News
Stories from the sanctuary, the animals and daily life.
46 degrees: our animals feel it too
Temperatures around 40 degrees for months. This week it reached 46. We're launching a Code Red plan to keep our animals safe.
Read moreThe first coop is up
The first coop is standing. The chickens are delighted with it.
Read moreCode Red in France: Day and Night for the Animals
Heatwave in France: Little rooster Dinkie nearly succumbed, but was saved. We work around the clock for the animals.
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Hearts for Horses joins Donateursbelangen
We endorse the Donors' Pledge and confirm our commitment to transparency, integrity, and responsible use of donations.
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A day at the sanctuary as a volunteer
Volunteers work here five hours a day. They feed, clean, repair, and take care of the animals.
Read moreBeauty and Liberté
Two wild mares — terrified of people, their hooves so overgrown that every step was painful. With help from the local community they came to the sanctuary.
Read moreNew paths for the horses
Heavy rain had turned the land to mud. Now there are firm paths, and the horses cross the domain dry again.
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Hopi
Seven years ago, Hopi arrived from Spain, frightened and damaged. Now he walks freely among the chickens and horses, and has found home.
Read moreBeauty and Liberté explore their new home
Two wild horses who lived in neglect are now cautiously getting to know their freedom.
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Tokkeltje gets his own coop
Our rooster Tokkeltje has found his place at the sanctuary. Now he and his hens need a coop of their own.
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Hearts for Horses receives ANBI status
Our foundation is now officially recognized. This means donations in the Netherlands are tax-deductible under certain conditions.
Read moreShihoendra and her two chicks
Our blind turkey walks her fixed rounds across the yard, and lately two chicks walk them with her.
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