Easy Horse Care Rescue Centre

Easy Horse Care Rescue Centre Founded in 2008, our non-profit rescue centre saves neglected, abused and abandoned equines in Spain. We also welcome volunteers to work in the shops.

The Easy Horse Care Rescue Centre was founded in 2008 by Sue and Rod Weeding. We are British expats who had moved to Spain from England in 2001 to enjoy an easy sunshine-and-relaxation retirement. But all that changed in 2008 with Luceiro, a two-year-old stallion we found locked in a filthy and dark stable, his left eye badly injured and rotting, hurling himself repeatedly against the bars of his

stall as flies drove him crazy. Unable to walk away from such a distressing case of animal cruelty, we brought Luceiro home to our own finca – and unwittingly created a much-needed horse rescue centre. We set up our Easy Horse Care Rescue Centre near the little town of Rojales in the province of Alicante, along Spain’s Costa Blanca coastline. We now care for more than 90 horses, ponies and donkeys saved from abuse and neglect. We believe that when you love an animal, you fight to save it. They may be old crocks and broken down and disabled or whatever, but for the abuse they’ve suffered and survived, they deserve a second chance. We are determined to help push for the better treatment of animals in Spain and constantly lobby authorities to change laws and punish those who abuse animals. Learn about our many donation options, including one-off donations and horse sponsorships, here: www.easyhorsecare.net/donate

We also run a network of charity shops across the Alicante province. Donations of furniture, clothes and bric-a-brac to stock the shops are gratefully welcomed. Find out more here: http://easyhorsecare.net/shops/charity-shops

Every single cent donated or spent in our charity shops goes towards the hefty feeding and care costs of all our animals. Thank you for helping us gift these equines a second chance at life.

– Sue and Rod Weeding

🌞 Love the Summer Sun? Come Join Us at the Centre! 🐴While some of our amazing volunteers take a well-earned rest during ...
30/06/2025

🌞 Love the Summer Sun? Come Join Us at the Centre! 🐴

While some of our amazing volunteers take a well-earned rest during the hottest part of the year, we know there are others who thrive in the heat and love nothing more than working outdoors in the Spanish sunshine. If that sounds like you, we’d love to have you on board!

At Easy Horse Care Rescue Centre, we’re always looking to keep our volunteer numbers healthy — not because we’re desperate, but because with over 120 rescued animals relying on us each day, many hands truly make lighter work, especially in summer.

🧹 Most of our field cleaning happens between 9am and 12pm, before the worst of the heat sets in. But we’re flexible — come a little earlier or a bit later, whatever suits your day. Every little bit helps, and you’ll be making a genuine difference.

🏡 We’re also currently looking for a couple of people to live in over the coming weeks to cover several important roles while regular team members are away on summer holiday. Tasks include:

Cleaning paddocks

Helping in the stables

Feeding the horses and donkeys

A high level of fitness is essential, as this is physical work in high temperatures — but it’s incredibly rewarding, and you’ll become part of the day-to-day rhythm of this very special place.

🌾 Whether you’re available for just a morning or looking for a full-on summer experience immersed in the life of a horse rescue centre, we’d love to hear from you.

To volunteer, please contact Susan directly on +34 652 021 980 or visit our website and fill out the online form:
👉 www.easyhorsecare.net/volunteer

🌞 Too Hot to Trot? How Horses and Donkeys Cope with the Heat 🐴💦As temperatures soar in southern Spain, spare a thought f...
29/06/2025

🌞 Too Hot to Trot? How Horses and Donkeys Cope with the Heat 🐴💦

As temperatures soar in southern Spain, spare a thought for our four-legged friends at the Easy Horse Care Rescue Centre. The extreme heat can be just as challenging for equines as it is for us — in fact, horses and donkeys can suffer serious consequences if they’re not properly protected.

Luckily, all of our animals have ready access to clean drinking water and shelter in every field, with automated water systems that keep their troughs topped up and shaded areas covering a good portion of each paddock. But it’s not just about comfort — it’s essential for survival.

☀️ How do equines handle the heat?
Horses and donkeys are surprisingly efficient at regulating their body temperature, primarily through sweating — much like us. In fact, horses are some of the few animals that sweat profusely. But unlike us, they don’t just lose water; they also lose a vital protein called latherin, which helps the sweat foam and spread over their bodies to evaporate more quickly.

However, in high heat, particularly with humidity, this system can start to falter. Horses can lose up to 10–15 litres of sweat per hour during exertion, making dehydration a real threat — especially for older or more vulnerable animals.

🐎 Donkeys, on the other hand, evolved for dry desert climates, so they cope slightly better in hot conditions. They sweat less than horses and conserve water more efficiently — but this makes them more prone to overheating if forced to exert themselves, as their cooling mechanism is less active.

