Educating horse owners on the importance of owning responsibly.
Working to reduce the number of at-risk horses, while helping those in transition.
Raising awareness about the issues surrounding horses at-risk, and the resources available to help.

HERE FOR YOU. HERE FOR YOUR HORSE

As horse owners, we all might need support at some point in our lives. It’s never too early to learn about the local safety net services available to you. Planning ahead benefits not only you and your horse but also the organizations that help at-risk horses. Be a #ResponsibleHorseOwner—we can help.

SEARCH THE UHC’S EQUINE RESOURCE DATABASE

OUR RESOURCES:

Resources for Current Owners:

Facilities that accept horses (what to ask before rehoming/retiring a horse.)
Feed and Hay Safety Net Programs
Castration programs and clinics
Funding for Veterinary Care
Euthanasia programs and clinics (info on helping to make a euthanasia decision)
Racing aftercare, placement, and training.
Other programs

Resources for Prospective Owners:

Is Horse Ownership right for me?
Basic Horse Care and Costs
Alternatives to buying a horse
Finding “The Right Horse”

Resources for Rescues/Sanctuaries:

Guidelines for Rescues
Accreditation
Match Horses with Adopters
Non Profit Management/Fundraising
Equine Welfare Grants
Disaster Assistance Grants
Veterinary Assistance Grants

LATEST NEWS

United Horse Coalition Expands Equine Resource Database to Support Horse Owners Experiencing Domestic Violence

American Horse Council Publishes Findings from Two Key Pilot Projects on Horse Welfare and Euthanasia Accessibility

American Horse Council’s Foundation & United Horse Coalition launch “Equine Lifeline” – a new virtual chat feature

The Ride of Two Lifetimes – Giving a Horse a Second Chance

American Horse Council Awarded USDA Grant to Boost Biosecurity at Equine Welfare Organizations

So you want to start an equine rescue? Volunteer first!

United Horse Coalition Seeks Nominees for Unity for Horses Award

Equine Welfare Data Collective Releases Seventh Report

Preventing Crisis Before it Strikes—A Crucial Preventative Measure in Equine Welfare.

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The United Horse Coalition is committed to helping horses at-risk or in transition by:

Educating current and future horse owners on responsible ownership, proper care and breeding, and options available before a horse reaches a state of becoming at-risk.

Explaining the issue through presentations at industry gatherings, including horse association meetings, conferences, symposiums, and horse fairs

Raising awareness about the issue of horses who are at-risk, and its impact on the horse industry

Reducing the number of at-risk horses and working towards eliminating the problem.

Ensuring that horses are treated humanely and with dignity

Providing information on end-of-life decisions, including veterinary decisions, euthanasia, and disposal

Educating horse owners on the importance of owning responsibly.

Working to reduce the number of at-risk horses, while helping those in transition.

Raising awareness about the issues surrounding horses at-risk, and the resources available to help.