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Horse Rescue Information

Apple Butter Treats supports these hard working and dedicated rescue organizations that save horses from slaughter, abandonment, neglect, and abuse, those that help retired racehorses that are no longer "needed" by their owners, and the rescuers of wild horse roundups. These organizations rehabilitate and re-home these wonderful animals spending a lot of time and money on their very worthy cause. They are non-profit 501(c)(3) organizations, and they need support. For more information on these groups, below is a listing by state and also a brief description of their focus. Many of them are not only looking for homes for their horses but also donations in the form of money, volunteering, and supplies. Please take a look at one in your area to see how you can help.

Alabama
Arizona
Chances Mini Horse Rescue (Tuscon, AZ)  Chances Miniature Horse Rescue is a 501 c3 non-profit Miniature Horse Rescue, dedicated to the well being of all Miniature Horses. Our goal is to rehabilitate abused, neglected, or unwanted Miniature Horses through the charitable works of our members, sponsors, foster and adoptive homes.
 
Arkansas
Give Me A Chance Equine Rescue (Arkadelphia, AR) is a horse, donkey, pony and mule rescue organization. We are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization staffed entirely by volunteers. We supply all the equines with their basic daily needs including, feed, hay, vaccinations, medical supplies, farrier fees, Coggins testing, salt and supplements. Please help us continue to rescue and care for these abused and neglected animals.

California
The Second Race (Arcadia, CA)  The Second Race was created by Sharla Sanders for groups andindividuals to actively NETWORK to assist with the placement of horses in new homes, in particular ex-race horses. Whether Thoroughbred, Quarter Horse, Standardbred, or Arabian all race horses deserve another chance at a "Second Race" throughout the US and Canada.


Saving Horses, Inc. (Alpine, CA)  Rescue horses from slaughter, abuse and neglect, rescuing horses mostly at auction to save them from the kill buyer, and rescuing directly off the Kill buyer;s feedlot. The horses include but are not limited to OTTBs. Horses are rehabilitated and re homed where possible. We also have sanctuary horses.

Heart of the Redwoods Horse Rescue (Cutten, CA) 
Heart of the Redwoods Horse Rescue (HRHR) is a 501 (c) (3) nonprofit corporation that rescues with our mission of "promotes responsible horse ownership through education, community outreach and assistance."

Redwings Horse Sanctuary (Lockwood, CA)  The mission of Redwings Horse Sanctuary is to eliminate the causes of equine suffering through education and community outreach programs, rescue abused and neglected equines, and provide permanent sanctuary or selected foster homes for those equines.

 

Hearts With Hooves, Inc. (Norco, CA) is a non-profit therapeutic equine assisted riding program that encourages individuals of all ages with special needs to develop their full potential. We strive to create a unique environment where individuals can have the freedom to develop knowledge, trust, hope, and determination.

Second Chance Stables, Inc. (Phelan, CA)  We are dedicated to rehabilitating and retraining retired Thoroughbreds and Quarter horses  off the track and finding them new homes.

Neigh Savers Foundation, Inc. (Walnut Creek, CA)  Neigh Savers creates new beginnings for retired racing thoroughbreds. We rehab, retrain for new careers and rehome OTTB's.
 

Colorado
Colorado Horse Rescue (Longmont, CO ) A non-profit organization dedicated to providing emergency relief, shelter, care, rehabilitation, and adoption services for abused, neglected, abandoned and unwanted horses.
Connecticut
Beech Brook Farms Equine Rescue (Mystic, CT)  Our 501c3 nonprofit rescue is a small volunteer based rescue that specializes in rescuing gaited breeds (Tennessee Walking horse, Rocky Mountain horse, Missouri Fox Trotter, Paso etc.) from slaughter and neglect. We are located in Mystic CT.

All The Kings Horses Equine Rescue (Northford, CT)  All The Kings Horses Equine Rescue is an animal welfare organization incorporated in the State of CT. We are dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation and placement of equines in need; assisting equines in situations of neglect, abuse or threat of slaughter.

