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Clinton Corners, NY

13 Hands Equine Rescue

We rescue, rehabilitate and re-home our horses who were otherwise facing dangerous situations. We partner with those rescues in our Equine Assisted Therapy Program focusing on our Veterans who suffer from PTSD, anxiety and suicide along with other issues. Donations are used directly for the care of our horses and we do not receive other funding. These noble creatures deserve...
Pawling, NY

Akindale Thoroughbred Rescue

Freeport, FL

Alaqua Animal Refuge

TEMPORARY HOLD PENDING RELOCATION ASSESSMENT. Alaqua Animal Refuge, a nonprofit organization located in Northwest Florida,advocates the general welfare and humane treatment of animals by providing shelter,prevention of pet overpopulation and adoption services. Located on 10 acres in thecity of Freeport, the refuge was formed by resident and animal activist LaurieHood in 2007 when she discovered that countless animals were being...
El Dorado Hills, CA

All About Equine Animal Rescue

TEMPORARY HOLD PENDING RELOCATION ASSESSMENT. All About Equine Animal Rescue rescues and rehabilitates abused, neglected, abandoned, unwanted, and/or slaughter-bound animals, primarily equines (wild and domestic); to provide animals with food, shelter, care and handling, and veterinary care, as needed; to utilize a strategic process for matching healthy, rehabilitated animals with compatible, loving, and permanent adoptive homes; to provide long term...
Elkhart Lake, WI

Amazing Grace Equine Sanctuary

The mission of our rescue is to aid horses that are in distress and dire straits. These include slaughter bound, abandoned and unwanted horses. We have the ability, experience and volunteer base to rehabilitate horses with injuries or starvation cases. We have in our arsenal a Haas sling when needed for getting a horse up and stabilized. We offer quarantine...
Chelsea, MI

Barn Sanctuary

Sundre, AB

Bear Valley Rescue

Bear Valley Rescue Society is located in Sundre, Alberta, Canada and has been helping horses in need since 2003. We take in unwanted, abused, aged or distressed horses and, occasionally, other farm animals, and currently have over 150 horses in our care. We educate the public on the plight of unwanted, abused and aged animals and also network with other...
Morriston, FL

Beauty’s Haven Farm and Equine Rescue, Inc.

We started Beauty’s Haven Farm and Equine Rescue, Inc. in Morriston FL as a nonprofit IRS 501(c)(3) public charity, to rescue horses in need in 2006. Unlike other rescues, we take in the difficult cases that take a lot of time and money for care. We have taken in horses from less than 12 hours to more than 38 years...
North Stonington, CT

Beech Brook Farm Equine Rescue

Beech Brook Farm Inc. is a 501(c)3 organization that rescues horses and donkeys from abusive and neglectful situations. We were founded in 2007 and specialize in rescuing gaited horses and long-eared equids, although we accept all breeds. We provide care, rehabilitation and training for horses and donkeys to prepare them for adoption into loving homes. We also strive to educate...
Lima, NY

Begin Again Horse Rescue Inc.

Begin Again Horse Rescue is a 501c-3 organization inspected and accredited by the Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries(GFAS) and by the American Association of Equine Practitioners (AAEP).It holds the annual Guardian status through the EQUUS Foundation and the Guidestar Platinum Seal of Transparency. Since 2009, BAHR has been a volunteer run horse rescue in Western NY. It is dedicated t...
Rainier, WA

Black Dawg Farm and Sanctuary

Our mission is to rescue, rehabilitate farm animals, to educate and inspire the public about their care and welfare. We provide a lifelong sanctuary for our adopted animals with veterinary care, proper feeding, environment enrichment and love. At the same time giving people who might not have had contact with farm animals a hand on experience. We offer learning programs...
Albion, IN

Black Pine Animal Sanctuary

We exist to provide refuge to displaced, captive-raised exotic animals for the rest of their lives and to educate people about responsible animal care and conservation. The 18-acre refuge is home to over 50 species of wildcats, wild canines, primates, reptiles, perching birds, and other non-domestic former pets and displaced animals. Animal care, educational programs, and advocacy initiatives are funded...
Blanch, NC

Blue Bloods Thoroughbred Adoption and Placement, Inc.

Established in 2013, Blue Bloods Thoroughbred Adoption and Placement, Inc. (BBTAP) is a non-profit thoroughbred adoption program dedicated to providing retired racehorses a second career and a healthy life after retirement. Our organization's goal is to find qualified adoptive homes for off the track thoroughbreds. Our program evaluates each horse and his needs. While in our program, the horse is...
Bluff Dale, TX

Blue Horse Sanctuary

[caption id="attachment_13162" align="alignleft" width="134"] Photo courtesy of Dan Piassick Photo[/caption] Blue Horse Sanctuary is dedicated to the rescue and homing of unwanted horses and burros. We are honored to care for these beautiful animals who need a place to live out their lives in health and peace. When an equine is brought to the sanctuary, they have arrived at their...
Springfield, CO

Blue Rose Ranch, Inc.

Blue Rose Ranch is a horse rescue and adoption facility located in southeastern Colorado. We are dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation, and training of unwanted horses. Our mission is to find or provide “forever” homes for horses, and we also sanctuary horses, as necessary, to their natural or merciful death. We are a no-kill rescue facility. All horses at Blue...
Colts Neck, NJ

Bluemont Equine Sanctuary

Bluemont Sanctuary A safe place for discarded horses to have a second chance at life, a peaceful retirement, a place to heal and be loved or for some a soft landing to live out the final days in peace. In addition to the animals living at our sanctuary Lesley works with other local rescue groups to help rehome abandoned or...
Forest, VA

Brook Hill Retirement Center

Brook Hill Farm is a GFAS and TAA accredited horse rescue and sanctuary, as well as a PATH Premier Center. The mission of the farm is to combine horse rehabilitation and people with emotional and physical disabilities, helping them both to heal. All of our programs are educationally based, helping teach the public about horses. We are proud to help...
Oak View, CA

California Coastal Horse Rescue

California Coastal Horse Rescue, founded in 1999, cares for those horses that no one else will care for. A 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization; the mission of CCHR is to rescue abandoned, abused, neglected and slaughter-bound horses and to provide them with a second chance for a healthy and productive life. It provides shelter, food, veterinary care, farrier services,rehabilitation and...
Fredericksburg, VA

