Horses in Rehabilitation
When a new horse arrives, we promptly initiate a thorough evaluation process to determine its age, health, behavior, temperament, and training levels. During the two-week quarantine period, we also prioritize addressing any urgent health issues to ensure the horse’s well-being. We also believe that it is essential to allow the new horse to decompress and acclimate to its new surroundings.This can sometimes take months. Once we feel the horse is ready, we carefully introduce it to the herd and begin the transformative rehabilitation process, setting the stage for a successful future.
Blaze
Blaze is sweet boy and approximately 16 - 17 years old. He was surrendered by a lovely family who wanted him to have a better life. Blaze is living with the lower herd and has shown that he is solid on the ground and we're assessing his comfort and interest in under saddle work. He is clearly knowledgeable and accustomed to ridden work. Blaze arrived in August, 2024.
With years of dedicated experience in caring for, nurturing, retraining, and rehoming horses, our passionate staff advocates tirelessly for each horse's journey. We customize our rehabilitation process for every individual horse, ensuring that they receive the best possible care and support for a positive and successful transition.
Reba
Reba is a mustang mare in her late teens. She is approximately 14 hands. Her coat color is beautiful chestnut with some roaning.
She was once hard to catch but is now eager to be caught and allows others, like our veterinarian, to help. She is easy to lead, groom, and handle, though she shows some anxiety and separation issues.
We’re gradually increasing her time away from her companion, Ginger, and she loads well into a trailer.
She has done a small amount of ridden work bareback and, although, hesitantly participating, does seem anxious still so we are taking things slowly with her.
Reba has been with HBH since June 2024.
Lulu
(also known as Princess Lulu)
Meet "Princess Lulu", our newest owner surrender in Sept 2025.
Once upon a time on the range...
In 2018, a princess was born in the Virginia Range - a beautiful filly from a majestic bloodline - her range name was Nora and she held within her the promise of a long life as a wild and free mustang. Unfortunately, she was born with a congenital issue with her front hooves, occurring statistically more often in her particular bloodline. Even the significant walking across the range done by wild horses did not keep her club foot in check. When Nora was a yearling, a resident of the remote area of the range that her family frequented, fell in love with her and asked if she could take her in. The resident worked through the State of Nevada and was granted permission to adopt the filly. Nora, now Lulu, was very well-cared for at her new home and regular corrective farrier work kept her club foot in check.
Sadly, Lulu's adopter underwent several life changes and determined she can no longer care for Lulu. Through no fault of her own, this sweet cuddle bug, Virginia Range royalty, who has never known mistreatment, is looking for a new kingdom. Lulu is a low-maintenance mare, except for the required corrective trims to manage her club foot, and not afraid of new people or things. Lulu will do great in an environment where she is treated like the princess she is, and her hooves maintained regularly.
We will be assessing Lulu's anticipated physical and mental/emotional capabilities and preferences to see if she will be more suited as a companion horse, or if she may be interested and capable of light riding. We're excited to be a part of Princess Lulu's journey. She is approx a 13.2 hand sweetheart who is already a favorite with the volunteers. Stay tuned for more updates!
Cal
We are pleased to introduce Cal, a grade gelding who arrived in Sept 2025 and is a real sweetheart. He is approximately 11 years old and is a bit cautious when he meets new people, but enjoys being the center of attention when it comes to receiving treats or entertaining the ladies (the mares in the herd love him).
Cal was rescued from a kill pen/feed lot in Idaho by his previous owner, who invested considerable time and effort into his training and care. He is reportedly experienced in all ground handling and green broke under saddle. Due to unforeseen life changes, his previous owner was no longer able to provide the necessary attention and care, and made the difficult decision to rehome Cal. We appreciate his selfless decision to prioritize Cal's well being and trust us with his care. We will provide updates on his progress.