 
Delaware

Florida
Beauty's Haven Farm and Equine Rescue (Morriston, FL) We are a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization incorporated in the State of Florida.  Please take time to browse through our website and get to know us and the horses here. Our purpose is to help as many equine friends as possible when they are in need.  We network with other rescue organizations and individuals, and we work to educate others about horse slaughter in an effort to make it illegal -- not just in the United States but also in Canada, Mexico, and other countries.

 

H.O.R.S.E. Inc. (Mims, FL)  H.O.R.S.E. Inc. has been a Nonprofit 501 (c) Organization Since 2000 dedicated to providing shelter,care, rehabilitation,and adoption services for abused, neglected, abandoned horses. A mentor program for children aimed primarily at developing a humane attitude in children in the hope of teaching children how others/ horses, or people, can recover from abuse.
 

Georgia
Georgia Equine Rescue League (Bethlehem, GA)  Georgia Equine Rescue League, Ltd., (GERL) - A non-profit fundraising organization created in 1993 for the purpose of helping to end neglect and abuse of equine.  GERL has donated more than $330,000.00 towards the State of Georgia's Dept. of Agriculture Equine program and also helps support law enforcement with equine abuse cases.
 

Idaho
Illinois
S.H.A.R.E. (Society for Hooved Animals Rescue and Emergency) (Champaign, IL) Our mission is to maintain the integrity, well-being, and health of hooved animals through education first. SHARE is a new nonprofit humane society in the Champaign area. We have investigators that cover a large portion of Illinois. At SHARE, our goal is to help equines trapped in situations of abuse and starvation. It is also our wish as well to educate horse owners on how to properly care for their horses.

Crosswinds Equine Rescue (Sidell, IL)  CWER is a 501c3 nonprofit IL charity, one of only 3 registered animal rescues, class equine, in the state. We focus upon taking in owner surrenders, rehabilitating, retraining and rehoming horses in need. All of our horses receive professional training, and we work hard to find the right career to fit the horse, THEN the right family -- which dramatically increases the likelihood of a permanent home. Every dollar donated goes directly to the horses -- we pay no salaries, not even for training outside clients' horses. We are located 1.5 hours from Indianapolis, 2.5 from Chicago, 3.5 from St Louis, and adopt to owners all over the US.
 

Indiana
Iowa
Kansas

Kentucky
Our Mims Retirement Haven (Paris, KY)  Our Mims was the 1977 Eclipse Champion 3-Year-Old Filly. Running in the Calumet colors of devil's red and blue, she won 5 of 18 races, including the G1 Coaching Club American Oaks, the Alabama, and the Delaware Handicap. In memory of the great mare and her dear friend, Jeanne Mirabito created the Our Mims Retirement Haven so other mares will be cared for once their broodmare careers are over.
 

Louisiana
Maine
First Light Farm Equine Rescue (Perry, ME) First Light Farm Equine Shelter overlooks Passsamaquoddy Bay in Downeast Maine. We started out as a family operation but soon found the cost of sheltering horses exceeding our expectations. We incorporated as non-profit in August, 2009 and received our 501(c)3 tax exempt status in March, 2010. We  have limited capacity and therefore don't act as a sanctuary. Instead, we focus on rehabilitating and rehoming. The horses we take in come as surrenders, state seizures or auction killpen rescues. Thank you for helping to support First Light Farm Equine Shelter. For more information, please visit our website at www.firstlightfarm.org. Sincerely, Andrea Barstow, Managing Director / Grace Barstow, Assistant Manager
 
Maryland
Massachusetts
Michigan
Minnesota
Mississippi
Missouri
Alder Hill Farm (Stockton, MO) A 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to the rescue of horses in need.
Montana
Nebraska
Nevada
New Hampshire
New Jersey
Ever After Horse Rescue (Colesville, NJ) Ever After Horse Rescue is an all-breed equine rescue that networks across the country.  Although we are based in Colesville, NJ where our farm is located, we travel to wherever our help is needed throughout the United States.  Our goal is to rescue horses in need, rehabilitate them, and place them in permanent loving homes where they are able to have the happily every after they deserve.
 