Central Virginia Horse Rescue

Central Virginia Horse Rescue, Inc (CVHR) is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to the compassionate care of equines. Our mission is to save, protect, and rehabilitate equines in need. We rescue unwanted, abused, neglected, or abandoned equines; provide them with care and rehabilitation; and finally find them a compatible, loving home. We believe that education is the long-term solution to...
Murchison, TX

Cleveland Amory Black Beauty Ranch

The Cleveland Amory Black Beauty Ranch is a world-renowned animal sanctuary in Murchison, Texas. The ranch was founded in 1979 by author and animal advocate Cleveland Amory. With over 1,400 acres, it is home to almost 1,000 domestic and exotic animals, many of whom have been rescued from near-death situations such as slaughterhouses, biomedical research laboratories and trophy hunting ranches....
Longmont, CO

Colorado Horse Rescue

Colorado Horse Rescue (CHR) is committed to creating a reality where safe solutions exist for every horse in Colorado and beyond. Established in 1986, we have a legacy of making a real, measurable difference in the number of at-risk horses and the options available to them. Each year, we welcome horses from private owners, fellow rescues, and livestock auctions through...
Longmont, CO

Colorado Therapeutic Riding Center

The Colorado Therapeutic Riding Center (CTRC) is a PATH Intl. Premier Accredited Center in southeast Longmont, Colorado devoted, since 1980, to serving children and adults with disabilities. As the oldest and largest therapeutic riding center in Colorado, and one of the largest in the nation, CTRC serves nearly 500 riders through our dynamic Equine Assisted Activities and Therapies (EAAT) services...
Woodbine, MD

Days End Farm Horse Rescue

Founded in 1989, DEFHR is a nationally recognized 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. Our mission is ensure quality care and treatment of horses through intervention, education and outreach. DEFHR provides safe haven to all breeds of equines and has become the leading equine rescue organization in Maryland and throughout the east coast.
Las Cruces, NM

Dharmahorse Equine Sanctuary

Dharmahorse Equine Sanctuary is a soft landing for horses at risk. Our Mission: Sustain a sanctuary in which unwanted horses prosper; provide an environment in which humans benefit from structured interactions with the horses; and educate the public on holistic horse care. Education Outreach is dear to our hearts so that fewer horses end up needing rescue. All donations go...
East Dorset, VT

Dorset Equine Rescue

The Dorset Equine Rescue is an approved 501(c)(3) non-profit organization located in the beautiful Green Mountains of Dorset, Vermont. We are dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation, and re-homing of neglected, abused and slaughterbound horses. Horses come to us from a variety of situations, including many from owner surrenders. Our organization gets contacted regularly by people who wish to surrender their...
Canyon, TX

Dove Creek Equine Rescue

Dove Creek Equine Rescue is a 501(c)3 non- profit, dedicated to making a difference in the unwanted horse population.  Our goal is to eventually place horses in homes that are fitting to both horses and owners.  We honor and value the horse/human bond and through our programs we offer various opportunities to nurture that bond. Since our inception in September...
Winchester, NH

Draft Gratitude

Spring, TX

Dream Catcher Stables

Dream Catcher Stables Inc mission is to provide a place in perpetuity where people with disabilities can be successful, equal, and capable, growing to their maximum life’s potential through interaction with horses in a positive environment. Program successes include: * Students with disabilities succeeding scholastically * Youth at risk of dropping out are “dropping back in” * Families are healing,...
Falcon, MO

Dreamchaser PMU Rescue & Rehabilitation

Dreamchaser was created to rescue mares and foals from the Premarin industry, where pregnant mare's urine is used to make Hormone Replacement Therapy drugs. We also save slaughter-bound horses from feedlots, abuse, and abandonment. We rehabilitate and adopt out horses and burros into qualified homes, and those who are not good adoption candidates remain in sanctuary with Dreamchaser for the...
Oakland, OR

Duchess Sanctuary

Duchess Sanctuary is a 1,120-acre oasis for almost 200 rescued horses and donkeys. Many of our horses were rescued from the pregnant mare urine industry, while others were rescued from public lands, slaughter, neglect, abandonment, and/or abuse. We provide permanent sanctuary, ensuring each equine is safe for their entire life. In addition to caring for our equines using the best...
Silver City, NM

End of the Road Ranch Horse Rescue

End of the Road Ranch was created to provide a safety net for equines at risk of slaughter, abuse or neglect a safe and natural home for the remainder of their life if a suitable loving forever home cannot be found. In the process, we hope to serve as a model to the community for how these animals should be...
Olathe, CO

End of the Trail Horse Rescue

What if a horse could teach love, trust, communication, healthy conflict resolution, teamwork, patience, and resilience? What if a horse could empower a person to be their best and happiest? They can and they do! Our programs include therapy for children, adults, retired and active duty military, and most importantly a horse rescue/sanctuary. We also provide owner education, rehabilitation, sanctuary...
Ashland, OR

Equamore Foundation

The Equamore Foundation has been the primary equine non-profit rescue in Southern Oregon, providing sanctuary to a limited number of rescued horses and helping law enforcement respond to reports of animal neglect and abuse. The Foundation also provides education to increase public awareness of the plight of abused and neglected animals, encouraging the horse sporting industries—essentially everyone connected with horses—to...
Chatham, NY

Equine Advocates Rescue and Sanctuary

Our mission is to rescue, protect and prevent the abuse of equines through education, investigation, rescue operations, the dissemination of information to the public and through the operation of a horse sanctuary for slaughter-bound, abused and neglected equines.
Monroe, WA

Equine Aid

Our mission is providing rescue and rehabilitation, placement or sanctuary for at risk equines and serving as a voice against all abuse. The first part of our mission is commitment to the animals we accept into our rescue. We carefully select homes for them and follow them for life. If they are not adopted, they live here for life. We...
Palm City, FL

Equine Rescue and Adoption Foundation, Inc.

We rescue horses from abused, abandoned, neglected and slaughter-bound situations. We rehabilitate and re-train and find loving homes for these animals. We depend totally on donations, fundraisers and grants.
Bloomingburg, NY

Equine Rescue Inc.

