About us

At Journey with Equus (JWE), we are committed to building a compassionate, caring community that recognizes and heightens the extraordinary gifts horses bring beyond their traditional roles. We believe in the transformative power of equine-partnered health and wellness programs, through which we aim to heal both humans and horses, enabling them to embrace and share their unique gifts with the world.

Our mission is to foster an environment where individuals can unpack their emotional baggage, heal from past traumas, and embark on a journey toward a brighter, more positive future. In doing so, they are empowered to step into their truth, claim their inner strength, and shine their light brightly, inspiring others to follow suit.

We envision creating a ripple effect of healing and transformation, one life at a time, contributing to the global effort of healing our world. Our focus lies in harmoniously bringing together people and horses under one organization, fostering a community committed to making an impact, living a legacy, and changing lives for the better.

Together, we strive to leave the world a better place than we found it, firmly believing in the power of unity and shared purpose. Because at JWE, we know that when we stand together, anything is possible.

We  are  located  on  the  beautiful  120  acre  Raison D’Etre  Ranch  in  Elizabeth  CO  

and  the  following  are  our  core  beliefs  and  standards  inside  of  the  non  profit  and  on  the  ranch.

Journey with Equus is a beacon of advocacy for horses, illuminating their diverse virtues beyond being ridden. We are dedicated to raising awareness about the profound gifts these extraordinary creatures bring into our lives.

Our adoption policy is unequivocal: adopters are strictly forbidden from breeding, racing, using the adopted equine for experimentation, engaging in Premarin production, using them as rough stock in rodeos, or involving them in cruel sports such as equine "tripping." We do not offer our animals on-site for breeding and staunchly oppose promoting breeding or breeding for profit.

Our commitment to animal welfare is all-encompassing. We work diligently to protect all domestic or wild animals residing on our ranch, provided they pose no threat to humans or other animals. We tirelessly advocate for the need for stringent breeding standards and laws, aiming to prevent animal exploitation and promote their welfare, along with reducing the number of horses in the slaughter pipeline.

In instances where wild animals may disturb the peace of domestic animals, we are committed to finding humane ways to relocate them. Our guiding principle is that the welfare of animals always comes first.

Join us at Journey with Equus in our mission to foster a world where every animal is cherished and protected. 

Together, we can make a significant difference.