🔥 Heat-related risks include:
• Dehydration
• Heat stroke (which can be fatal if untreated)
• Sunburn (especially on pale-skinned horses like our palomino, Harley)
• Colic, due to reduced water intake or electrolyte imbalance
• Fly infestations and allergic reactions to bites, which are more common in summer

At the Centre, we’ve already seen several cases of fly bite reactions, requiring cortisone injections, and we’ve ramped up the monitoring for any signs of distress.

🚿 Our response?
• Fans in the stables to keep airflow moving
• Frequent health checks from Susan and the team
• Cool showers for those most in need
• And as always, plenty of fresh, clean water on constant supply

As you can see, caring for these rescued souls is a full-time job, especially when the mercury rises. But their comfort, safety and dignity are what matter most to us.

💛 So the next time you’re sweltering in the Spanish sun, imagine doing it in a fur coat — and raise a glass (of water!) to our incredible equine residents and the volunteers who keep them safe and cool.

28/06/2025

🌬️🐔 When you're fabulous and you know it...

With the Spanish heat turning up the dial, we've switched on the giant stable fans to keep our horses and ponies as cool and comfortable as possible. But guess who’s claimed front-row seating?

Yes – one of our chickens has discovered the joys of air conditioning and planted herself directly in front of the breeze like she's in a shampoo advert. Feathers fluffed, eyes half-closed, looking every bit the glamorous starlet in a 1950s film, waiting for her close-up.

While the rest of us wilt, she’s living the dream.

At Easy Horse Care Rescue Centre, we do what we can to help our animals cope with the summer heat – from extra showers to shaded areas, cool water, and, apparently, VIP fan access for feathered divas.

💨🐓 Who needs Hollywood when you’ve got a wind machine and a chicken with attitude?

🌞 Come and meet the magic behind the mission! 🌞Looking for a meaningful way to spend your afternoon? Our guided tours ru...
25/06/2025

🌞 Come and meet the magic behind the mission! 🌞

Looking for a meaningful way to spend your afternoon? Our guided tours run every day at 12:00 and offer a behind-the-scenes look at the incredible work being done at the Easy Horse Care Rescue Centre.

💬 Hear the extraordinary stories of the 120+ rescued horses, donkeys, ponies (and the odd pig, peacock, or chicken!) who now live safe, happy lives thanks to your support.
🏡 Learn about the history of the centre and how a handful of determined people created a sanctuary of compassion from the ground up.
👣 Be guided by warm, knowledgeable volunteers who know every name, every tale, and every quirk.

🎟️ Tours last around 1.5 hours and cost just €10 per adult and €5 per child, by donation – every cent goes directly toward feed, medical care, and sanctuary improvements.
📅 Booking is essential so we can arrange a guide just for you – send us a message to reserve your spot!

☀️ Important: The centre has very little shade. During these hot summer months, we strongly advise visitors to bring a sunhat, wear sturdy shoes, and bring water.

🐴💚 Come and see what rescue looks like. You might just fall in love.

🔥 From Ashes to Action – An Update on Our Quesada Shop 🔥Just days ago, we shared the devastating news that our Quesada c...
24/06/2025

🔥 From Ashes to Action – An Update on Our Quesada Shop 🔥

Just days ago, we shared the devastating news that our Quesada charity shop – one of three vital lifelines for Easy Horse Care Rescue Centre – had been the target of an arson attack. While the fire thankfully didn’t pe*****te the interior, smoke damage and external destruction meant a temporary closure and an enormous blow to morale.

But what’s happened since has truly left us speechless. 💛

The outpouring of support has been nothing short of incredible.

From heartfelt donations to offers of hands-on help, the response has reminded us just how powerful community kindness can be. People have come forward to clean, wash and iron salvageable stock. Others have offered their time, services and encouragement – a wave of generosity that has lifted everyone’s spirits.

Jules, our unstoppable Quesada shop manager, is leading the charge, power-washing the walls and preparing the shop for its comeback. Meanwhile, local media and radio stations have helped spread the word, and the police have been nothing but supportive throughout.

To every single one of you who has reached out with kindness, energy or empathy – thank you. You’re helping turn a senseless act of destruction into a story of resilience, solidarity and hope. 🐴❤️

And as we prepare to reopen, we’re looking for new volunteers to help in the Quesada shop. If you’d like to be part of this determined, joyful team and support our rescued horses and donkeys, we’d love to hear from you.

We’ll keep you updated as the shop returns to life – stronger and more loved than ever.

22/06/2025

💩 Let’s Talk... POO! 🚜

Yes, you read that right – today we’re getting down and dirty with a subject that everyone wonders about but few dare to ask: what happens to all the muck our 120+ horses, donkeys, ponies (and friends) produce?

