There’s nothing better in this world than true love and rescue horses. Rescue horses hold a very special place in my life, I’m the proud partner to a rescue American Paint (with many more to come, that I’m sure of.) Horses are synonymous with the idea of freedom, of being wild, of pure joy. However, our horses are subject to a myriad of dangers or mis-use- from abusive work loads, racing, and “land management” out West. You could lose yourself in frustration or hopelessness- easily, the same way you can when researching orca whales in captivity. The thing is- There is so, so much to celebrate. Across the country there are hundreds of horse sanctuaries, rescues, and individuals willing to give these horses a safe place to land. Whether it’s two horses or thirty horses- these rescues deserve attention and recognition. 

Here are a few of my favorite rescues/sanctuaries around the US:  

Lucky Break Horse Rescue

Skydog Ranch

Wild At Heart Horse Rescue

Colby’s Crew Rescue

Red Feather Equine Sanctuary

Boos Equine Rescue

Freedom Ride Equine

Here’s some helpful info if you’re considering adopting a rescue horse:

My Right Horse This link will take ya to a info sheet on what it takes to own a rescue and how to pick out the right horse. I highly recommend looking for youtube videos, talking to some folks who have their own rescue, and speaking directly to the rescues themselves. A Home For Every Horse This link will take you to a list of horse rescues throughout the USA.