A true horse rescue?

[Seashells]

I understand "sanctuary's" are forever homes where horses are never adopted out or sold.

I have seen people out there buying, selling, trading, showing, breeding...generally enjoying horse ownership to the fullest...yet, publicly label their place as a "rescue".

Surely, they are kind hearted animal lovers whom take in extra horses on the side and care for them as best they can, for as long as possible. But, they will still sell and trade horses for better horses, hay money, cutting down on numbers, without written agreements or future rights? Why label yourself a rescue?

Isn't a true rescue an organization/farm/or place devoted "to protect and care for the well being of an existing horse", rather than bringing more into the world? Accepting horses from dire circumstances, and adopting them out to "forever homes"...under contract, strict guidlines, and set agreements on the animals future, placement, and well being?

Maybe non of this matters, but do you see what I mean

 

[Sue_C.]

If a rescued horse has the conformation, and liniage to become a breeding quality horse, I don't see why it cannot be used as such. A rescue is only one point in their lives...many horses, young and old, are rescued, rehabilitated, trained and go on to very happy, healthy and productive lives.

Now if I took a horse to a Sanctuary, per sey, I would then expect it to remain there for life, and would contribute to it's care for as long as the horse lived. There is definately a difference.

ANYONE can CALL themselves a rescue...and many poorly run facilities even have the tax numbers and paperwork that makes them legal...but one has to be sooo careful, as many of these "rescues" are under investigation for abuse, neglect and cruely themselves.

It is truely disheartening at times, but there are still many Rescue Facilities that are truely doing their job, and doing it WELL.

 

[Ashley]

If a rescued horse has the conformation, and liniage to become a breeding quality horse, I don't see why it cannot be used as such. A rescue is only one point in their lives...many horses, young and old, are rescued, rehabilitated, trained and go on to very happy, healthy and productive lives.

Now if I took a horse to a Sanctuary, per sey, I would then expect it to remain there for life, and would contribute to it's care for as long as the horse lived. There is definately a difference.

ANYONE can CALL themselves a rescue...and many poorly run facilities even have the tax numbers and paperwork that makes them legal...but one has to be sooo careful, as many of these "rescues" are under investigation for abuse, neglect and cruely themselves.

It is truely disheartening at times, but there are still many Rescue Facilities that are truely doing their job, and doing it WELL.

I have taken in a few rescues. Yes still bred and sold minis on the side. Now the rescues that I have taken in I have kept. But if they didnt end up working out here I would have no problems finding them new homes.

 

[Seashells]

If a rescued horse has the conformation, and liniage to become a breeding quality horse, I don't see why it cannot be used as such. A rescue is only one point in their lives... many horses, young and old, are rescued, rehabilitated, trained and go on to very happy, healthy and productive lives.

Now if I took a horse to a Sanctuary, per sey, I would then expect it to remain there for life, and would contribute to it's care for as long as the horse lived. There is definately a difference.

ANYONE can CALL themselves a rescue...and many poorly run facilities even have the tax numbers and paperwork that makes them legal...but one has to be sooo careful, as many of these "rescues" are under investigation for abuse, neglect and cruely themselves.

It is truely disheartening at times, but there are still many Rescue Facilities that are truely doing their job, and doing it WELL.

I loved the reminder: A rescue is only one point in their lives...

True, there are many rescue facilities that are truely doing their job, and doing it well.

I totally admire their work. Horse care is a labor of love!

I guess there are shades of gray among "rescues". In my mind, a true rescue consistantly acts out for the well being of a horse...in every way.

When you said "anyone can call themselves a rescue"...I'm reminded of a time where I went to a farm who had shetlands for sale. I recognized the man from years past....known for buying horses for the slaughter house. He said he is a rescue! Obviously a cover up for his dealings with buying and selling horses for profit. On my drive home, I thought about it, and yes, he did rescue horses...from the auction house. But only to sell them to anyone and any place....no concern for the well being of the horses! Later, I heard he didn't want his children to know what he was really up to and that's why he calls himself a rescue.

