"Somewhere...somewhere in time's own space, there must be some sweet pastured place, where creeks sing on and tall trees grow, a place where forgotten horses can go." - Author Unknown
This sweet boy was found abandoned and starving in a rural area of northern Arkansas.
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Sparrow
Sparrow (Before)
We made the five hour drive to bring him back to the safety of Proud Spirit---this was taken the day he arrived.
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Sparrow
Sparrow (After)
This is Sparrow today. He still needs to gain more weight, but he's well on his way to recovery!
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Sparrow
Phoenix (Before)
This horse was found abandoned and starving in a vacant field. He was confiscated by law enforcement and placed in our custody.
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Phoenix when he first arrived.
Phoenix (After)
And this is what he looks like today. We named him Phoenix because he definitely rose from the ashes.
Phoenix After
Dusty (Before)
Dusty was only two years old when he was rescued from slaughter. This photo was taken two weeks after he was brought to Proud Spirit, still very thin and depressed.
Dancer had been isolated and abandoned in a field. This photo was taken the day Dancer was rescued and had arrived safely at Proud Spirit.
Dancer
Dancer (After)
Dancer's story is one of the most moving stories in "The Horses of Proud Spirit." Get your copy of the book and read all about this gallant Appaloosa here.
