There is something about the gentle wisdom
in a horse’s eye that can put even
the most troubled soul at peace.
-Author Unknown
OUR MISSION
You’ll never look as deeply into an animal’s eyes as you will into a horse’s eyes. Those eyes can show you love and commitment, but often the first thing we see is their fear. Horses wear their abuse and hopelessness. When we find them, they know they are at the end and all alone. Maybe they were someone’s pet they couldn’t care for or didn’t want anymore. Maybe their owner found they were no longer of use and they became one more mouth to feed. They are packed into confined places with little or no food or water. They have scars from being pushed and shoved into trailers on their way to auction. Each day they deteriorate further, until emaciation becomes their grim reality. This is when they are sold to kill pens to suffer an incomprehensible death. Our non-profit was started by Robin Hilliard, and Krystal Hilliard. It became our mission to rescue any horse we could… to provide for, love, and nurture them back to the best versions of themselves. OUR PURPOSE became clear: to secure adoptions and find them good homes for the remainder of their lives. It costs more money to do this than we ever imagined.
WELCOME OUR NEW ARRIVALS
Kai & Leela
Leela and Kai are a Mother and Son pair that came to us from a neglect case.
Meet Leela, a 27-year-old mare who has come a long way since arriving at Broke-n-Beautiful. When she first joined us, she was over 400 pounds underweight, but thanks to the love and care she’s received, she has started to gain some weight. Leela is determined to continue her journey to better health, though she is currently facing some tendon issues in her front hoof, which has put her on stall rest for the time being. Despite her challenges, Leela is receiving plenty of attention from both her fellow horses and the wonderful people here at the sanctuary. She is a sweet and loving mare, known for her nurturing instincts. In her previous home, she selflessly shared most of her food with her foal, Kai, to ensure his survival. Her dedication to him shows just how special she is. Leela is truly a gentle soul who would go above and beyond for those around her, even if it means putting herself through discomfort. We are grateful to have her with us as she continues to heal and thrive.
Now, let’s meet Kai. He is a striking 16-year-old paint gelding with a lot of personality. While he is currently working through some behavioral challenges, we are committed to helping him thrive. Kai is deeply bonded to his mother, Leela, and is gradually learning to gain independence from him. With his impressive stature at 16 hands, he undeniably commands attention wherever he goes. However, Kai faces trust issues, especially with men, and tends to seek comfort in the company of women. Despite these hurdles, he is healthy and making steady progress. Kai’s journey is just beginning, and we believe that with patience and care, he will grow into the incredible horse he is meant to be
Clover’s Story
Clover’s remarkable journey began when Krystal, one of our passionate co-founders, stumbled upon her in a Craigslist ad while searching for a suitable starter horse for her son. After engaging in heartfelt discussions with Clover’s previous owner, Krystal was determined to rescue her and secured the funds to meet the horse in person. Upon arrival, it was clear that Clover was in distress; she bore painful open wounds and was reliant on medication just to manage her behavior. When the owner offered to demonstrate Clover’s riding capabilities, Krystal instinctively declined, recognizing the urgent need to rescue her from this dire situation. Once Clover was welcomed into her new home, it became evident that her struggles extended far beyond physical injuries—she was grappling with deep-seated emotional trauma. As Krystal’s own health began to decline, she faced the difficult decision to move back home. In this transition, both Robin and Krystal realized it was time to give the horses a fresh start as well. Unfortunately, when they arrived, neither horse was in adequate health. With unwavering love and dedicated veterinary care, Robin and Krystal founded Broke-N-Beautiful with the goal of healing and rehabilitation. Clover and her loyal companion, Allstar, became the first residents of this sanctuary. Now, eight years later, Clover has triumphed over most of her past trauma and has fully healed from her physical wounds. She has blossomed into our lead mare and adores her donkeys, affectionately known as “Donkey Momma.” Today, Clover is fully embracing her best life, soaking up every ounce of love and attention she receives.