New Mexico
New York
Project Sage Horse Rescue (Valley Stream, NY)
 
North Carolina

North Dakota
Triple H Miniature Horse Rescue (Mandan, ND) HHH Miniature Horse Rescue is a not-for-profit 501 c(3) charity that is dedicated to rescue efforts, care, nurturing and rehabilitation of miniature equine. Through the charitable efforts of our volunteers and our community, we strive to provide help, hope and loving life-long homes to  miniature equine that have been seized, surrendered or suffered gross abuse and neglect.

Ohio
frog Pond Farm Draft Horse Rescue (Cambridge, OH)  The current goal of our organization is to Rescue, Rehabilitate and Rehome the needy draft horses and ponies of our area; educate the community in the plight of “unwanted horse” syndrome, personal responsibility and required care of their equine companions.
Oklahoma
Horse Feathers Equine Rescue Inc. (Guthrie, OK) The primary objective and purpose of this corporation shall be: to provide a humane alternative for abandoned, abused, unwanted, neglected, or slaughter bound horses; to provide medical care, food, gentling, and training depending on individual circumstances increasing their potential for adoption. To provide shelter to horses in need of such care and to place these horses in caring homes where they can lead productive lives. When an animal is deemed unable to be adopted we will offer sanctuary enabling it to live out its life in a humane fashion.
 
Oregon

Pennsylvania
Angel Acres Horse Haven Rescue (Glenville, PA)  Angel Acres Horse Haven Rescue, Inc is a 501c3 non profit organization dedicated to saving horses bound for slaughter for human consumption. We also assist in cases of abuse, neglect and abandonment.

 

Cozee Valee Rescue & Sanctuary, Inc. (Huntingdon, PA)  We rescue farm animals, mainly horses & ponies from abuse, neglect, starvation and abandonment. We also assist with rescuing and placing slaughter bound horses. We feel that education is a very vital part of what we do and we would like to extend that to all areas of our community. If you are interested in helping us spread the education, please contact us.

 

Rhode Island

South Carolina
H.O.P.E. Acres Rescue (Goose Creek, SC)  The purpose of H.O.P.E. Acres Rescue is to rescue, rehabilitate, and provide a safe haven for equines in need, to  live out a healthy, happy, and peaceful life through public education, county and state alliances, donations and caring volunteers

South Dakota
Tennessee

Texas
Lucky Duck Horse & Farm Animal Rescue (Greenville, TX) is a 501c3 non-profit organization located in Greenville, TX.  We provide shelter, care, rehabilitation and adoption services for horses and other farm animals, including birds. We are funded solely by donations, fundraising and adoption fees, and we ask for your support by sending money, volunteering, adopting or simply by spreading the word about our effort.

Throwaway Ponies (Rockwall, TX) Provides a safe haven for horses who might be abused, neglected or possibly euthanized because of their age or physical condition. We also provide equine assisted therapy to women and children who have been physically, emotionally or sexually abused in order to build self confidence, self- esteem and physical strength.
 

Utah
Vermont

Virginia
Central Virginia Horse Rescue, Inc. (Broadnax, CA) is a 501(c)3 small rescue located in south central Virginia and dedicated to the care and rehabilitation of needy horses. The rescue serves south central, central and Southside Virginia. CVHR is proud to have achieved Verified status by the Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries. GFAS holds their sanctuaries to the highest possible standards of animal care.

Washington
Kindred Spirits Equine Rescue (Addy, WA)  Kindred Spirits provides Rescue, Rehabilitation and Rehoming to displaced, abandoned and abused horses. Kindred Spirits also offers a gelding program, emergency help in the community to feed horses, help with vet bills and horse owner education.

 

Avalon Mist Equine Rescue (Yakima, WA) "Home of Rest and Refuge for Horses"

West Virginia
Wisconsin
Wyoming