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It’s Back: The Annual Heart of Phoenix Gala to SAVE Horses in Huntington, WV
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It’s Back: The Annual Heart of Phoenix Gala to SAVE Horses in Huntington, WV

Posted on: November 17, 2021November 17, 2021

After 2 long years, the Heart of Phoenix Gala is finally back! This Once a Year Themed Gala Benefits West Virginia’s largest equine […]

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I am Legend: Despite being tied on a rope and emaciated for years on end, he is an Appalachian horse with a lot of “something more”
Adoptable Horses / News

I am Legend: Despite being tied on a rope and emaciated for years on end, he is an Appalachian horse with a lot of “something more”

Posted on: July 30, 2016July 26, 2017

They all have a story Here is the story of Legend, as we know it. This gelding is less than a decade old, […]

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HOP Horse of the Day: Sangria
Adoptable Horses / Rescue Bio

HOP Horse of the Day: Sangria

Posted on: April 8, 2016June 17, 2016

Sangria is a knockout 8 year old Spotted Saddle Horse (Gaited) She stands 15.2hh or so. This gal could go any direction you want, […]

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HOP Horse of the Day: Macy
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HOP Horse of the Day: Macy

Posted on: April 3, 2016November 20, 2016

Macy is a sweet 19+ year old Rocky Mountain mare. She is 13.3hh She is smooth as silk under saddle. She is somewhat […]

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HOP Horse of the Day: Rudy (ADOPTED)
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HOP Horse of the Day: Rudy (ADOPTED)

Posted on: March 30, 2016June 14, 2016

ADOPTED NOW!   Rudy is another special guy to HOP. He was saved in Boone County as a feral horse that had been […]

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HOP Horse of the Day: Rhett (Adoption pending)
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HOP Horse of the Day: Rhett (Adoption pending)

Posted on: March 27, 2016June 14, 2016

Rhett is special to HOP as he was the first foal born into the rescue. He is now 4 years old and stands […]

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HOP Horse of the day: NOW ADOPTED – Irish
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HOP Horse of the day: NOW ADOPTED – Irish

Posted on: March 24, 2016June 14, 2016

Irish came to HOP a little over a year ago after being brought to safety in Ohio during one of the worst snow […]

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A horse is not a Skeleton simply because she is old.
Education / News / Rescue Bio

A horse is not a Skeleton simply because she is old.

Posted on: March 19, 2016June 23, 2016

So much neglect is ignore because folks believe this excuse.

A horse is not a Skeleton simply because she is old.

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The Only Cheap Thing about A Horse is the Cost to Obtain One
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The Only Cheap Thing about A Horse is the Cost to Obtain One

Posted on: March 18, 2016March 23, 2016

We understand, unfortunately, for some reason,
because horses are easily obtained for free or extremely
cheap these days, it somehow makes people falsely believe
they are cheap to care for, as well.

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Revenant, a Mine land Horse with a Destroyed Front Leg from West Virginia: Heart of Phoenix Equine Rescue
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Revenant, a Mine land Horse with a Destroyed Front Leg from West Virginia: Heart of Phoenix Equine Rescue

Posted on: March 12, 2016January 8, 2017

After many years, finally people know that  thousands and thousands of horses are abandoned on rural, hard to access lands in West Virginia […]

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Top Posts & Pages

  • What if I suggested that Horse Overpopulation May not be the MAIN Problem Equines Face?
    What if I suggested that Horse Overpopulation May not be the MAIN Problem Equines Face?
  • When is a horse old? We have to stop calling "20 year old horses" seniors. They are not old horses.
    When is a horse old? We have to stop calling "20 year old horses" seniors. They are not old horses.
  • Better Understanding Equine Condition: Toplines, bellies, necks and ribs
    Better Understanding Equine Condition: Toplines, bellies, necks and ribs
  • Your Old Horse Deserves Better
    Your Old Horse Deserves Better
  • Riding Levels for Heart of Phoenix Adoption
    Riding Levels for Heart of Phoenix Adoption

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