Adopting a Rescue Horse

There are several organizations looking after horsesdressage masters or show winners, but they can
that were rescued after being mistreated by theirmake great trail or leisure horse.
owners. Adopting a rescue horse can be a fulfillingRescue centers have many horses so you should
experience and will facilitate the rescue of otherhave some of the desired qualities in mind when going
animals. However, careful consideration should be doneto look at horses. You will most likely have to
before making your final decision.compromise on looks and breed but never take on a
Before you consider anything else, you should makehorse that you can not handle.
sure that you have the facilities and money to lookMany rescue horses have been mistreated and they
after a rescue horse. Adopting a horse is usually freemay have trust issues. Anyone adopting a rescue
or considerably less expensive than buying one. Keephorse will have to be patient and spend a lot of time
in mind however, that vet bills, feed, stabling, and otherrebuilding the horse's confidence.
things will cost you money. If you think you can notGetting an adopted horse to trust you does not
afford a horse, consider sponsoring the rescue centerhappen overnight. Give your adopted horse plenty of
or volunteering instead.time to get used to its new home before starting any
First of all you should determine what kind of horse iswork.
suitable for you. There is no point in adopting a rescueAdopting can be a magnificent experience. Always
horse only to discover that it is too challenging for youmake sure that you can provide all the care an
and has to be returned to the center. Think about youradopted equine friend needs before getting one. With
skill level and the type of riding or driving you will begood care and love, a rescued horse can become an
doing.excellent companion for your other horses or a
When looking to adopt a rescue pet, you should notwonderful leisure horse for riding.
have very high expectations. Few rescue animals are