Jetta’s Journey
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It’s that time at the end of the year when we reflect upon the horses (and other animals) you have helped over the past 12 months. We are filled with so much gratitude for your support, because this is what makes rescuing and caring for horses-in-need possible. Every horse represents the combined efforts of our community – volunteers, donors, and supporters who believe in the power of second chances.
As is tradition in December, each day this month, we share stories from the past year that are the direct result of you and your dedication to horses-in-need. Thank you for being such an incredible horse warrior and fighting for horses who need another chance. We hope you enjoy! Happy Holidays to all!
JETTA
Jetta has many stories. With AAE, it starts back in March 2015 when we had an opening for a learning opportunity at the Monty Roberts International Learning Center due to an adoption that left us short a horse. We networked with another rescue, and Jetta came to AAE. Jetta had been part of a large neglect case, and she had not been at the other rescue too long. Shortly after arriving at AAE, we made the journey south. A week or so later, we got a bit of a shocking call. Jetta looked as if she was getting ready to deliver a foal. We made another trip south and got her back to a cushy stall. Within about two weeks, she delivered the most handsome colt! He was gorgeous!
Willie was perfect in every way! It wasn’t six months later, and Jetta and Willie were adopted together. Several months later (after weaning), we got a call asking for help picking up Jetta from a trainer. Jetta had been sent to a trainer a few months prior to start under saddle. Said trainer wasn’t responding adequately to calls and questions. Sadly, the “trainer” was anything but a trainer. We arrived, and we couldn’t believe our eyes. Poor Jetta had been starved, again, and she was worse than when she was before. “Trainer” said she was dangerous, he couldn’t catch her, she wouldn’t load in a trailer, and owners shouldn’t have such a dangerous horse. Horses*#*! The look in her eyes was empty. She was haltered, led to the trailer, and loaded, all in a few minutes. (Please, always be involved, visit your horse, and participate in training).
Back home, she was on the road to recovery, again. Flash forward, adopters divorce, house is sold, and Jetta and Willie move to a boarding facility. No idea if this was the first or the last or how many more changes were in-between, but adopter could no longer afford two horses, and Jetta recently returned to AAE. We wish Willie could have come, too. Maybe one day. Jetta is still the sweet, sweet mare we knew back in 2015. She feels empty again. Hopefully her ol’ sparkle will return to her eyes again, soon. The sadness is palpable. Ever stand by a horse and feel a knot in your throat as the tears well up in your eyes?
We’re still getting to know Jetta, again. We need more time to get to really understand where she is and what she needs. We think she’s about 18. We don’t think she ever returned to full training, though we know she had a special friend at her boarding facility that showered her with attention and continued her progress. Jetta loves attention, and she enjoys being groomed. She’s easy going, easy to halter, lead, and load. She’s fairly good with handling her hooves, but isn’t great with the farrier with her hinds, though she might have some pain issues to investigate. As the weather improves, we’ll spend more time exploring with Jetta and figure out the best path forward for her. We love this gal, and we want the best for her.
This holiday season, the horses we rescue have only one wish: a bright future. With your support, we can give them more than just shelter — we can give them hope. Join us in making their dreams come true by helping us provide the funding needed to care for and rehome these majestic creatures. Your generosity this December will help more horses find their second chance in 2025.
Your donations provide a safe, loving home for rescued horses. Your contribution will ensure that horses like Jetta find the peace and care they deserve, now and in the future. Any amount is very much appreciated, and it makes a big difference for the horses.