 

[Seashells]

I have taken in a few rescues. Yes still bred and sold minis on the side. Now the rescues that I have taken in I have kept. But if they didnt end up working out here I would have no problems finding them new homes.

Hi Ashley

I can understand what mean, soemtimes things don't work out. Besides, taking ownership of a rescue is differnt than calling yourself a rescue facility.

 

[minie812]

I have fostered before and helped to place in new homes. I have also bought a few I FELT needed to be out of a situation-rehabilitated & placed. I also breed though not on a big scale & consider myself to be a rescue type individual (ask my poor hubby) that just cares & I donate to my favorite real rescues when I can as during these economic times they need all the help they can get. Yes, it is sad when some hide behind tax exempt because it gives a bad name to the true heros that have to devote so much to a rescue...it is hard work and the sad thing is ...you cannot save all that need saving. I try to focus on the ones that can be saved.

 

[Seashells]

I have fostered before and helped to place in new homes. I have also bought a few I FELT needed to be out of a situation-rehabilitated & placed. I also breed though not on a big scale & consider myself to be a rescue type individual (ask my poor hubby) that just cares & I donate to my favorite real rescues when I can as during these economic times they need all the help they can get. Yes, it is sad when some hide behind tax exempt because it gives a bad name to the true heros that have to devote so much to a rescue...it is hard work and the sad thing is ...you cannot save all that need saving. I try to focus on the ones that can be saved.

It's great knowing you do what you can to help horses in need. Now, I'm beginning to realizing there are plenty of people doing good, which out weighs the ones simply hiding behind tax exemption. Thanks for your response

 

[Marty]

There are more bogus rescues out there that you can count and if the truth be told, sometimes other rescues have to rescue another rescue.If they are crooked, they will be caught up with eventually simple as that.

In CMHR one of the first things we do is to geld every stallion that comes into the rescue as fast as we possibly can, as soon as he is well enough. We spend a lot of money on gelding for sure but feel that is so important its a priority. Don't care who is he is what he sired, he gets gelded.

We can't spay the mares, but our policy is that they are not to be bred.

However if a horse has registration papers, we do everything we can to secure them so they adoptive owners will be able to show them if they so desire and participate in any other breed activities.

 

[Seashells]

Hi again, just wanted to thank those who replied. Now, I'm realizing there are too many out there really making a difference for horses in need, and and I shouldn't focus my frustration on those "faker bakers" pretending to call themselves a "rescue". Actions speak louder than labels.

 

[Seashells]

There are more bogus rescues out there that you can count and if the truth be told, sometimes other rescues have to rescue another rescue.If they are crooked, they will be caught up with eventually simple as that.

In CMHR one of the first things we do is to geld every stallion that comes into the rescue as fast as we possibly can, as soon as he is well enough. We spend a lot of money on gelding for sure but feel that is so important its a priority. Don't care who is he is what he sired, he gets gelded.

We can't spay the mares, but our policy is that they are not to be bred.

However if a horse has registration papers, we do everything we can to secure them so they adoptive owners will be able to show them if they so desire and participate in any other breed activities.

Howdy Marty, I've always admired CMHR and what they do for minis

 

[Gini]

Howdy Marty, I've always admired CMHR and what they do for minis

Sheila I'm not Marty but I want to thank you. Please you all remember when you are going to be dealing with a rescue check them out. Anyone can say they are a 501c3 but are they? A 501c3 does not mean that rescue is reputable. I would check with people that have had dealings with or know people within and running the rescue.

We all including rescues get fooled occasionally by other rescues.

Marty told you about our gelding policy, another is the adopter gives us access at all times to the horse. If at any time the horse needs to be re-homed by the adopter they have signed a contract for the horse to come back into CMHR. We have enforced this clause and now are in the process of doing so again. It is binding and now with the County Attorney.

There are many more things that make up a legitimate rescue. Too many to name here but this will give you some idea.

Gini

CMHR Treasure