Big, Beautiful, Belgian

Bart is in his mid-twenties and has made his home with us since 2012. He arrived on a summer morning with his equine partner, Bubba. The two were surrendered by their owner who could no longer care for them. Bart was unsure that day, anxious, and even fearful. Over time, Bart slowly let his guard down. When he did, he revealed a huge heart of gold. Bart also revealed that his heart had been broken in the past, and he showed us signs of abuse that he endured. What he lived through previously, we will never truly know. In some ways, it does not truly matter. What matters most is the horse in front of us, now. What matters most is the Bart we know and love, now. What matters most is the Bart who has found refuge at Phoenix Rising.  [Read more…]