Our Story
Our Mission
Our Mission
So Cal Mini Horse Sanctuary began with one family’s love of horses and grew into a mission that has now spanned nearly 15 years.
Founder Jeanne Oliver was first introduced to miniature horses while looking for a horse for her youngest son, who has special needs. The first miniature horse that came into their lives was a show horse. The second was a rescue and that little horse changed everything.
Jeanne quickly discovered how difficult it was to find organizations dedicated specifically to miniature horses in need. Although small in stature, minis require the same commitment, expense and specialized care as their full-sized counterparts. Too often they are purchased on impulse, given as children’s pets, neglected, abandoned or passed from home to home.
What began as one family’s desire to help became So Cal Mini Horse Sanctuary.
Over the years, with the dedication of volunteers, supporters, veterinarians and an extraordinary community, the Sanctuary has provided safety and a new beginning for miniature horses from many different circumstances.
Some are rehabilitated and carefully placed into loving adoptive homes. Others, because of age, medical needs or the trauma they have endured, remain safely with us for life.
For every horse who comes through our gates, the promise is the same:
You are safe now.
Our Mission
Our Mission
Our Mission
So Cal Mini Horse Sanctuary is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit miniature horse rescue and sanctuary serving Southern California. Our mission is to rescue, rehabilitate and protect miniature horses affected by neglect, abuse, abandonment and circumstances that leave them without a safe home.
Every horse is treated as an individual. We provide appropriate veterinary and dental care, nutrition, rehabilitation, training and, perhaps most importantly, the time and security needed to heal.
When a horse is physically and emotionally ready for adoption, we carefully select and screen a forever home. Horses whose age, health or individual needs make adoption inappropriate are given lifelong sanctuary and compassionate care.
We believe rescue is more than removing an animal from a difficult situation. It is a commitment to that animal’s future.
As a Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries accredited organization, we are committed to professional standards of animal care, responsible rescue and lifelong accountability.
Through rescue, sanctuary, adoption and education, our goal is simple:
To give every miniature horse entrusted to us the safety, dignity and future they deserve.
100% of donations support our animals and the Sanctuary they call home—from feed and veterinary care to the facilities, programs and daily operations that make their lifelong care possible.
Jeanne Oliver
Jeanne & Splash
Jeanne & Splash
Founder & President
Jeanne & Splash
Jeanne & Splash
Jeanne & Splash
This is how it all began...with Splash!