprofit boards, including PAWS and Claws Humane Services and the Carolina Marsh Tacky Association. At her farm in rural Georgia, Ginger raises, trains, and breeds Carolina Marsh Tackies and miniature donkeys, offering horsemanship lessons and events that foster meaningful connections between people and animals. While her work spans many facets of animal care, rescue remains at the heart of everything she does. Ginger is deeply committed to protecting the endangered Marsh Tacky breed and standing by the horses we love—especially when they need us most.
Tabby Harris
With over 12 years of experience in the horse industry, Tabby Harris brings a deep well of knowledge, compassion, and hands-on skill to her work in equine rescue and rehabilitation. Her passion lies in helping horses overcome both physical and behavioral challenges, giving them the care and patience they need to heal and thrive.
Throughout her career, Tabby has dedicated herself to training, breeding, raising, and rehabilitating horses of all breeds in the Upstate of South Carolina. Her experience spans a wide range of disciplines, and she has been actively involved with organizations such as the South Carolina Horse Council and the Back Country Horsemen, reflecting her commitment to equine welfare and advocacy.
While Tabby has worked with many breeds over the years, the Carolina Marsh Tacky horse captured her heart in 2018. Since then, she has immersed herself in learning about this rare and historic breed, contributing to conservation efforts and helping to raise awareness of its cultural significance.
