Horse Illustrated, in partnership with the ASPCA’s Right Horse program, features Lil Bit Sideways as this week’s adoptable horse. Lil Bit Sideways is a 5-year-old, 16.0hh Thoroughbred gelding from Hidden Acres Rescue for Thoroughbreds in Cocoa, Florida. An off-the-track racer with nine races, he is known for his smooth gaits, affectionate nature, and good manners, including standing quietly for grooming, farrier work, and loading on trailers.

The ASPCA Right Horse initiative aims to increase horse adoption across the U.S. by connecting potential adopters with horses in need through their online platform, The Right Horse Initiative. For more information on Lil Bit Sideways or other adoptable horses, interested individuals can visit myrighthorse.org or aspcarighthorse.org.