ERI is in our 20th year of 'giving horses the love they need and the home they deserve'. We assist law enforcement by providing housing, rehabilitation and rehoming to horses that have been victims of abuse and neglect. We also assist in the prosecution of the abusers by 'building' the case for the DA, documenting the recovery of each and...
Leesburg, VA

Equine Rescue League Foundation

The Equine Rescue League is a non-profit organization that was established in 1990 that supports the responsible use of working, sport and pleasure horses, ponies, donkeys and mules. Our goals are to prevent the neglect or abuse of any equine, to offer educational programs to the community and to provide rehabilitation and adoption for those animals in need of our...
Vero Beach, FL

Equine Welfare Network, FL

Equine Welfare Network Inc. is a group of professionals, equine organizations and volunteers working together to promote and ensure a standard of care for horses throughout Florida. Our primary focus is advocacy, awareness and education. Our mission is to develop a network of resources throughout our communities to assist struggling owners and their horses. We also strive to support the...
Southwest Ranches, FL

F.R.I.E.N.D.S. Horse Rescue & Sanctuary

F.R.I.E.N.D.S. provides sanctuary to all horses accepted into our fold. We will accept any horse in immediate need of assistance in Broward County and surrounding areas. Also accepted, are all asymptomatic carriers of Equine Infectious Anemia(EIA) within the state of Florida. Our priority is to prevent the needless destruction of horses. Our primary financial goal is to acquire sustainable funding...
Fairplay, CO

Far View Horse Rescue

Far View Horse Rescue and Rehabilitation is a 100% volunteer 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to providing shelter, care, rehabilitation, and adoption services for abused, neglected, abandoned and unwanted horses. FVHRR is committed to reducing the number of unwanted horses by providing community resources through equine education and offering many opportunities for interactive learning to help people become more aware of how...
Owings, MD

Freedom Hill Horse Rescue

Freedom Hill Horse Rescue was established in 2004 as a way of saving neglected, abused and unwanted horses that are typically difficult to adopt. Many of these horses are older, have sustained injuries, or have developed chronic disease. While the horses are with us, they are used in programs for children, women's wellness and scouts. Our horses provide middle and...
Meriden, KS

Freeman Arabian Ranch and Rescue

Freeman Arabian Ranch & Rescue is a primarily self-funded, 100% volunteer and donation based, 501c3 non-profit forever animal rescue/sanctuary located on thirty-nine acres north of Topeka, Kansas. Those who come into our care become permanent members of our rescue family and live out their lives with us never knowing hunger, neglect, cruelty, fear or abandonment ever again. We offer community...
Boyds, MD

Gaited Advocate Intervention Team, Inc.

Gaited Advocate Intervention Team, Inc. (GAIT, Inc.) has been formed as a rescue for gaited horse breeds who are in danger of being shipped to slaughter, neglected or who need safe home that a responsible owner is no longer able to provide. GAIT, Inc. serves as both a direct rescue for horses as well as a resource for educating others...
Mount Airy, MD

Gentle Giants Draft Horse Rescue

Gentle Giants Draft Horse Rescue facilitates the rescue of draft and draft cross horses from slaughter, abuse, and neglect.  Gentle Giants is one of the loudest national voices fighting to permanently end the slaughter of U.S. horses for human consumption.  We’ve rescued over 1,000 horses who have been adopted into permanent, loving homes. We house over 150 horses at our 340+ acre...
Glen Ellen, CA

Glen Ellen Vocational Academy

Founded in 1995, GEVA was designed to provide the best of care and shelter for horses in need due to injury, age or any other misfortune, to be the best advocate for each individual horse and to be a bi-lingual vocational school to teach people how to work with horses in a safe, humane and confident manner. GEVA also stresses...
Amenia, NY

Godspeed Horse Hostel Inc

Godspeed Horse Hostel Inc. is a 501c3 horse rescue, rehabilitation and rehoming Humane Society organization. We also have outreach and initiatives that tackle complex animal welfare problems. They include a hay bank, working equines - tack, hoof trimming and blanket program, large animal crematorium and euthanasia support, animal response in disasters, animal cruelty training and reporting, lobbying and legislation for...
Trabuco Canyon, CA

Hanaeleh Horse Rescue

Hanaeleh is a non-profit horse rescue in Orange County, California that rescues and rehabilitates abused and abandoned horses. If a horse is healthy, sound and able to be ridden, Hanaeleh will work to adopt out the horse to a new, loving home. For horses with more serious health or behavior issues, Hanaeleh will provide lifetime sanctuary to ensure their safety....
Ravenna, OH

Happy Trails Farm Animal Sanctuary

Happy Trails Farm Animal Sanctuary rescues, rehabilitates and re-homes criminally abused, neglected and abandoned farm animals. Rescue – working in cooperation with law enforcement and county humane organizations, we provide our service to Ohio and any state beyond requesting assistance. Rehabilitation – providing the veterinary attention, nutrition and maintenance care and nurture to each animal who enters the sanctuary. Re-home...
Fruita, CO

Harmony Acres Equestrian Center

Harmony Acres Equestrian Center is an animal sanctuary and therapy center, which offers a unique environment for the healing and growth of individuals in our community. Our animal sanctuary cares for over 40 animals, large and small, while our programming offers the opportunity for individuals to experience the healing benefits of animals through programs such as therapeutic riding, animal-assisted mental...
Liberty, SC

Hasty’s Haven

Hasty's Haven Inc. is an all-volunteer 501c3 non-profit organization dedicated to saving the lives of horses, yearlings and foals that were bound for slaughter, victims of starvation, neglect, abandonment, and abuse. Our goal is to continue serving the community by rescuing, rehabilitating and adopting as many equines we can. To educate the public about horse care, training and feeding responsibilities....
Conroe, TX

Henry’s Home Horse and Human Sanctuary

Henry's Home takes in rescued and donated horses and gives them a forever home and meaningful work in our Horses & Heroes Equine Program which offers EAGALA psychotherapy for our Houston area veterans and first responders and their families, at no cost to them. We are a 501c3 nonprofit run by all volunteers. Our horses, and other farm animals, are...
Cocoa, FL

