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Jewel
Jewel
The namesake of our rescue & sanctuary. Jewel came to us in 2023 severely malnourished and yet still maintained her sweet disposition. She was an Off the Track Thouroughbred who was approximately 21-25 years old. Jewel passed away on 10/3/2024. We were able to give her the happy ending that she deserved. Her memory lives on in each horse that we rescue.
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Joe
Joe
I am an approximately 14-year-old appendix horse, but I could be older. I am a gentle gelding and love my mares. I am actually Nutmeg's husband, so I was added to the Sanctuary list in January 2024. I am getting treatment for my arthritis and ringbone here at Jewels of the Desert. I am very laid back and great with children. If you want to make me really happy, I love neck scratches!
Nutmeg
Nutmeg
My name is Nutmeg. I am 20-year-old Belgian Draft Horse and am enjoying my retirement. I am very gentle and love apples. I used to be an Amish work horse and was abandoned in a kill pen in Missouri. Fortunately, I was rescued and spent the past 5 years as a lesson horse here in Tucson. In October 2024, Jewels of the Desert brought me home so I can be spoiled, pampered, and fawned over in their sanctuary. I love being groomed and baths in the summertime
Odie
Odie
My name was Odie (short for Odysseus because I had quite the long journey in life). Jewels of the Desert brought me from Tolleson, AZ on January 4, 2025 and I passed away on January15, 2025. Throughout my time at Jewels of the Desert, I recieved lots of love and treats to make up for the mistreatment and neglect that my owners inflicted on me. I was loved and I mattered in my last days on Earth.
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Blackie
Mid 20's gelding , super gentle but a bit stiff on his hind end and is a bit sway back . Blackie will enjoy his life here in sanctuary !! He is very sweet and loves to just hang around you and the other horses .
Becky
Becky’s story is one of resilience and trust—though she’s had a rough start, we’re committed to helping her find peace and comfort.. After being sold to a family who mishandled her during transport (she was tied incorrectly in the trailer and ended up falling, injuring her neck), her journey took a sad turn. The injury affected her equilibrium, causing her head to tilt and making her a bit off balance, both physically and emotionally.
For most of her 15 years of life, Becky was used solely as a broodmare, which means she never had the chance to learn about the world beyond the confines of a breeding program. The lack of proper care, both physically and emotionally, has left her hesitant and skittish around people— She enjoys being with Joe and Nutmeg.
Liberty
Liberty
16 Year old Draft Mare , This girl is shy but interested . She is lame with rotation on her front right hoof. She is on the sanctuary side until she can become available if she can heal her laminitis .
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