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Senior Horse Abandoned in Ukraine Rescued Just in Time

Our fearless hero Krystina continues to receive calls for help for abandoned animals in war-torn Ukraine. She is already caring for over 250 dogs at her shelter Under the Sun, with your support, but continues to come to the rescue of animals in need. 

While Krystina mostly rescues dogs and cats, she has taken in a malnourished goat and recently saved a senior horse named Grad. 

brown horse standing in dirt pasture with wooden fence

Photo: Under the Sun

The old horse was abandoned by his owners and was at risk of being “sold for meat”. 

Before the war, Krystina worked and cared for horses and was contacted by a rescue volunteer to see if she could help Grad. 

brown horse in dirt pasture on sunny day


Photo: Under the Sun

Caring and feeding a horse is expensive, but Krystina was not about to let this sweet horse die. She contacted a stable near her shelter and arranged for Grad to be brought there to live out the rest of his days. 

bay horse with old halter inside horse trailer


Photo: Under the Sun

Krystina is covering his care and visits him daily to restore his faith in humans by giving him the love and affection he deserves. In return, he is providing much-needed therapy to Krystina that allows her to relax with each stroke of a brush and gentle nudge of his nose. 

woman brushing a horse in stall filled with straw


Photo: Under the Sun

Join us in helping Krystina feed and care for all the animals in her care by donating here. Every dollar helps fill the bellies of these innocent animals who are all waiting for a loving home. 

Andrea PowellAndrea Powell

Andrea Powell is an animal enthusiast who resides in West Michigan. When not writing, she is exploring the great outdoors with her dogs and horses.

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