Hanaeleh Horse Rescue and Advocacy

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

Announcing Lou Dillon’s Children’s Book!

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Lou Dillon is proud to announce the release of his new children's book! It's called A Horse Comes to Hanaeleh: Lou Dillon's Story. It tells the story of Lou Dillon, from when he was found on the streets in Watts in Los Angeles, to how he came to live at Hanaeleh. Order Lou Dillon's book today- available only through the Hanaeleh website! Each book costs $20 w/ free shipping. Order your book by December 3rd to make sure you will receive it for the holidays! All proceeds from the book go to … [Read more...]

UPDATE: Garnet Gets to Gallop!

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When Garnet came to Hanaeleh in August, she had been living with an unchecked breathing issue for a very long time. She had been passed from one owner to another, with her breathing continuing to deteriorate. Her previous owner had tried to determine the issue and had consulted a vet, but they were never able to pinpoint the issue, and by the time she came to Hanaeleh, it had been a very long time since Garnet was able to run or exercise without a serious threat of her collapsing. Garnet gets … [Read more...]

Hanaeleh Says Thank You!

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This is the season for giving thanks, and Hanaeleh would like to thank everyone for all of your support- it is only through your kindness and generosity that we are able to continue the work of saving the horses. Thank You to Our Volunteers! Our volunteers are the lifeblood of the rescue- they come out every week (sometimes multiple times a week!) and work so very hard! Whether it's cleaning stalls, scrubbing waterers, spreading mulch, or grooming and exercising the horses, we are dependent … [Read more...]

UPDATE: SAFE! Lancaster, CA: Shetland Pony Mare Needs Home

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UPDATE: Safe! This little girl was helped by Hanaeleh to get to the Southern California Miniature Horse Sanctuary. We know she will get the love and care she needs there! xxxxx Hanaeleh was contacted by a woman who rescued two ponies from a neglectful situation. She was able to find a home for one pony, but she is still looking for a home for the little mare. The pony is NOT at Hanaeleh- for more information, please contact the owner Jennifer directly: jenniferhall98@yahoo.com or by phone: … [Read more...]

Check Out Our Newly Refurbished Arena and Round Pen!

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The Santa Ana winds that tore through our ranch last fall didn’t just destroy several of our shelters—they also blew away nearly all the sand from our arena. After the winter rains, we tried dragging the arena to loosen and soften the remaining dirt for the horses, but our current drag isn’t heavy … [Read More...]

SAFE! Yorba Linda, CA: 8 y/o TB Mare Needs Home

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UPDATE 4/18/25- The owner contacted us and let us know that Virginia has found a home! Thank you to everyone who helped share her story! Yorba Linda, CA: We were contacted by a woman facing financial hardship who needs help rehoming her 8-year-old Thoroughbred mare, Virginia. Virginia has … [Read More...]

Fallbrook, CA: Two Horses Need Homes!

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We were recently contacted by a woman who took in two horses—Brady and Quebec—after a friend moved away. Now, she is relocating out of state and, unfortunately, cannot bring the horses with her. Please note: Brady and Quebec are not currently at Hanaeleh. We are simply assisting in the search for a … [Read More...]