
OUR SUCCESSES
We heal all of our horses to their fullest potential then find them a forever home in and around the Pikes Peak Region. Being one of a few rescues in the nation with this performance specialty and unique rehabilitation techniques, Elite Equine CO has been able to help over 100 horses back to a sound condition, with 98% rehome success since 2018.
“These horses have dedicated their lives serving their humans, so we feel at Elite Equine CO it’s not about simply rescuing these horses, it's about healing, and it's about second chances, and it's about these horses making their comebacks bigger than their setbacks”, said Owner of Elite Equine CO Gina Hluska.

Nuevo Comienzo (Comi) is a 13 year-old Criollo Thoroughbred-cross mare who was used as a polo pony in Argentina. She came to EER in critical need of kissing spine surgery. Her transformation is nothing short of extraordinary. This versatile mare is now a joy to ride. Comi was adopted in 2024.

Twistforme, a 12 year-old off-the-track thoroughbred (OTTB), came from Arapahoe Park Racetrack. After 6 months in our retraining program, she received a foundation for jumping and is now in her forever home pursuing a career in eventing. This athletic and very capable mare was rehomed in 2024 with DMK Performance Horses in Tucson, Arizona.

Livin’ On Prayer, a 9 year-old off-the-track thoroughbred (OTTB), is well on his way to becoming a jumper. He was rehomed in 2022 and is now owned and trained by Liesl Ross, one of our trainers. Look for him in the show ring soon!

Tressor - a 17 year-old Dutch Warmblood, was competitive in hunters, equitation, and 1.25 jumpers across the country. We received Tressor and successfully rehabbed him after kissing spine surgery. He was rehomed in 2023 and is loving helping his forever partner pursue her dreams of learning to jump and show.

Novy Zacatek aka Novy, translation; New Beginning, is a true Cinderella Story. This special Czech Warmblood mare is one of our pride and joy cases. From an illegal import from Czechoslovakia, surrendered due with some feet and body soreness issues, to transforming into sound, happy and healthy superstar performance jumper. Novy won all our hearts!

India aka Ellie - This big and BEAUTIFUL TB/Draft cross mare was surrendered due to intermittent lameness. We made some shoeing adjustments and treated her with PEMF therapy 3 days weekly. She came sound and never looked back. She even got back to jumping! Luckily for her, her new life will be one of leisure as a trail horse. Her new owner loves her beyond belief.

A Wish is Granted. Spirit was surrendered here late 2018 due to his previous owner being stricken with cancer and unable to provide the care and training that this big, beautiful boy so desperately needed. He was started under saddle and his socialization began. We received many offers, but nothing "felt" right. In March 2019, Spirit made a Wish come true!

Godiva - This mare is more than special. She is an Argentine TB who played polo for 13 years of her life. She was the go-to mount for leading polo rider in the world Aldolfo Cambiaso and can be seen in some of the Ralph Lauren Polo ads. She was known as "The Queen of the Field". Unfortunately, a large melanoma cut her career short.

Lucy came to us as a transfer from another rescue after a roll-over trailer accident. She sustain severe pelvic injuries. She was treated with PEMF, Laser, massage and KT. After 13 months of treatment, Lucy was adopted and now enjoys RUNNING on 40 acres!!