With so many large animals in our care, let’s just say… it adds up! 😅 Thankfully, we have an incredible team of ground clearance volunteers who spend their mornings out in the fields shovelling and barrowing it all out. But where does it go after that?

In today’s video, Susan lifts the lid (not literally, don’t worry!) on the next stage of the journey as our muck containers are collected and taken away.

It’s all part of the less glamorous but absolutely essential side of rescue work – and yes, it’s still powered by community spirit, muscle, and a lot of wheelbarrows.

🎥 Watch the video to see behind the scenes and give a shout-out to the unsung heroes who help us stay clean and composted!

🔥 Devastating News from Our Charity Shop in Quesada 💔We’re heartbroken to share that our charity shop in Ciudad Quesada ...
21/06/2025

🔥 Devastating News from Our Charity Shop in Quesada 💔

We’re heartbroken to share that our charity shop in Ciudad Quesada was the target of an arson attack late on Thursday night.

Thanks to the quick response of emergency services, the fire was stopped before it could pe*****te the interior – a narrow escape, as the whole row of shops could so easily have gone up in flames. However, the front of the shop was badly damaged, and the inside is thick with smoke, meaning the shop will need to close for a time while we assess the full extent of the damage and begin repairs.

This is not just a shop – it’s a vital lifeline for the rescue centre. Along with our other stores in La Zenia and La Siesta, the Quesada shop plays a major role in keeping the centre running, helping to cover feed, vet bills, and the daily care of over 120 rescued horses, ponies, and donkeys.

We know how upsetting this will be for our incredible volunteers, who work tirelessly to make the shops a success. And for the manager of the Quesada store – recently featured in our newsletter – this is a particularly cruel blow after all the heart and energy she’s poured into the shop.

We’ll be sharing updates as we know more. In the meantime, please keep our Quesada team in your thoughts, and if you’re able to support the rescue centre in any way, now would be an especially good time.

💛 Together, we’ll get through this. As ever, our gratitude to you all.

21/06/2025

🦚 Peacock Parenting: A Masterclass in Two Styles 🐔🐣

Yesterday, we watched one of our beautiful peahens proudly es**rt her three fluffy chicks through the stables for the very first time – a gentle, touching glimpse of motherhood in action.

But today, things get even more interesting…

In this delightful follow-up video, our peahen returns – this time leading her little ones straight over to the surrogate chicken mum who’s been raising a clutch of abandoned peacock chicks. What follows is a curious moment of cross-species parenting observation, as our peahen seems to assess the chicken’s childcare techniques with a certain... scepticism. 👀

Two mothers, two very different styles – but both with the same aim: keeping their babies safe, warm, and learning about the world.

As Susan says in the video, it's one of those quietly magical moments that makes life at Easy Horse Care so endlessly surprising. It also speaks volumes about the resilience of nature – and the gentle adaptability of our animals.

🎥 Watch now and enjoy this sweet exchange between two devoted mothers, one feathered in royal blue and the other in humble hen-house hues.

20/06/2025

🦚 The Peacock Parade – A Mother's First Tour 🐣

Not long ago, we shared the extraordinary tale of a broody chicken stepping in to raise some abandoned peacock chicks. But today, we celebrate the other side of the story – a proud peacock mum doing the job herself!

In this heartwarming video, you’ll see one of our resident peahens gently guiding her three newly hatched chicks through the stables area for the very first time. There’s a lovely sense of quiet determination as she introduces them to the sights, sounds, and scents of sanctuary life.

In Spanish, a peacock is called “pavo real” – literally, “royal turkey” – and we can’t think of a better name for these majestic creatures with their proud strut and regal plumage.

These moments of peace, beauty and natural instinct are the kind that make life at the centre so special. We hope this little family brings a smile to your day, just as they did to ours.

🎥 Watch the video and take a stroll with our royal mum and her tiny treasures.

17/06/2025

🐴 Pedro’s Eye Update – Fighting to Save His Sight 🐴

Beautiful Pedro has been through a lot recently, but today we bring you a glimmer of hope.

In this video, our vet Dorothea explains the next steps in Pedro’s treatment as we continue the fight to save not only his eye, but perhaps even some of his sight.

Administering medication directly to his eye had become increasingly difficult — stressful for him and challenging for us. So a catheter has now been carefully fitted, allowing us to deliver the medicine more efficiently and comfortably, without further distress.

The good news? Pedro is responding to treatment. The swelling is reducing and, while it’s still early days, Dorothea outlines her plan going forward and the cautious optimism we’re holding onto.

This is the kind of round-the-clock care and commitment that every animal here receives — made possible by your support.

