When Equine Protection of North America (EPONA) announced on March 16, that it was permanently closing its doors due to economic difficulties, Live and Let Live Farm (LLLF) rescue became the last licensed, legal rehabilitation rescue for horses and animals of agriculture in New Hampshire.

"Many people are confused. They’ve heard the news about EPONA, and they think that we’re closing down, too," said Teresa Paradis, executive director of Live and Let Live Farm rescue. "I want people to know that we’re still here, and we’re going to work very hard to make sure that there’s always a place in New Hampshire for neglected, abused, and abandoned horses to recover, rehabilitate, and find loving new homes."

Like EPONA and many other nonprofits in New Hampshire, LLLF has been hit hard by the economic recession, which has caused a decrease in donations and adoptions.

Meanwhile, the number of animals needing help continues to grow. More than 50 horses and other animals are currently receiving care at LLLF, including several inspiring horses that are now in recovery after being rescued from severe neglect earlier this year