{"id":181,"date":"2025-02-12T16:18:22","date_gmt":"2025-02-12T15:18:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/faunastika.com\/?p=181"},"modified":"2025-04-10T13:41:34","modified_gmt":"2025-04-10T11:41:34","slug":"discover-an-oasis-for-horses-domov-pro-kone-in-lestina-central-bohemia","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/faunastika.com\/index.php\/discover-an-oasis-for-horses-domov-pro-kone-in-lestina-central-bohemia\/","title":{"rendered":"Discover an oasis for horses – Domov pro kon\u011b in Le\u0161tina, Central Bohemia"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

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This time we’re going to Le\u0161tina, a village south of Prague near Votice, about 40 minutes by car from the capital. There is a Domov pro kon\u011b<\/a> – an exceptional facility that provides a sanctuary for old, sick, unwanted or abused horses. This sanctuary was founded in 2010 and has since won the hearts of many animal lovers with its dedication and care for animals who often have no other hope for a better life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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First impressions when visiting the horse sanctuary<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The strongest first impression was the size of the land where the horses live. According to the information available, there are 50 hectares of pasture for horses, ponies and a few cows around the family home and farm. These large pastures give the horses plenty of space to move around and graze freely, which is essential for their well-being and health. In addition to the pastures, the horses have access to 2 stables, all day access to hay, water and salt licks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Who are the heroes of the Domov pro kon\u011b?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Patricie Pit\u0159\u00edkov\u00e1 and Pavel Malypetr are behind this shelter. Their dedication and love for animals is the driving force behind the whole project. Most of the work, such as the daily care of the animals, administrative matters and organising activities to support the shelter, is done by the two of them. Sometimes volunteers help them with the project. We have been able to visit this magical and peaceful place twice and help with the care of the horses, at least for a while.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It really made an impression on me to see how Patricia cares for each horse as if it were her own. Patricie and Paul emphasise that every animal has the right to live in dignity. Their philosophy is that once the horses arrive at the sanctuary, they never leave – they don’t sell or give them away. For many of them, this is the first time they have experienced a peaceful, stress-free life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A little bit of history<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Domov pro kon\u011b<\/a> in Le\u0161tina has a rich history that began in 2010. The founders, Patricie Pit\u0159\u00edkov\u00e1 and Pavel Malypetr, decided to create a sanctuary for horses that, for various reasons, could no longer serve their owners. Their vision was to give these animals a dignified place to live out their lives and to thank them for their lifelong service to mankind. Over the first few years, the sanctuary grew and improved. What was originally a small project has grown into a well-respected facility that now provides a home for 40 horses, 3 cows and other animals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The case of the abused horses from Jankov<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Home for Horses played an important role in the famous case of the abused horses of Jankov, which shocked the Czech public in 2011. It was a case of extreme neglect and abuse of horses on a farm in the village of Jankov. The sanctuary played an active role in rescuing these animals and finding them new homes. Some of these horses have found permanent homes in Le\u0161tina and have been given the chance of a new and better life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This case has not only highlighted the issue of animal cruelty, but also the importance of having facilities like the Domov pro kon\u011b to provide immediate and long-term help to animals in need.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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What are the aims of the Domov pro kon\u011b project?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n