ADOPTION PROGRAM



Adopting a rescue horse can be a very rewarding and exciting experience!



The decision to adopt should be weighed heavily as there are often unforeseen expenses with horse ownership, and a new horse and owner will need time to adjust to one another once at home. When you adopt, you are joining the HWH family and we will always be here to support you. We will gladly remain a resource for health or training issues, and we can help connect you with reputable professionals or support services in your area.


If you are interested in adopting, please follow these steps to initiate the process:



Equine Adoption Online Application


ADOPTION PROGRAM PROCESS





STEP 1 : REVIEW



Review our Facility Requirements to ensure your home or boarding facility will meet our minimum requirements.
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STEP 2 : CONTACT



Email our Adoption Coordinator at hwhadoptions@gmail.com to begin a conversation about finding the perfect match for you.
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STEP 3 : SCHEDULE



Schedule an Appointment to meet and/or ride the horse(s) that you are interested in adopting. We encourage adopters to take their time and really get to know the horses before making a decision. We typically require an adopter to schedule and complete three rides on those potential ridable horses before moving forward to the next step. 




STEP 4 : SUBMIT APPLICATION



If the adopter and horse are determined to be a compatible match, an Adoption Application will be completed and a deposit of 1/3 of the adoption fee will be made at that time. Once the Adoption Application has been received, HWH will contact the references provided and will schedule a visit to the facility where the horse will be kept.




STEP 5 : FORMALIZE AGREEMENT



Upon a final decision, the Adoption Agreement must be reviewed and signed by both parties, and the Adoption Fee balance must be paid in full. Adoption Fees are non-refundable and will be used to facilitate the rescue and rehabilitation of future horses from slaughter. Adoption fees will not be returned in the event the horse is returned to HWH for re-adoption.




ADOPTABLE HORSES