Watch the video to hear Dorothea’s expert insight, and please keep Pedro in your thoughts as he continues his journey toward healing. 💜

🐴 A Week in the Life of Rescue: When Everything Happens at Once 🐴Some weeks at the Easy Horse Care Rescue Centre feel li...
16/06/2025

🐴 A Week in the Life of Rescue: When Everything Happens at Once 🐴

Some weeks at the Easy Horse Care Rescue Centre feel like a blur of bandages, vet calls, and constant problem-solving — and this has been one of them.

Moses kicked things off in dramatic style by slicing his pastern down to the cartilage on a water trough, leaving a deep, serious wound. He’s now heavily bandaged and soon to be plastered, under close observation.

While that was unfolding, one of our ponies began struggling to breathe — a sudden and frightening reaction that needed immediate intervention to stabilise his respiratory system.

At the same time, one of our laminitic donkeys developed an abscess, adding another layer of pain to an already difficult condition. Then Ginger, one of our front-field regulars, came up lame with a hoof abscess of her own and is now resting with her foot bandaged.

Just as we caught our breath, Harley — our proud, beautiful 37-year-old palomino — began showing signs of swelling in a back hock. It seems an old injury is breaking down with age. He's too elderly for complex surgery, so comfort and gentle care are now our focus.

The weather hasn’t helped: hot and humid days have triggered bad reactions in several horses from fly bites — some so severe they’ve required cortisone injections to settle the swelling and discomfort.

And then Dakota — quiet, gentle Dakota — developed a viral infection. She’s now on antibiotics and under watchful eyes.

It’s a lot. But it’s what rescue looks like.

Every limp, cough, bite, lump and flare-up is taken seriously. Because in a sanctuary like ours, there are no small problems — only big hearts rising to meet them.

🐴💜 If you've ever wondered where your donations go, this is it. Into plasters and poultices, syringes and sweat, into every act of care that helps keep these animals safe.

Thank you for standing with us. We couldn’t do any of it without you.

🎉 🐷 Ruppert the Pig is now... OFFICIALLY LEGAL! 🐷 🎉It’s true – paperwork has been signed, stamps have been stamped, and ...
15/06/2025

🎉 🐷 Ruppert the Pig is now... OFFICIALLY LEGAL! 🐷 🎉

It’s true – paperwork has been signed, stamps have been stamped, and we are thrilled to announce that Ruppert, our free-spirited, gate-crashing, apple-munching pig, is now officially certified by the powers that be. ✅

Yes, after a long and winding journey through the labyrinth of Spanish bureaucracy, Ruppert now holds the kind of official status most pigs can only dream of. He strutted his stuff this morning with an air of quiet satisfaction.

Let’s not forget – this is the same Ruppert who turned up here uninvited six years ago, narrowly escaped a trip to the slaughterhouse, and has been living his best life ever since. And now? He’s not just part of the furniture – he’s got the paperwork to prove it.

📸 Swipe to see Ruppert posing like the proud citizen he is!

Big thanks to everyone who helped us navigate the endless forms, tests and inspections. This might just be the most important piece of pig paperwork ever processed.

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Our Story

Founded in 2008 by Sue and Rod Weeding, our non-profit rescue centre saves neglected and abused horses, ponies and donkeys across Spain's Costa Blanca region.

We’re British expats who had moved to Spain from England in 2001 to enjoy an easy sunshine-and-relaxation retirement. But all that changed in 2008 with Luceiro, a two-year-old stallion we found locked in a filthy and dark stable, his left eye badly injured and rotting, hurling himself repeatedly against the bars of his stall as flies drove him crazy.

Unable to walk away from such a distressing case of animal cruelty, we brought Luceiro home to our own finca – and unwittingly created a much-needed horse rescue centre. We set up our Easy Horse Care Rescue Centre near the little town of Rojales in the province of Alicante, along Spain’s Costa Blanca coastline. We now care for more than 90 horses, ponies and donkeys saved from abuse and neglect. We believe that when you love an animal, you fight to save it. They may be old crocks and broken down and disabled or whatever, but for the abuse they’ve suffered and survived, they deserve a second chance. We are determined to help push for the better treatment of animals in Spain and constantly lobby authorities to change laws and punish those who abuse animals.

Our Easy Horse Care Rescue Centre is registered as a charitable foundation in Spain and all donations are tax deductible. Learn about our many donation options, including one-off donations and horse sponsorships, here: www.easyhorsecare.net/donate We also run a network of charity shops across the Alicante province. Donations of furniture, clothes and bric-a-brac to stock the shops are gratefully welcomed. We also welcome volunteers to work in the shops. Find out more here: http://easyhorsecare.net/shops/charity-shops Every single cent donated or spent in our charity shops goes towards the hefty feeding and care costs of all our animals. Thank you for helping us gift these equines a second chance at life. – Sue and Rod Weeding