Save The Horses
Our Mission
The mission of Save the Horses (Horse Rescue Relief & Retirement Fund, Inc.) is to improve the quality of life for all animals with a focus on equine, canine, and other farm animals. We are committed to the rescue and rehabilitation of animals suffering from abuse, abandonment, neglect or slaughter bound and safe rehoming and retirement.
Our goal is to heal the mind, body and spirit of both horse and human through the spirit of the horse through physical and mental therapy programs for children and adults.
We also aim to improve public awareness and knowledge of the standards of care necessary to keep equines happy, healthy, and safe through community outreach, clinics and education for all horse/animal enthusiasts, owners and care givers through hands-on or virtual learning.
Adoption Policy
Adoption Policy:
- Our horses/other animals cannot be resold, rehomed or bred and should the need arise and you are no longer able to care for these animals they must be returned to Save the - Horses (adoption fees will not be refunded, other restrictions apply).
- If you are no longer able to keep your horse/animal for any reason and must return it, send us a written notice via email with a minimum of 60 days notice (although the more the better), have a negative coggins test done (all horses must have a current negative coggins test), and have shots records available (all horses must have a current Rabies, 4/5 Way and West Nile vaccinations).
- Each potential adopter is required to fill out an Adoption Application (print/mail or online) which must be approved before any horse will be adopted and is good for one year once its approved.
- Adopters are required to sign and abide by our adoption contract.
- Adopters must be at least 21 years of age with no history of animal abuse or neglect.
- Adoption fees must be paid in full and in advance before any horse can be adopted. (Adoption fees are not refundable).
- ADOPTION AREA: Georgia residents or those that reside within 4 hours of our Farm.
- SEEING A HORSE - Horses are shown to prospective adopters by appointment only. If you would like to see one of our horses, please email us to schedule an appointment.
- FOSTER A HORSE - We rely heavily on our foster homes and could always use more. If you would like to foster a horse, please email us for more information. NOTE: Actual expenses related directly to the care of your foster horse are tax deducible. Foster homes are required to submit a year end itemized statement with original receipts. Some of our "companion only" horses are eligible for foster care.
- SPONSOR A HORSE - Sponsors help off-set the costs of maintaining the horse while at Save the Horses. Sponsor donations are tax deductible. Go to http://savethehorses.org/sponsor-a-horse.html for more information on how you can become a sponsor.
FAQ:
Q: How do I go about adoption?
A: If you haven’t already, please look at our adoptable horses here. Then, read our adoption policy and submit an adoption interest form (both are below.) A member of our team will reach out shortly.
Q: I submitted an adoption interest form online, but I have not gotten a reply.
A: If you have recently submitted an interest form, please be patient. Someone will reach out shortly. If it’s been a while, please contact us at adoption@savethehorses.org.
Q: What is the price for adopting horses?
A: It depends on variety of factors, such as horse’s overall health, if they are rideable, etc.
Q: Is the adoption fee refundable?
A: No. However, the adoption fee is considered a donation and tax deductible since Save the Horses is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit rescue.
Q: Are all the horses rideable?
A: Not always. Since this is a rescue, we get our horses from different situations.
Q: Is this horse trained in…?
A: While we have horses that are rideable, many of them may need additional training. If they are trained in particular area, it usually is in their description. The rescue generally has does not have resources to train the horses.
Q: Is this horse available?
A: Our adoption websites (PetFinder & Adopt-A-Horse) are usually up to date, so if the horse isn’t on there, they are likely not available for adoption.
Q: Can I come meet the horses?
A: Please arrange a date with us for a meeting. Not all the horses are on the rescue’s property. They may be in a foster home, or the horses’ owners have contacted the rescue to arrange an adoption through the rescue to find a safe home for them. Even if the horses are at the rescue, they may be shy.
Q: What is the difference between adoption, foster, and sponsorship?
A: Adoption is you legally own the horse(s). Foster is you are providing a place for the horse(s) to stay; volunteers may help with feeding. Sponsorship is monetary contribution to taking care of a particular horse. Sponsorship may be continuous.
Q: Who can I contact for additional questions?
A: Email us at adoption@savethehorses.org.