Hidden Acres Rescue for Thoroughbreds

OUR VISION HART for Horses is committed to being the voice for Off-the-Track Thoroughbreds (OTTBs), to finding them their forever homes, and to stewarding a mutual journey of self-discovery for all of our horses and the people that connect with them. OUR MISSION Our mission is to rescue and re-home off ­the­ track thoroughbreds. We believe that education and outreach...
Wernersville, PA

Holy Spirit Farm and Horse Sanctuary

Holy Spirit Farm & Horse Sanctuary is truly a "bit" of Heaven. Officially founded in 2017, our mission was always to rescue, rehabilitate, and rehome [if possible for that individual] as many equine animals as possible. Over the past few years, this mission has extended to all animals, and we are thrilled to now have a wide variety of residents....
Lexington, VA

Hoofbeats Therapeutic Riding Center

Hoofbeats is a nonprofit organization that offers therapeutic riding to children and adults with disabilities of all kinds as well as those suffering from serious illnesses and injuries. Hoofbeats is a premier center of the Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship International. Hoofbeats is powered by volunteers and built on the unconditional love that our horses give each and every rider....
Valley Center, KS

Hope in the Valley Equine Rescue

Hope in the Valley takes in horses that are abused, abandoned, neglected, surrendered by their owners, sent to slaughter, or seized by law enforcement or animal control agencies. Our goal is to heal them physically and mentally by taking care of their needs and finding adoptive homes for them with loving families. Any adopters that can not continue to care...
Afton, VA

Hope’s Legacy Equine Rescue

Hope’s Legacy Equine Rescue, Inc. is a non-profit 501(c)(3) corporation located in central Virginia. We are an all-breed rescue working to save equines from a variety of situations including, but not limited to: abuse, abandonment, neglect, slaughter or whose owners can no longer care for them. We are dedicated to working with our future generation, teaching them responsible equine care.
Guthrie, OK

Horse and Hound Rescue Foundation

Horse and Hound Rescue Foundation was created to save and rehabilitate horses and dogs and find them loving permanent homes. We are a dedicated group of animal loving volunteers. We are an all volunteer organization with no paid officers or employees. Our group takes in off track thoroughbreds, rehabilitates those with injuries and retrains them for a career after the...
Guthrie, OK

Horse Feathers Equine Center

Horse Feathers is a 501c3 rescue/rehab focusing on horses in need of our specialized care- medical, physical or spiritual healing. Horses are rehabbed and go on to further training to be adopted out through our Adoption Program. Those unable live here in Sanctuary. Our goal is to help those horses who would not be given a chance due to the...
Lenoir City, TN

Horse Haven of Tennessee

Horse Haven of Tennessee was founded in 1999 and is the largest equine welfare organization in the state. Horse Haven of TN works with law enforcement and state agriculture inspectors to rescue, rehabilitate, and re-home abused and neglected equine across the state. Download Accreditation press release.
Micanopy, FL

Horse Protection Association of Florida, inc.

To provide equine rescue, rehabilitation, education and adoption services within the state of Florida. To provide assistance to law enforcement and animal agencies with cruelty investigations and the care and placement of horses. To promote and teach horse care and humane, natural methods of training for horses.
Shawnee, KS

Horses & Heroes Inc.

Horses & Heroes Inc. (H&H), is a KS-based 501c3 organization that was created in 2014 by a former military spouse and mother of three service-connected children. Julie Baker brought her history of rescuing traumatized horses together with her deep respect and personal experiences with those who volunteer to serve. Julie states that traumatized horses need the same things as us...
Meridian, ID

Idaho Horse Rescue

Idaho Horse Rescue’s mission is to rescue horses from abusive or neglectful situations, to rehabilitate them both physically and mentally, and to coordinate adoptions into loving, caring and educated forever homes. We work diligently with State and County law enforcement officials and animal welfare agencies to facilitate the surrender of said horses as well as offering equine education and training...
Maple Park, IL

Illinois Equine Humane Center

The ILEHC is an equine rescue, rehabilitation, and adoption center located in Maple Park, Illinois. Founded in 2008, the all-volunteer organization works tirelessly to serve as a safe harbor to horses that have been starved, abused, neglected, or are at risk of being sold to slaughter. The ILEHC also works diligently to promote legislative efforts to improve equine welfare and...
Dalton, PA

Indraloka Animal Sanctuary

Indraloka provides “heaven on earth” for farm animals that have nowhere else to turn. We inform, inspire, and empower the community, especially children, on ways in which we can better care for ourselves and the environment while helping animals in need. We advocate for a kind and compassionate diet that protects animals, the earth, and our own health.
Nicholasville, KY

Kentucky Equine Adoption Center

The Kentucky Equine Adoption Center (KyEAC) provides humane treatment and shelter while working to seek adoptive homes and provide second chances for Kentucky’s unwanted equines, regardless of breed.  Over 150 horses are handled each year, and horses come from abuse and neglect situations or from owners who can no longer care for them. The Center has the ability to treat...
Louisville, KY

Kentucky Humane Society

The Kentucky Humane Society’s Willow Hope Farm in Simpsonville KY is home to our Equine C.A.R.E. (connect, assist, rescue, educate) Program. The farm has 42 acres of pasture, 34 stalls, a quarantine barn, and an indoor arena for year-round riding and training for our adoptable horses. KHS focuses on helping horses in transition find new homes. Priorities include moving horses...
Citra, FL

Kindred Spirits Sanctuary

Kindred Spirits is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to ending the abuse and suffering of farm animals through rescue, advocacy and education. Farm animals are exploited every day in our society, and are subject to some of the most horrendous forms of harassment, abuse and neglect. Industrialized or factory farming operates on the basic premise that farm animals are mere...
Alpine, CA

Lions, Tigers and Bears

Lions Tigers & Bears is dedicated to providing a safe haven for unwanted and abused exotic animals. We rescue and provide a lifetime home to a responsible number of exotic animals that have been abused, confiscated, or are in danger of being destroyed for lack of a suitable home. We ensure an enriching habitat, nutritious diet and quality veterinary care...
New Oxford, PA

Little Longears Mini Donkey Rescue

Little Longears is dedicated to the rescue, care, and safe sanctuary, if needed, of neglected, abused, or otherwise unwanted donkeys. We also provide a safe haven for owners to surrender their donkeys to, in the event they are no longer able to care for them. Though the need is great, there are very few resources available for donkeys in our...
Bennett, CO

