08/24/2026
It's I Matter Monday!!
Meet Jonah! Looking at this giant Belgian gelding, you may think he's well into his teens or even twenties, but no... he's only 4 years old! At 17 (ish) hands and growing towards 18, Jonah is massive! His staggering growth at such a young age is the likely culprit for an unfortunate orthopedic condition called carpal varus, which is causing both of his front legs to bend inward at the carpal (knee) joint. Many of us, horses and humans alike, tend to need some joint support as we age; however, at just 4 years old, Jonah is already beginning to suffer from early-onset arthritis and will need to be on anti-inflammatories for the remainder of his life.
We can't imagine what would have happened to Jonah had he ended up in the wrong hands. A short life ended brutally at a horrific slaughter plant, or off to work pulling heavy loads as his legs literally buckle and break down underneath him...it's painful to even think about. Thankfully, Jonah was saved during our New Year, New Life Rescue mission and has been here at Gentle Giants, recovering, resting, and living life as he should...carefree and surrounded by friends who love him. While other young horses may be busy getting into mischief, Jonah is usually looking for someone to love. He wants to be close. He wants cuddles. He wants to lean his big head into your arms and stay there for as long as you’ll let him.
Today, Jonah is ready for his forever person to come find him...someone who will let this giant baby lean in close, remind him every day that he matters, and finally make his story complete ❤
