Diamonds in the Rough relies on its volunteer force to care for rescued horses from Isle of Wight, surrounding counties and North Carolina. Volunteers give individual attention to rescued horses that arrive in poor health, ones that have been abused, or ones surrendered from loving owners who can no longer care for them.

“Rescue Horses” have been with us for less than 30 days. During this time they are evaluated by the vet. We then decide a course for them and they move to be Restored, Retrained, or Re-homed (Adopted).

Horses in the Restore Album are have been seen by the vet and farrier and are on a program to restore them back to health.

Horses in the Retrain group are now healthy enough to begin ground work, round pen work, or under-saddle work.

These horses – displayed at the top of the website – are ready for a new home and lots of T.L.C.
The horses available are changing constantly – sometimes on a daily basis. Please check back often.

Too many owners are unaware of, or do not give enough thought to, the available options, services and assistance available in the industry to help them ensure that their horse has caring and humane support throughout its life.