Longhopes Donkey Shelter

Longhopes Donkey Shelter is dedicated to improving the welfare of donkeys through rescue, rehabilitation, rehoming, reduced reproduction and permanent sanctuary of donkeys that would otherwise be at risk for neglect, abuse or death.
Dover Plains, NY

Lucky Orphans Horse Rescue

Lucky Orphans Horse Rescue is dedicated to providing a sanctuary for unwanted, abused, neglected horses and to improve the relationship between horses and people. We are committed to raising funds to support the rescued horses in our care and will pursue the acquisition of grants, gifts, bequests and donations to support the organization. We are a no-kill rescue striving to...
South Windham, ME

Maine State Society for the Protection of Animals

The mission of the Maine State Society for the Protection of Animals is to provide refuge, rehabilitation, and placement of seized equines; support the placement of surrendered horses, and educate the public. The vision is the elimination of equine abuse and neglect. The Society uses its resources to provide direct care to animals who have suffered abuse. The Society promotes...
Chesapeake City, MD

MidAtlantic Horse Rescue

Founded in 2002, MidAtlantic Horse Rescue, Inc., achieved status in 2011 as a nonprofit 501(c)3 corporation, and serves the state of Maryland and surrounding area. The organization provides rescue, rehabilitation, and permanent sanctuary for retired Thoroughbred racehorses, educates the public about the rescue of retired Thoroughbred racehorses and promotes adoption and responsible care for these animals.
Pittsville, WI

Midwest Horse Welfare Foundation

The Midwest Horse Welfare Foundation is dedicated to providing qualified homes for any horse in need. It is our goal to make certain that every horse placed in our care is provided with all the necessary ingredients for a safe and happy life, and that it is also protected from those who would do it harm. Each horse placed in...
Linn Creek, MO

Missouri Forget Me Not Horse Rescue and Sanctuary

MFMN was established as a non-profit 501(c)3 animal welfare organization in 2011 to work with law enforcement and concerned citizens to reduce the suffering of neglected, abandoned and abused horses in central Missouri. MFMN does not discriminate based on age, breed, health or ride-ability of the horses that it shelters, but rather, helps all to live a good life, or...
Salem, CT

Mitchell Farm Equine Retirement, Inc.

Mitchell Farm Equine Retirement, Inc. was founded in 2004 by Dee Doolittle with the belief that all equines have the right to a dignified life even if they are no longer useful to man. Our mission is to provide a safe and comfortable retirement alternative for aged and infirm equines to live out their lives and to offer educational opportunities...
McCoy, CO

Mountain Valley Horse Rescue

Mountain Valley Horse Rescue rehabilitates abused, neglected, abandoned and unwanted horses with the hopes of finding them all loving adoptive homes. For those difficult​ to adopt, we offer a limited number of sanctuary opportunities at our 115-acre ranch in McCoy, Colorado. MVHR prides itself on caring for each equine that comes into our care as an individual, investing in their...
Broad Run, VA

Nalani Horse Rescue

Nalani Horse Rescue (Nalani is Hawaiian for “the Heavens”) is a non-profit 501c3 organization dedicated to horse rescue and rehabilitation. Our mission is to provide horses in need of rescue with care, rehabilitation and training with the goal of finding them safe, forever homes. At Nalani, we are committed to giving these horses an opportunity to meet their potential in...
West Newbury, MA

New England Equine Rescue – North, Inc. (NEER-North)

Each year in New England, countless equines fall victim to abuse, neglect, owner surrender or are at risk for high kill auctions. NEER North is a unique rescue providing a safe-haven and rehabilitation facility for these animals. NEER North’s uniqueness is evidenced in its no-kill policy, feed and professional care assistance offered to owners unable to care for their equines...
Buchanan, VA

New Freedom Farm

New Freedom Farm is dedicated to providing a safe and healthy environment for Veterans, First Responders, and in-need equines, particularly Mustangs, to support opportunities for both humans and horses to work through anxiety and trauma. This worthy organization also offers unique services such as their Honor Guard, giving back to the community for their military service and sacrifices. "Healing Heroes...
Edgewood, NM

New Mexico Horse Rescue at Walkin N Circles Ranch

Founded in 2002, New Mexico Horse Rescue at Walkin N Circles Ranch, Inc. is a non-profit horse rescue that rehabilitates and finds homes for abandoned, abused, and neglected horses. A board of directors oversees our day-to-day operations with the assistance of an on-site caretaker and more than 100 volunteers. We utilize University of California, Davis Best Practices for Horse Rescues...
Calhan, CO

Next Step Horse Rescue

Sequim, WA

Olympic Peninsula Equine Network-OPEN

Hopland, CA

Oscar’s Place Adoption Center & Sanctuary

Oscar's Place is committed to the rescue, rehabilitation & rehoming of donkeys otherwise destined for slaughter. View Verification press release.
San Angelo, TX

Peaceful Valley Donkey Rescue

Peaceful Valley's Mission is to provide a safe and loving environment to all donkeys that have been abused, neglected or abandoned and wild burros under threat of destruction. Peaceful Valley strives to provide solutions to the many problems that plague these wonderful creatures by providing ethical stewardship over the funds that are necessary to fulfill this goal. Peaceful Valley, with...
Rio Rancho, NM

Penny Lane Foal Rescue

Penny Lane Foal Rescue is committed to rescuing and rehabilitating medically fragile orphaned foals throughout New Mexico and on the Navajo Nation, providing intensive socialization and foundation skills, and placing them into their loving, forever homes. We specialize in medically fragile orphaned Mustangs culled out following the round ups. We are a community resource for caretakers of orphaned foals, providing...
Aptos, CA

Pregnant Mare Rescue

The Pregnant Mare Rescue is specifically devoted to rescuing pregnant mares and orphaned foals from imminent slaughter. What began, as a project specifically rescuing mares and their unborn foals has become a mission of healing souls – both human and horse. Most horse rescues are located in small remote rural areas sometimes hours away, but we are purposely located in...
Oxford, NY

