Sponsor a Horse
Want to get involved but not sure how? Sponsorship of a Shadarobah resident is one of the most impactful ways to do just that!
Many of the below services are done on a routine basis and can add up quickly for our organization. Through sponsorship you not only play a large role in impacting that horse's life- but you help the rescue by making it possible to help another horse!
Many of the below services are done on a routine basis and can add up quickly for our organization. Through sponsorship you not only play a large role in impacting that horse's life- but you help the rescue by making it possible to help another horse!
Costs of Care
Feed
Each horse is fed a specific diet to meet their nutritional needs & restrictions. HAY $8 a bale Each horse eats about 1/2 - 1 of a bale a day MINIMUM Grain $25-$34 per 50 lb bag Each horse is fed grain based on their medical needs. Supplements These vary per type of supplement and the need that they meet. Many of our horses start with Tripe Crown Safe Starch which is approximately $26/bag. In addition, many get MSM for pain management while they rehabilitate. |
Regular Care
Horses require regular maintenance care to maintain optimal health. Farrier $60 Horses need their feet trimmed every 6-8 weeks. If the horse requires specialty shoeing to be comfortable or for medical needs, the cost begins at $125 Shots $95 Shots are given twice a year Dental $225-250 Horses need their teeth done once a year Deworming $15 Horses need to be dewormed to prevent further health complications. We suggest collecting a fecal sample and submitting for testing to your vet. |
Additional Care
Some horses have chronic pain and other medical conditions that require additional therapies- sometimes until healed, other times it will be a life long commitment. Massage Therapy $150 per session Many Horses need several sessions to relieve pain Magna Wave $60 per Session Chiropractic Care $125 per session To make horses comfortable, especially for riding horses Vet Treatment Farm calls $75 Treatment depends on what is needed at the time of need. |