Rancho Del Sueño

There are few entities in this world as majestic and breathtaking as the Spanish horse. Welcome to Rancho Del Sueño. We are the equine division of the Heritage Discovery Center, a registered 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization dedicated to the preservation of the critically endangered Wilbur-Cruce Spanish Horse. Our mission is to save this extraordinary breed from extinction.

The Cruce Horses are direct descendants of those brought to the New World from Spain in the early 16th century and are an integral part of the southwest’s early history. The foundation stock of our herd originated from Father Kino’s Mission Dolores in Sonora, Mexico and were brought up to the Pimería Alta, the area made up of Southern AZ and Northern Sonora, Mexico. These horses bear a striking resemblance to those depicted in the Baroque art following the Renaissance period and are more like the original horses of Spain than the breeds that exist in Iberia today.

Rancho Del Sueño is a 40 acre conservation and visitation center. Feel free to inquire about visiting these unique and fascinating horses, or ask about participating in our equine assisted learning (EAL) or wellness programs. (Source)