Promoting Responsible Ownership
The United Horse Coalition provides trusted educational materials and resources designed to support responsible horse ownership. Our guidance helps owners make informed decisions throughout every stage of a horse’s life. By promoting proactive care and planning, we work to prevent welfare challenges before they arise. Education and prevention are both vital cornerstones of protecting horses at risk or in transition.
Join the Effort: How your organization can help.
An informational booklet that lists various initiatives and activities you or your organization can undertake to help horses that are at risk, or in transition. Updated for 2023
UHC Booklet: Preventing Horses From Becoming At-Risk: Own Responsibly
An informational booklet created by the UHC on Responsible Horse Ownership.
UHC Membership Benefits
Information regarding the benefits of becoming a member of the United Horse Coalition.
Resources for Current Owners
Tools, guidance, and support to help horse owners responsibly care for and manage their horses at every stage of ownership. This includes educational materials and safety net resources for times of hardship, empowering owners to make informed decisions, maintain horse welfare, and keep horses in safe, stable homes whenever possible and responsibly rehome when they can’t.
Resources for Prospective Owners
These resources help individuals evaluate whether horse ownership fits their lifestyle and responsibilities, explain the basics of horse care and associated costs, explore alternatives to purchasing a horse, and guide prospective owners in finding a horse that best matches their needs and experience level.
Resources for Rescues/Sanctuaries
These resources support equine rescues by offering best-practice guidelines, accreditation support, and tools to successfully match horses with adopters, while also providing assistance with nonprofit management and fundraising, as well as access to equine welfare, disaster relief, and veterinary assistance grants.
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Current Horse Owners
Educational materials and articles for current horse owners on helping to navigate responsible horse ownership and decisions.
Prospective Horse Owners
Educational materials and articles designed to help prospective horse owners make informed and responsible decisions.
Rescues and Sanctuaries
Educational articles centered around information helpful for rescues and sanctuaries.
Responsible Rehoming Resources
Guidance and tools for responsible equine rehoming options and decisions.
End of Life, Euthanasia, and Aftercare Resources
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