Heart of Phoenix Equine Rescue is a powerful advocate for equines throughout Appalachia. Founded at a time when there were no active organizations in the state of West Virginia, we continue to work throughout the East Coast and beyond with a united group of volunteers and partners to improve the outlook for horses in our region.

While we focus on feral and difficult equines, we also work hard to offer an open shelter to any Thoroughbred in need.

Heart of Phoenix strives to educate horse owners daily through our blog and active social media pages. We have worked to create lasting and positive change for horses. As an advocacy organization located where poverty is rife, we understand a focus on education and owner assistance is vital.

Working at the root of issues we have encountered over the last 16 years through clinics, wide-spread euthanasia access, educational events, training challenges and other in-person services, we continue to seek to be known as a beacon for good horsemanship in the region.

We seek to be a resource for horses, wherever they are, not only those currently in our care, but for those adopted out or in need of coming to us. Our horses receive whatever they need, whether it is rehabilitation, end of life services, or extensive re-training to become awesome equine partners for adopters.

Heart of Phoenix has a goal to create more good horsemen and horsewomen, so there are more suitable homes and fewer horses in need of rescue and assistance. The horses of this region have a much-needed voice thanks to Heart of Phoenix’s supporters.