Hollister

Age: 13 Years

Color: Chocolate Brown

Breed: Registered Quarterhorse

Height: 14.2 Hands

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Meet Hollister: A Heart Too Big to Be Broken 🐴💔➡️❤️

Registered Chocolate Brown Quarterhorse | 12 Years Old | The Sweetest Soul You’ll Ever Meet

Some horses are just born to love people. Hollister is one of them.

This gorgeous 12-year-old registered chocolate brown Quarterhorse is what we call a “love bug”—the kind of horse who nuzzles your pocket, rests his head against you, and reminds you that loyalty isn’t something you can break, even when you try.

Hollister’s Story 😢➡️🌟

Hollister was hit by a car. His hock was fractured. He needed immediate veterinary care.

He got nothing.

Instead of treatment, he got abandonment. His owners moved to another state and left him behind—skin and bones, with little water and scarce grass to survive on. When a kind stranger discovered him in this heartbreaking condition, they got permission from his negligent owner and brought him straight to Layla Rose Ranch Equine Rescue.

That stranger saved his life.

The Reality 🩺

Because Hollister never received the veterinary care he desperately needed after being hit, his fractured hock has fused together. With proper treatment when it happened, he could have lived a completely normal, ridable life. Instead, he now carries a permanent reminder of the people who failed him.

Hollister is not ridable—but he is so much more than that.

What Makes Hollister Extraordinary ✨

🍫 Stunning chocolate brown coat – Registered Quarterhorse with classic good looks

💝 The ultimate love bug – This boy ADORES people and craves affection

🌈 No bitterness, only love – Despite everything, he’s gentle, trusting, and sweet-natured

🐴 Perfect companion horse – Ideal for another horse who needs a calm, loving friend

👴 Mature and steady – At 12, he knows who he is and what he wants: to be loved

🏡 Low-maintenance companion – Can’t be ridden, but will fill your heart completely

💪 Survivor with spirit – He’s been through hell and still greets each day with hope

What Hollister Needs 🏡

A forever home where he’ll never be forgotten again. A person or family who understands that a horse’s value isn’t measured by what you can do with them, but by the joy they bring to you. Maybe you have another horse who needs a pasture buddy. Maybe you just want a gentle soul to brush, love on, and share quiet moments with.

Hollister will be the best friend you’ve ever had—he just needs someone willing to be his.

Could You Be Hollister’s Hero? 🦸

If you have room in your pasture and your heart for a companion horse who will love you unconditionally, Hollister is waiting to meet you. He’s been rehabilitated, vetted, and cared for by our dedicated volunteers at Layla Rose Ranch in Parker County, Texas—a 100% volunteer-based nonprofit where 98 cents of every dollar goes directly to horses like him.

Hollister has already lost too much. Don’t let him lose hope.

Rita

Age: 2 Years

Color: Chocolate Brown

Breed: Registered Quarterhorse

Height: 14.2 Hands

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Meet Rita 🌾

Rita is a 2-year-old BLM Mustang mare with a bright, thoughtful spirit and a strong foundation already taking shape. She is in the early stages of her training and is progressing well, setting her up to be a rideable horse as she continues to mature.

True to her Mustang heritage, Rita is intelligent, observant, and quick to learn. She approaches new experiences with curiosity and care, and she benefits from clear communication and consistency. Her training has been started thoughtfully, with an emphasis on trust, groundwork, and understanding rather than rushing her development.

At her age, Rita is still growing—both physically and mentally—so her work is age-appropriate and focused on building confidence, good manners, and a solid relationship with her handler. With continued patient training, she has the potential to become a versatile and willing partner.

Rita would be a great match for an adopter who appreciates the unique nature of Mustangs and is committed to continuing her education with fairness and respect. She is best suited for someone who values a strong foundation and understands that young Mustangs thrive with structure, consistency, and time.

Rita represents everything special about America’s wild horses—resilient, intelligent, and full of potential. If you’re looking for a young horse to grow with and are excited about being part of her journey, Rita may be the perfect match. 💛

Ophelia

Age: 2 Years

Color: Brown

Breed: Tennessee Walker Mix

Height: 15 Hands

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Meet Ophelia 🌸

Ophelia is a barely 2-year-old Tennessee Walker mix mare who came to Layla Rose Ranch very malnourished and in need of careful nutritional rehabilitation. Still so young, she arrived having missed important growth and development, and she is now beginning the slow, thoughtful process of learning what it feels like to be healthy.

Because of her age and her past, Ophelia is still figuring out her big, growing body. She can be a little awkward in her movement at times—not from attitude, but simply because she is developing physically and mentally at the same time. Patience and consistency are key as she continues to mature.

Despite her rough start, Ophelia is incredibly people-oriented and already loves to be “in your pocket.” She enjoys attention, seeks connection, and is eager to learn. She is just beginning her groundwork and is learning basic manners, boundaries, and how to use her body appropriately. At this stage, her training is intentionally slow and age-appropriate, focused on building trust, confidence, and good habits rather than asking too much too soon.

Ophelia would thrive with an adopter who has experience with young horses and understands the importance of proper nutrition, gentle handling, and allowing a growing horse the time she needs to develop correctly. She is best suited for continued groundwork and light handling while her body catches up with her age.

Ophelia has a bright future ahead of her. With patience, kindness, and steady care, she has the potential to grow into a confident, healthy partner. If you believe you could offer her the time, guidance, and stability she needs, we would love to hear from you. 💛