The Adoption Process
1. Fill out an adoption application and submit a nonrefundable $25 dollar adoption application fee via the Paypal button on our website & FaceBook page or by mailing a check to Horse North Rescue, PO Box 76 Kingsley, MI 49649
2. Schedule a Meet n' Greet by calling or texting 231-645-4674 and leaving your name and phone number with date & time preferred. NOTE: This is a very basic 30 minute time to interact with the horse. If you have submitted an adoption application, additional time and equine handling is encouraged.
3. Should you be interested in a horse that is not currently available for adoption, we encourage you to submit an application so we can get the preliminary site visit and paperwork started. All horses will be given at least two weeks advertised as "available" before the selection process begins.
4. This application will expire after two years from date of signature or adoption of a HNR horse or whichever comes first.
5. The dedicated volunteers at HNR will conduct a site visit, check on the references you provide and discuss further with you whether that particular horse will be the most suitable for your family.
Please note: All HNR horses are adopted out on a 'right to first refusal contract' meaning if you cannot or should no longer wish to own the horse, HNR must be contacted prior to the horse being advertised or transferred to another home.
Conditional Adoption Agreement
Lilly -Available for Adoption $350
Lilly is a 14.1H Arab and approximately 12yo, that came to us as an Animal Control seizure. She arrived underweight and very skiddish. Lilly has since blossomed into a more confident horse and would love to have daily interaction and training. Lilly does have heaves and an allergy blood test indicated she is allergic to most local grasses and hay as well as dust mites. Lilly would best be kept out of a barn stall/arena sitaution and fed small amounts of wetted hay and other complete feeds to keep up her weight. She is currently on Oxy-Gen and Immunize some supplements to aid her respiratory system and we are seeing positive results as she has required no heaves medications all summer! She is UTD on teeth and vaccinations and ready for a new chapter to her life. Lilly has started consistent groundwork and has had a couple of quiet rides in the roundpen and on the trails. This girl would be perfect for any intermediate rider. As we follow the 20% rule for maximum weight a hores should carry, we would recommend Lilly best suited for a rider and tack to total no more than 200 lbs. To set up an appointment to meet Lilly please call us at 231-645-4674.
Sadie - Currently being fostered with option to adopt
This 10 year Quarter Horse mix standing at 14.2H is very sweet. She is a wonderfully trained gem and would make an excellent first horse for a young child. Sadie does, however, some physical limitations due to an old injury that did not heal correctly in her front fetlock. Our vet has taken a close look and informed us that she should not carry an adult passenger, she is sound only for walk/trot and only a child rider with total weight under 75 lbs. Our teen assistant trainer, Faith, observed that Sadie picks up a walk with only a voice cue (clucking) and at the most only a light nudge with the feet, has a great neck rein (good for young'uns since they can hold the horn and still be learning to steer) and a solid stop. She is a laid back, calm horse and will gladly hold a walk and babysit her rider, and will even happily stand still. Sadie is smart and quick on the uptake. Faith reintroduced her to some backing, which she probably learned in the past but it had been dulled by no release, and with a few quick practices, she was backing on a very light request. Marian, our Trainer, has also introduced Sadie to driving which she reponded very well to also. UPDATE: Sadie has undergone some xrays on her front foot and it is determined she will suffer from arthritis as she ages and requires a special home that can give her the care she needs. If this sounds like your perfect pasture pet, please contact us as her fee will be waived.
Mandy - Available for adoption for $600
Mandy is a 14.3H Quarter Horse that is estimated to be 8-10 years old per the Vet. She came into HNR by way of Animal Control investigating a stray horse. She has since been owner surrendered and is ready for her new home. Mandy stands great to be saddled, bridled, and mounted, though sometimes ambles off the mount a little. She is not the least bit nervous about new situation and has a really nice, light neck rein and stop. She takes a bit fine but is equally well in a bitless bridle. She is basic trail trained, but does not understand leg cues very well at this time. She would be best for an advanced beginner or active rider. Note, we did not get her up to a canter due to space limitations at our rescue facility but do not anticipate any problems. Mandy is UTD on vaccinations, Coggins, farrier and dental. Call 231-645-4674 for more information.
Dandy - Currently being fostered with option to adopt
This sweet gelding came to us as an owner's surrender. He is 25 years old, standing at approximately 11.2H and broke to ride. Dandy is current on his vaccinations and Coggins and will soon be UTD on dental and a farrier visit. Please submit an application if you feel he might be a good fit for your family. He will soon begin his training assessment as he is healthy and eager to show us what he can do.
Jesse - Available for adoption - $600
This handsome 13yo, Arab/Morgan, gelding has come back into the HNR program seeking a new home as his former adopter was moving and figured he needed someone to spend a little more time with him. Jesse is an excellent trail horse that has been on endurance rides in the past. He is 15-15.1H hands and requires an intermediate level rider who is actively engaged in riding as this boy has energy. His ground manners are good but he does have a tendency to push boundries. Jesse is UTD on vaccinations, dental & farrier. Currently Jesse is being fostered in Boyne City till we have room at the Rescue. Please consider submitting an application if he sounds like a good match for you.
Spice: Currently rehabilitating and not yet available for adoption
This 21 year-old, Tennessee Walker mare came to HNR from an Animal Control intercept via Menonminee County in the UP. Friends of UPAWS and Sally's Fund took her under their wing and did the initial weeks of care and now HNR will continue to assist Spice with her continued weight gain and training so she wil be available for future placement. Spice will be looking for a home offer of an experienced handler that is confident and patient as Spice needs time and consistency to learn to trust once again. Be sure to follow Spice's journey toward wellness.
Nike - Rehabilitating & not yet available for adoption
Nike is a 10 year old Thoroughbred that came to us via a Benzie Animal Control intercept. He is very sweet and eager to be getting reguar meals and TLC from our team of Volunteers. Nike came into HNR at a body score 1 (meaning very emaciated) and he is doing very well in his weight and muscle gain. Nike does not mind being haltered, having a blanket being put on/off or picking up his feet for the farrier. We are excited to see what this boy knows under saddle as his ground manners are pretty good for an ex-racing horse. Nike's JC name is Wilma's Numberone and he raced in Louisiana. If you would like to be a monthly sponsor to Nike until he placed available for adoption, please click on our Paypal link at the bottom of our website.