Purple Haze Standardbred Adoption Program

PHSAP offers retired standardbred horses the opportunity to be retrained and find forever homes after they are done racing. Download Verification press release here.
Burleson, TX

Racehorse Remember Me Rescue

The Remember Me Retired Racehorse Program was formed by racehorse trainers and volunteers to assist retired and injured racehorses after their careers at the track are over. We accept, rehabilitate, and retrain exracehorses with the hopes of finding them new homes with responsible owners. View Accreditation Press Release.
Jefferson, WI

Racer Placers

Located in the rolling hills of southeastern Wisconsin, Racer Placers is an equine re-homing program dedicated primarily to the Standardbred race horse. Racer Placers provides these wonderful equines a place to relax, rest, and socialize before they are re-trained for a career after racing. Many of the horses go on to become pleasure driving horses, some become trail horses, and...
Junction City, KS

Rainbow Meadows Rescue and Retirement

Rainbow Meadows is dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation and rehoming of horses, donkeys and mules facing abuse, neglect or abandonment .
Cozumel, Mexico

Rancho Universo A.C. Heal a Horse Sanctuary

Heal a Horse and animal sanctuary was originally founded in 2001 to cover a need to help horses who were abandoned tied to a tree to endure a long painful death, offering a permanent home and medical care. However, the need to help other species became necessary. People started dumping dogs and cats at the gate, some only a few...
Chino Hills, CA

Red Bucket Equine Rescue

Red Bucket Equine Rescue is a 501(c)3 nonprofithorse rescue located at The Red Bucket Ranch in Chino Hills, California. Founded in January 2009, Red Bucket's mission is: To save and rehabilitate horses, restore their trust in humankind, and find them safe, loving, permanent, adoptive homes. The organization's phenomenal results and low return rate are due to their emphasis on restoring...
Lyerly, GA

Red Clay Ranch Equine Rescue and Sanctuary

RCR is located on 162 beautiful acres in Northwest GA. We serve horses throughout the Eastern half of the US offering rehabilitation and sanctuary to neglected, abused, starved and unwanted horses. We also serve a herd of completely blind horses who live in safety and comfort. We are available to assist law enforcement in seizure cases to protect the horse...
Paso Robles, CA

Redwings Horse Sanctuary

Redwings Horse Sanctuary was founded in 1991 and is dedicated to rescuing abused, abandoned, and neglected horses. Our organization also promotes community outreach and education to help prevent future abuse and neglect. Redwings accepts all breeds from adorable miniature horses, to magnificent draft breeds. Redwings has a foster to adopt program to ensure that all our horses are placed in...
East Greenbush, NY

ReRun Inc

ReRun Thoroughbred Adoption program - the largest rehab and adoption program in the North East provides rehabilitation, retraining and rehoming options for Thoroughbreds in need of second careers. Working with the top vets in the nation, we are able to provide cutting edge services to horses in need that enables them to return to full functional ability in a variety...
Escondido, CA

ResQue Ranch Inc.

ResQue Ranch, a non-profit equine rescue and rehabilitation center, provides shelter, food, physical therapy, socialization, training, and adoption opportunities for rescued and rehabilitated horses. We rescue neglected, abused, abandoned, emaciated, retired, lame, and injured horses, all of whom otherwise remain at great risk of ending up in the slaughter pipeline. Rescued and rehabilitated horses will, when ready, be offered for...
Wilton, CT

Rising Starr Horse Rescue Corp

Rescue, Rehabilitate, Rehome Rising Starr Horse Rescue saves, rehabilitates, retrains and rehomes abandoned, neglected or abused horses. We educate the public about at-risk horses and the importance of protecting them. By giving America's horses a second chance at life we give the community the chance to experience the love, patience, and compassion horses have for humans.​ Adoptions. Lessons. Leasing. Life...
Varysburg, NY

Roanchar Ranch Draft Horse Rescue

Roanchar Ranch Draft Horse Rescue provides customized care to draft horses and a chance at a new life. For those draft horses that are not able to be rehomed, Roanchar Ranch Draft Horse Rescue is their forever home. View verification press release here.
South Kortright, NY

Rosemary Farm Sanctuary

Rosemary Farm Sanctuary is a magical, expansive rescue hidden in the mountains of the Catskill region of NY. Here, they rescue horses in need and protect them for life. A few are adopted under strict contract, while many remain as part of the family, about three hours and a world away from NYC. Nearly 90 equines are at home here....
Plant City, FL

RVR Horse Rescue

RVR Horse Rescue is an all-volunteer, 501(c)3 organization that provides rescue, rehabilitation and re-homing to equines in need. RVR is known for handling the worst cases of starvation, injury and abuse, and we are able to provide 24-hour critical care. In 2017 RVR was honored to become accredited by the Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance and verified by the Global Federation of...
Pottstown, PA

Ryerss Farm for Aged Equine

Founded in 1888, Ryerss Farm is the country's oldest organization of its kind, dedicated to providing a comfortable retirement for horses that faithfully served their owners or who were rescued from abusive situations. Located on 383 beautiful acres of rolling hills in Southeastern Pennsylvania , Ryerss Farm provides an wonderful facility where horses can live their golden years in comfort...
Gilmer, TX

Safe Haven Equine Rescue and Retirement Home Inc.

Safe Haven Equine Rescue and Retirement Home Inc. is a volunteer based, non-profit organization accredited by the GFAS, that is dedicated to the welfare of horses. Our goal is to rescue abused, neglected, or distressed horses, bring these rescued horses back to optimal health and to find them loving homes. In some cases, due to age or disability, a horse...
Redmond, WA

Save a Forgotten Equine

Save a Forgotten Equine (SAFE) is devoted to the rescue and rehabilitation of horses facing abuse, neglect, or starvation. Once recovered, SAFE provides these horses with training, then finds adoptive homes through a rigorous screening process, which includes an application, reference checks, and site visits. After adoption, annual follow-up visits are conducted to ensure the animal’s continued well-being and SAFE...
Encinitas, CA

Saving Horses, Inc.

