Hanaeleh Horse Rescue and Advocacy

a non-profit horse rescue working with abandoned, neglected and abused horses. Stop horse slaughter NOW!

How We Finally Got Ulysses to Load on the Trailer for Home

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Here is the story of how we finally got Ulysses home after our harrowing evacuation from the Airport Fire. After 4 attempts with other people’s trailers (and their generous help), the 5th try with our own trailer was the winner. Ulysses arrived home on Saturday 9/21. Click here to see a video of Ulysses’ Homecoming. On Saturday afternoon, we took our trailer back to the boarding facility where Ulysses had been staying since the evacuation. As you may know, he has neurological issues so it can … [Read more...]

Fire Evacuation Update: Friday Sept 13th

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We are still evacuated and we continue to monitor the fire information. The fire is about 24,000 acres and 8% contained (as of Friday 9/13 afternoon). The weather is definitely cooperating with higher humidity, a marine layer and much cooler temps (78°). As soon as the warning is lifted, we will begin the process of returning to the ranch. We’re hoping it’s this weekend but we’re not sure. 12 horses are at Serrano: Garnet, Venus, Ladybug, Sierra, Star, Andromeda and Tillie are in temporary … [Read more...]

Sad News: RIP Quixote

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We are so very saddened to report that Quixote passed away early this (Wednesday) morning due to colic. As you may know, we had to evacuate Monday evening due to the Airport Fire here in Trabuco Canyon. Quixote was a bit stressed on Monday evening after we trailered him and Lou Dillon together to safety, but they seemed to settle down and we made sure that they were placed right next to one another once they arrived. Tuesday morning, however, he had a bad case of choke (a blockage in the … [Read more...]

Paint Pony ‘Dallas’ Needs a Forever Home ASAP! (Orange County CA)

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We were contacted by an equine therapy program about a Paint pony named Dallas. He is not working out well in their program, and the program manager needs to find him a new home as soon as possible. Dallas is a Paint gelding and is approximately 15-17 years old. He is around 700 lbs and is around 14 hands (so cute!). He is current on his vaccines and in great health. He is on Cosequin, but the vet has said he is healthy and technically doesn't need any supplements except for preventative … [Read more...]

RIP Our Sweet Girl, Hope

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It is with a heavy heart that we share with you the passing of Hope, our dear little 30 year-old Arabian mare who we rescued along with her best friend, Grace, over six years ago from a neglect situation. Grace sadly passed last year in October, and we were uncertain at the time how Hope would do … [Read More...]

Welcome Mr. Darcy! 9 year-old Registered Friesian Gelding

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Welcome Mr. Darcy to Hanaeleh! A few months ago we were told about a 9 year-old registered Friesian gelding whose owner wanted to turn him over immediately. We usually network these types of horses, but because of the timing involved, we ended up taking him in at Hanaeleh and named him Mr. Darcy … [Read More...]

Thanksgiving 2024: A Message of Gratitude from Hanaeleh

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This past year has been fraught with challenges, but we have been able to overcome them with the incredible help of all of our supporters. We at Hanaeleh are all grateful for everyone's support- it is because of your kindness and generosity that we are able to continue the work of saving the … [Read More...]