Frequently Asked Questions:

Can you visit your horse after adoption? While it is at Indiana Horse Rescue, yes, by appointment only.  Just as with many other animal adoptions, the people are screened, references checked and a match is made. Once the adoption takes place, we try to always have room available should your life circumstances change and need a place for the horse to come. We cannot give you the names of the adopters, but we do screen them thoroughly and follow up on the placement to be sure everything is well.

What if we can’t find a home for the horse? If we are unable to adopt your horse to a new home, (and we take all the time we need) we will give him the dignity of a respectful end.  You will never need to worry that your horse faces the cruelty of abandonment, neglect or going to auction.  We only do this when necessary whether, behavior or medical issues, we do NOT euthanize for space.

What if I change my mind after signing him over? You need to understand that we are a humane organization, once a horse is donated, the horse receives any care or treatment necessary along with daily care. You should seriously consider whether you want to donate the horse prior to making arrangements for it to come into the rescue.

Can you pick up my horse?   We are no longer able to provide that service due to scheduling.  We may be able to help you find someone, it depends on how far away you are, when they need picked up and IF we can arrange to have someone pick them up. There is a fee to be paid for the trailer use and driver. We prefer you deliver them if possible, then there is only the prearranged tax deductible donation. Horses may only be donated by approval and with prior arrangements. 

Thank you for considering Indiana Horse Rescue to help you find the right home for your horse.
Still interested in donating your horse? The next step is to complete our forms Transfer Equine Questionnaire  and Equine Questionnaire to see if we have an opening and they will fit within  our capabilities.  There may be a waiting period if room is not currently available.  We will not  begin the adoption process until after the equine(s)  has arrived and been assessed.

We get many many calls and emails, so please be patient if we do not get back to you immediately. If you do not hear from us within 2-3 days please reach out, as with many rescues, we may not be able to understand return phone numbers (cell phones) – these calls can not always be heard on the voice mail.  Our goal is to rehome every equine that comes to the rescue, however, we will never allow a horse to suffer if they can not be relieved of pain and/or by veterinary advice.  We are here for the horses, you will see that, if you come visit and meet our volunteers.