Rescuing horses from slaughter, abuse and neglect. Horses are re homed were possible. Un adoptable horses retired to our Sanctuary, give back to community by way of an Equine Assisted Therapy program, Therapeutic riding program for Autistic children, and an Enrichment program for adult with Parkinson's disease. Donations used for feed, veterinary care and farrier care for horses.
Bethune, SC

Second Wind Thoroughbred Project

Our mission is to provide rescue, rehabilitation, retraining, adoption or permanent sanctuary to ex-racehorses facing uncertain futures. We provide the horses with professional and loving care on a lovely 100 acre rural South Carolina Farm. Donations are used for our winter hay fund, for veterinary services and general care for the horses. View Verification Press Release.
Louisa, VA

Serenity Farm Equine Sanctuary

Serenity Farm Equine Sanctuary (SFES) is a Virginia Non-Stock Corporation501C3. We incorporated on May 27, 2016, and filed for non-profit status with the IRS on May 31, 2016. While there are many organizations in the state that are involved in equine rescue, there is critical need that has come to our attention while assisting Virginia Rescue Organizations. During the past...
Wakarusa, KS

Shooting Star Equine Rescue

Shooting Star is an IRS designated 501c3 public charity in Wakarusa, KS. Founded in 2001 and operated as a private rescue for many years, our mission is to offer rescue and rehabilitation to equines in need of rescue due to abuse, neglect, risk of slaughter or abandonment, with eventual placement into permanent homes when possible. After arrival, equines are provided...
Ona, FL

Sixteen Hands Horse Sanctuary

Sixteen Hands Horse Sanctuary, Inc. (SHHS) is a 501 (c)3 organization that provides rescue, rehabilitation and lifetime sanctuary to abused, abandoned, neglected and unwanted horses. It also promotes awareness of the principles of natural horsemanship through educational programs and provides outreach assistance to horse owners in the community. The sanctuary, which was founded in 2007 and is located on a...
Bow, WA

Skagit Animals In Need

Skagit Animals in Need (SAIN) is dedicated to preventing and addressing cruelty and neglect of horses and livestock by rehabilitating and rehoming those animals released to or seized by animal control or law enforcement. Additionally, we manage a nano-grant program to help local residents maintain proper care for their animals in times of economic need as well as a pet...
Prineville, OR

Skydog Sanctuary

Skydog Sanctuary rescues at-risk mustangs from neglect, abuse and starvation as well as special needs wild horses rounded up by the BLM. We bring them back to health and release them to our 9000 acre sanctuary near Bend Oregon. Donations to our 501c3 are used for rescuing horses in need, for vet bills to treat them, farrier bills to help...
Winchester, CA

So Cal Mini Horse Sanctuary

So Cal Mini Horse Sanctuary is a non-profit 501(c)(3) animal welfare organization located in Hemet, CA that is dedicated to rescuing, caring for, nurturing and healing miniature horses with the ultimate goal of finding forever, loving homes for our minis. 100% of our donations go to the minis. We do not have any administrative costs. Everyone associated with our sanctuary...
Coloma, WI

SonnyBoy Animal Sanctuary

SonnyBoy Animal Sanctuary is located in central Wisconsin and is a place of refuge for unwanted, neglected, and abused large companion animals. Our focus is mini pigs however we also have equine, goats, meat hogs, lots of hens and roosters, and an Emu named Charli. We work primarily with law enforcement seizures of mini pigs and those who need a...
Homestead, FL

South Florida Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals

South Florida Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals is a private, non-profit 501(c)(3) organization located in Miami, Florida. Founded in 1992, it is dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation and adoption of abused, neglected and abandoned horses and other large farm animals. The organization also educates the community about responsible horse care and ownership, and promotes the welfare of...
Bronson, FL

Southern Redhead Farms Rescue

Southern Redhead Farms Rescue, Inc. is organized for the purpose of animal rescue, rehabilitation, and re-homing. It is the stated purpose of Southern Redhead Farms Rescue, Inc. to ensure that neglected, abandoned, mistreated and malnourished animals are rescued, receive quality care and treatment, and are placed with loving and caring people. View Verification press release here.
Demossville, KY

Speak Up for Horses

We Speak Up for Horses bound for slaughter and those neglected, abused, or discarded by rescuing and rehoming these horses. We also educate the public about horse slaughter, horse welfare laws, and what it means to be a responsible horse owner. Our work is driven by the belief that education seeds compassion, a life-long commitment to our horses and a...
Grapeview, WA

Sunrise Equine Rescue

Our purpose is to rescue, rehabilitate, re-home unwanted horses to maintain those not able to be re-homed in a healthy and productive environment. We educate public on neglect and suffering of unwanted equine. Our organization utilizes healthy horses in learning environment for children and adults providing therapeutic interaction for people and horses. View Verification press release.
Clay, NY

Sunshine Horses, Inc.

Sunshine Horses, Inc. is a 501c3, not-for-profit, independent organization located in Central New York. It is operated by more than 150 dedicated volunteers who have a passion for saving and helping horses. Founded in 2003 by Kate Starr, Sunshine Horses specializes in retraining and re-homing retired Standardbred Racehorses. However, they work with all breeds and prepare them for their "forever"...
Puslinch, ON

The Donkey Sanctuary of Canada

DSC Mission To provide a lifelong home to donkeys, mules and hinnies who are unwanted, neglected or abused, or whose owners can no longer care for them; and to promote the responsible stewardship of all animals through humane education. DSC Vision We envision a world in which the dignity and worth of all creatures are recognized and respected. DSC Charter...
Cerrillos, NM

The Horse Shelter

The Horse Shelter was founded in 2000, is located in Cerrillos, NM on 300+ acres of beautiful high desert country, about 20 miles south of Santa Fe.The mission of The Horse Shelter is to serve as a sanctuary for New Mexico’s abandoned, abused and neglected horses. Rescued horses are rehabilitated and adopted out whenever possible to homes that support their...
Hastings, MN

This Old Horse, Inc.

Founded in 2012, This Old Horse is a private, volunteer-based 501(c)3 nonprofit organization whose mission is to provide sanctuary to retired, rescued, and recovering horses while they continue to serve as ambassadors to the positive effect of "horse power" in the lives of people.
Guthrie, OK

Thoroughbred Athletes, Inc.

Our primary mission is to keep retired racehorses in work and out of at risk situations by helping them transition from the track life to a new career. Most of our volunteers are young people eager to learn better horsemanship skills. View Accreditation press release here.
Upper Marlboro, MD

Thoroughbred Placement Resources, Inc.

