HOW DO THEY BECOME RESCUESHorses come to Shadarobah in a variety of ways:
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INTAKEJust getting them loaded on the trailer is a task in itself. Upon intake photos are taken, a quick evaluation for wounds and illnesses is performed, and welfare needs are notated.
We quickly come up with a plan for rehabilitation specific to each horse and their needs. The Next Steps: Assessment performed by Rescue Personnel Determine necessary food regimen Vet Exam Dental Exam Hoof Assessment and Treatment Physical Therapist Evaluation Chiropractor Visit Personality Assessment Riding test |
WHILE AT RESCUEMost of the horses that come to Shadarobah have lost trust in humans and suffer from socialization issues. We focus on integrating them into a pasture group, handling them regularly, helping them to rebuild a sense of confidence and level of trust. Additionally we have a large number of severe neglect & malnourishment cases. We concentrate on getting them healthy and up to appropriate weight levels - which can be a slow, gradual process.
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COST OF CARENothing we do could be accomplished without our wonderful donors and supporters. While medical & care professionals provide treatment and services at deeply discounted rates, the cost of care is still high and donations are needed.
Annual Costs: $3,250 Feed & hay $540 Hoof Care $225 Dental Care $48 Worming annually $300 Vaccinations & exam annually $4,363 = BASIC CARE of ONE horse for ONE year
Not including: Additional Vet Care Therapy Chiropractic Bedding Barn Expenses ie bedding, electric, water, the list goes on and on |
Rehoming Services
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While Shadarobah does not have the facilities to take every horse, we can extend help by listing your horse on our adoption page & help match you with a prospective adopter.
If you are interested in having us help re-home your horse please fill out the form below and include the following information:
To find a new home or a lease for your horse it is critical to provide as much detail as possible to ensure a good match is made.
If you are interested in having us help re-home your horse please fill out the form below and include the following information:
- Your Name & Contact Information
- Name & Age of horse
- Breed & Gender of horse
- Color & Hands
- Comments on whether horse is rideable & level of rider recommended
- Health comments and any known medical issues
- Background of the horse
- Current circumstance causing the need to rehome
- Pictures of the horse
To find a new home or a lease for your horse it is critical to provide as much detail as possible to ensure a good match is made.
Looking for a horse?
Shadarobah is in constant contact with the community. If you are interested in finding a particular type of horse and do not see it on our adopt page we may still be able to help match you. Please contact us and include the following information:
Shadarobah is in constant contact with the community. If you are interested in finding a particular type of horse and do not see it on our adopt page we may still be able to help match you. Please contact us and include the following information:
- Your equine ability and knowledge, funds available and your time for activities including, but not limited to, vet visits, grooming, exercise, care and management.
- Ownership preference: Lease or purchase
BEWARE OF FREE TO A GOOD HOME
Recent studies show that only one in five animals obtained through 'free to a good home' ads actually go to permanent, loving homes.
Responsible horse owners have an increasingly tough time finding a good home for their horses and are turning to classified ads or online ads such as Craigslist thinking that they’re doing the right thing for their horse.
Beware: Free to good home is laden with individuals looking to profit from the situation. Kill buyers, hoarders & collectors, often pose as loving homes. They make great promises about providing a loving home conning unwary owners.
If you don’t put much thought into what happens to your horse after you sell him, the sad truth is there is a high probability that he will end up at a horse auction where he will be purchased by a kill buyer.
Responsible horse owners have an increasingly tough time finding a good home for their horses and are turning to classified ads or online ads such as Craigslist thinking that they’re doing the right thing for their horse.
Beware: Free to good home is laden with individuals looking to profit from the situation. Kill buyers, hoarders & collectors, often pose as loving homes. They make great promises about providing a loving home conning unwary owners.
If you don’t put much thought into what happens to your horse after you sell him, the sad truth is there is a high probability that he will end up at a horse auction where he will be purchased by a kill buyer.