A nonprofit group that cares for neglected and abused horses and other animals lost thousands of dollars recently after learning a large donation was fraudulent.
cares for more than 100 horses. The ranch also has more than 100 other animals including sheep, llamas and goats.
“It’s absolutely wonderful,” smiled CEO Amy Pat Rigney. “It’s seeing them enjoy life again and there’s really nothing better than watching horses play.” County Animal Services has delivered most of the animals to the Guatay ranch located just north of Interstate 8 near Pine Valley. Rigney and her staff often nurse the animals back to health and then keep them healthy for years beyond what was expected. However, that care comes at a hefty price.“None of this place would be possible if it wasn’t for the amazing generosity of San Diegans over the years,” Rigney said pointing at the ranch.
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