HORSE RESCUE AND SANCTUARY

from Las Vegas Pet Scene Magazine, November/December 2022

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Hearts Alive Village Horse Hearts Alive Village Horse Rescue and Sanctuary Rescue and Sanctuary

Opening a new barn to save the lives of horses throughout the Las Vegas valley!

On Tuesday, September 13, Hearts Alive Village held a ground-breaking ceremony for the opening of the new barn. It was held at the Horse & Hooves Rescue & Sanctuary which was started in 2021. Located west of the Skye Canyon community, situated on 15 acres with a majestic mountain view, the rescue provides the perfect setting for a horse sanctuary. The new barn is scheduled to open soon and will be the first of its kind in Las Vegas. The 8400 SF structure will feature 10 spacious, indoor/outdoor stalls, custom stocks for medical and farrier care, as well as a small indoor arena. When completed it will hold up to 48 horses.

The sanctuary will serve the most vulnerable horses that do not have other options. Typically, they have been abused, neglected, abandoned and sometimes surrendered because their owners could no longer afford to keep them. Ultimately the goal is adoption but the horses will have sanctuary, a safe place to heal and recover regardless of the length of time that requires. Some will live out their lives at the sanctuary.

It is heartbreaking to realize how many horses need sanctuary. Horses are so deeply in our nation’s history and in our hearts. These magnificent beings are good for our souls; they do leave hoofprints on our hearts.

We had the opportunity to personally experience the sanctuary, to see the plans and the progress was a privilege. Looking at the master plan we glimpsed the vision, realized the commitment, the dedication to the dream, the details and planning involved to develop the plan. The support of the community is essential for the completion of the sanctuary and its ongoing work. Christy Stevens, Founder & Executive Director of Hearts Alive Village, said, “We need our community’s support to save the most vulnerable horses and goats. With everyone working together, we will make this dream a reality!”

In early October concrete work and foundations were completed. New shade trees were planted which the horses are enjoying.