TPR has made horses with training problems and horses in need of surgery and rehabilitation the priority when accepting horses into our retraining and rehabilitation program. We take "unwanted horses" and turn them into "most wanted horses" with the help of America’s Heroes who participate in the Hero Horses Program. Without our intervention, many of these horses end up in...
Fort Royal, VA

Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation – Eastham Sanctuary Farm

About the Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation Founded in 1983, the Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation is a national organization devoted to saving Thoroughbred horses no longer able to compete at the racetrack from possible neglect, abuse and slaughter. As the oldest Thoroughbred rescue in the country, the TRF provides sanctuary to retired Thoroughbreds throughout their lifetime. Best known for its pioneering TRF Second...
Ocala, FL

Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation – Lowell Correctional Facility Second Chances Farm

About the Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation Founded in 1983, the Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation is a national organization devoted to saving Thoroughbred horses no longer able to compete at the racetrack from possible neglect, abuse and slaughter. As the oldest Thoroughbred rescue in the country, the TRF provides sanctuary to retired Thoroughbreds throughout their lifetime. Best known for its pioneering TRF Second...
Lexington, KY

Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation – Blackburn Correctional Facility

The Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation was founded in 1983, and is a national organization devoted to saving Thoroughbred horses no longer able to compete at the racetrack from possible neglect, abuse and slaughter. As the oldest Thoroughbred rescue in the country, the TRF provides sanctuary to retired Thoroughbreds throughout their lifetime. Best known for its pioneering TRF Second Chances program, the...
Prospect, KY

Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation – Chestnut Hall Farm

The Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation was founded in 1983, and is a national organization devoted to saving Thoroughbred horses no longer able to compete at the racetrack from possible neglect, abuse and slaughter. As the oldest Thoroughbred rescue in the country, the TRF provides sanctuary to retired Thoroughbreds throughout their lifetime. Best known for its pioneering TRF Second Chances program, the...
Lynchburg, SC

Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation – Lowder Farm

The Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation was founded in 1983, and is a national organization devoted to saving Thoroughbred horses no longer able to compete at the racetrack from possible neglect, abuse and slaughter. As the oldest Thoroughbred rescue in the country, the TRF provides sanctuary to retired Thoroughbreds throughout their lifetime. Best known for its pioneering TRF Second Chances program, the...
Prospect, KY

Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation – Nash Farm

The Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation was founded in 1983, and is a national organization devoted to saving Thoroughbred horses no longer able to compete at the racetrack from possible neglect, abuse and slaughter. As the oldest Thoroughbred rescue in the country, the TRF provides sanctuary to retired Thoroughbreds throughout their lifetime. Best known for its pioneering TRF Second Chances program, the...
Rembert, SC

Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation – Wateree River Correctional Institute Farm

The Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation was founded in 1983, and is a national organization devoted to saving Thoroughbred horses no longer able to compete at the racetrack from possible neglect, abuse and slaughter. As the oldest Thoroughbred rescue in the country, the TRF provides sanctuary to retired Thoroughbreds throughout their lifetime. Best known for its pioneering TRF Second Chances program, the...
Trenton, SC

Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation – Wheeler Farm

The Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation was founded in 1983, and is a national organization devoted to saving Thoroughbred horses no longer able to compete at the racetrack from possible neglect, abuse and slaughter. As the oldest Thoroughbred rescue in the country, the TRF provides sanctuary to retired Thoroughbreds throughout their lifetime. Best known for its pioneering TRF Second Chances program, the...
Kailua-Kona, HI

Three Ring Ranch

Our mission is to positively impact the environment while educating Hawaii’s children about their place in the natural world. We assist in the development of an environmentally responsible generation of youth while caring for exotic animal residents. As Hawaii’s only accredited animal sanctuary we do not buy sell or breed animals. We educate the public through a variety of programs...
Wilsonville, OR

Trillium Creek Training & Rehabilitation Coalition

Coxsackie, NY

Unbridled Thoroughbred Foundation

Unbridled Thoroughbred Foundation is a registered 501(c)3 non-profit public charity devoted to protecting and saving at-risk Thoroughbred Horses from the modern slaughter pipeline. Since 2004, through advocacy, direct rescue, education, and legislation Unbridled has been a leading voice for the welfare of Thoroughbreds on the racetrack, and throughout the whole of their natural 30-year+ lifespan. Each horse at Unbridled is...
Burkeville, VA

White Bird Appaloosa Horse Rescue

White Bird is dedicated to the rescue and rehabilitation of abused, neglected and at-risk Appaloosas and other horses, especially those in urgent need. Shelter, care, medical, training and rehabilitation services are provided to horses in need, and whenever possible, we adopt them to loving and permanent homes. Appaloosas often arrive blind or with vision impairment, so horses that cannot find...
Canyon Country, CA

Wild at Heart Horse Rescue

Wild at Heart Horse Rescue is a non-profit horse rescue and transition center located in Lancaster, CA that has been committed to serving the equine community since 2017. Our mission is, where possible, to rehabilitate, train and prepare our rescue horses to become the well-loved family members they are meant to be. If a horse can be saved and live...
Webster, FL

Wild Horse Rescue Center

The Wild Horse Rescue Center (WHRC) was founded in 2000 and became a nonprofit organization in 2007. WHRC is dedicated to the welfare, rescue and preservation of America’s wild horses – the mustangs. WHRC receives mustangs that have been taken from the wild and from there, ended up in neglectful or abusive situations. WHRC rehabilitates these wild horses and burros...
Canyon Country, CA

Win Place Home, Inc.

Our mission is to retrain and re-purpose former racehorses as functioning members of a new discipline, and find these horses future, forever homes where they will prosper. We give them the time they need to heal and bring them back into training gradually to make sure they are fit and healthy. View Accreditation press release.
Corvallis, MT

Wings Programs, Inc.

The Wings Programs provides assistance to both horses and horse owners in need. Horses in our care receive rehabilitation for physical and emotional problems, training as necessary to be able to transition into a new permanent home. Some of our horses are sanctuary horses, meaning they are not available for adoption for various reasons. These horses participate in Equine Assisted...