Photos: Best of the West

Liz Stegmeir interacts with some of the horses at the Circle L Ranch an animal rescue and sanctuary for farm, dogs, cats and other animals in Prescott Valley, Ariz. on Nov. 30, 2012. Circle L Ranch seeks more volunteers, donations, and sponsorships to help them continue their mission. With an estimated $100,00 a year spent on animal feed, donations of feed, discounts on veterinary services, and donations of fencing and other supplies are greatly appreciated and needed, Stegmeir said. (AP Photo/The Daily Courier, Les Stukenberg)