Barbie

Barbie is a beautiful 13 year old Tennessee Walker/Draft cross mare who came to Dove Creek in the summer of 2023. Her former owner rode her in endurance competitions but then Barbie started having some eye issues.  The vet diagnosed her with eye cancer and they made the decision to remove her eye. She adjusted to her new disability very well, but had to stop doing endurance rides. Her owner ended up having to move and decided to not take Barbie with her. Sadly she dropped her off a riding facility and never returned. The owner of the facility contacted s Board member of DCER, Kaitlin, and she took Barbie in to keep her horse company. After a few years being a buddy” to Kaitlin’s horse, we learned about Barbie and our Executive Director fell in love with her. She was welcomed at Dove Creek and is now a member of the Led By Horses Program which helps humans build trust, heal, and find direction. Her disability teaches us that no matter what we go through, with love and care we can find that safe place to heal and thrive. Her height and beauty draws people in, and Barbies kind demeanor brings peace and acceptance to others.

Age: 13

Breed: Tennessee Walker/Draft

Color: Red Roan

Gender: Mare

Height: 17h

Sponsored by

Jim & Barbara Whitton, Amarillo, TX

Teresa Torres, Amarillo, TX

A note to potential sponsor:

Every horse needs several sponsors to fully fund their care, averaging $400/month at Dove Creek Equine Rescue. Monthly sponsorships from $10-$150/month are greatly appreciated!