Paloma
When Paloma arrived at Second Chance Farm, she was just a shadow of a horse 29 years old, skin and bones, her ribs painfully visible, her hooves overgrown, her body sunken into the dust. She was found barely clinging to life in one of the worst neglect cases we’ve ever seen — part of a police investigation where several animals had already died on the property.
Paloma had nearly given up. She could hardly stand. She had stopped eating. Her eyes told a story of pain, abandonment, and quiet resignation.
But she was still alive.
Our team acted immediately. Dental work, X-rays, blood tests, and a tailored care plan were put in place. Slowly, carefully, we reintroduced her to nourishment with a personalized diet, created just for her by our veterinary team. We weren’t just trying to save a horse — we were trying to show her that life was still worth living.
And little by little, Paloma began to come back.
Today, she’s about 31 years old and completely blind, but don’t let that fool you she’s vibrant, strong, and full of life. She knows the rhythm of the sanctuary by heart and navigates her days with confidence, surrounded by love and peace she never knew before.
Paloma is no longer the forgotten soul in the dust.
She is a symbol of resilience, and a reminder of why we do what we do.
Alfredito
Before Second Chance Farm
Alfredito was born in a holding facility — a place where horses and donkeys are kept until they are transported to Mexico for slaughter. He was only 2 days old when we got him, arriving with another 10 donkeys rescued from the same place.
From the very start, Alfredito was fighting for his life. He was critically ill with salmonella and aspiration pneumonia, incredibly weak, and given less than a 10% chance of survival.
His Journey to Healing
He spent more than 13 days in the hospital, receiving life-saving treatments including blood transfusions, plasma transfusions, medications, and IV fluid therapy. Every day was a battle, but slowly, Alfredito began to show signs of improvement — and we began to see the light.
Today: A Life Full of Love
Today, Alfredito is one of the most famous rescues at Second Chance Farm, with a massive following of supporters who stood by him through it all. He’s playful, loving, and full of personality — especially when he’s spending time inside my house, where he knows he’s part of the family.
Texas & Arizona – From the Edge of Slaughter to the Promise of a New Life
Before Second Chance Farm
Texas and Arizona were both over 20 years old when we met them — two souls standing in the dust of a Texas holding facility, hours away from being shipped to slaughter in Mexico.
They were completely emaciated, in shock, barely moving. Their eyes were tired, their bodies frail, and their spirits seemed gone. They had less than two hours to be saved.
Their Journey to Healing
The moment they arrived, our veterinary team went to work. They received bloodwork, X-rays, teeth floating, hoof care, and every possible treatment to start their recovery.
They were given not only food and medical attention, but also a safe place to rest, a calm environment, and the gentle reassurance that their lives mattered.
Today: Stronger in Body and Spirit
Just four months later, the transformation is remarkable. Both Texas and Arizona have gained significant weight, their coats are healthier, and their eyes now carry a spark of curiosity. Emotionally, they’ve come back to life — enjoying the company of other horses and learning to trust again.
They are still at the sanctuary, continuing their recovery. When they are fully ready, our hope is to find them a loving home together, where they can live out their days in peace.
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