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Our horses are not for sale. They are placed in screened private homes (we do not place horses in for-profit lessons, therapy, or other programs) with the intent that they remain there until their passing. We do not do trials or short-term fosters except in certain circumstances. Our placement agreements are legally binding and have the same terms as a full adoption; "foster" is for your benefit and allows you to track and deduct the horse's yearly expenses.
Homes are responsible for hauling the horse to their location along with expenses incurred while the horse is in their care, i.e., grain, hay, farrier, vet, etc. Foster care expenses are tax deductible.
Horses are placed in fully screened homes within 4 hours of our location (Hughesville, MD 20637) in the following states: Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and West Virginia.
Homes must agree to sign a lifetime agreement and meet or exceed Maryland's Standards of Care. No barbed or single-strand electric wire will be approved; a 4-5 strand high-tensile fence is acceptable but must be electrified and well maintained. A permanent structurally sound three-sided 10x10 shelter space must also be available per horse.
To complete our screening process, email [trfsanctuary@gmail.com] us responses to the questions below, along with clear photos of the shelter and fencing where the horse(s) will reside.
Full Legal Name:
Property Address where horse(s) will reside:
Mailing Address (if different):
Email Address:
Phone Number:
Which horse(s) are you interested in?
What is the intended use of the horse?
Do you have other horses? What kind? Where are they kept?
Do you own/rent your residence?
Where do you intend to keep the horse?
*If leased, do you have a written lease? How long is its term (in years)? Will you make the owner aware this is a fostered horse and provide them with our contact information?
**If boarding facility, please provide us with the barn manager's name and number.
How many acres will the horse be kept on?
What type of fencing does it have?
What will the horse(s) turnout schedule be?
If you plan to ride the horse(s), please describe your expertise in riding, handling, training, care, and rehabilitation.
Who will ride the horse? What is their age and riding level?
Who will be responsible for feeding/training/general care?
Who will take care of the horse when you are out of town if you are the party responsible?
How much do you anticipate spending yearly on grain, hay, farrier, and veterinary care?
Can you financially provide the horse with this care/these services?
What would you do with the horse if you had to move?
Have you ever been issued a warning/citation or been convicted for a violation against animals? If so, please explain.
Have you ever rehomed, sold, sent a horse to auction, or surrendered a horse? If so, please explain.
What is the name and number of your veterinarian? *
What is the name and number of your farrier? *
Dutton is a 15YO 16+hh Dutch Harness Horse gelding surrendered in June 2023. We have not ridden him at all. When he arrived, he was a BS1, so we spent our time getting him healthy and back to a good body weight. Dutton was an Amish cart horse, so he is calm around commotion and has proven tolerant and curious about everything happening around him. He loves attention. Dutton is green under saddle but quiet and willing to learn. He would make a great trail partner and needs someone patient to teach him how to be a riding horse. He is available for on-site foster only, meaning he will reside with us, but can be taken across the street to the park or hauled locally for riding. Located in Hughesville, MD. $200/month
Spy in the Sky "Tank" is a 2002 model 16.2hh registered Standardbred gelding. He is brave, loves adventure, and will ride solo or in a group. He isn't into crowds or commotion, so no busy boarding barns, hunting, or show crowds for him; he prefers a private or low-key stable and leisurely trail rides. He has excellent brakes and rides comfortably in a hackamore but will stop with a vocal cue. He is terrific about letting the rider mount and only moves off once the rider is ready.
He is very aware of what he should/shouldn't be doing and does his best to avoid getting in trouble. He stands in the crossties and gets along well with others. He enjoys his stall, so 12/12 stall/turnout is fine; he loves a warm blanket and grooming. He is excellent about being groomed; you can touch him all over, and he picks up all his feet well. Excellent ground manners. It is easy to put a halter on and bridle him.
Now for his quarks. He requires a confident, calm handler. If you are not the boss, he will test you. In addition, he can be possessive of his food. He does pins his ears but has never done anything. He takes verbal correction well.
He has been out of work over the winter and will need to be brought back. He prefers the ladies, and is suitable for an intermediate confident rider. Located in Westminster MD. No placement fee.
To It and From It is a FL bred 2009 model 16.1hh bay Thoroughbred mare by Simon Pure out of the Vision and Verse mare Clown Factor. She raced from 2013 to 2015. She is WTC capable and can do small courses but will pull up lame with too much jumping. She can be ridden outside or in the ring. She is barefoot and needs front shoes for regular work. We believe she was a dressage or eventing horse with extensive training under saddle. She is not suitable for a beginner - she needs an intermediate rider. Located in Manchester, MD. Placement fee $500
Nigerian Dwarf. 3-4YO weather. UTD on shots. Placement fee $175
Nigerian Dwarf. 3-4YO female. UTD on shots. Placement fee $175
Nigerian Dwarf. 3-4YO female. UTD on shots. Placement fee $175
Nigerian Dwarf. 2YO weather. UTD on shots. Placement fee $175
Nigerian Dwarf. 2YO weather. UTD on shots. Placement fee $175
Nigerian Dwarf. 2YO female. UTD on shots. Placement fee $175
Nigerian Dwarf. 1YO weather. UTD on shots. Placement fee $175
Nigerian Dwarf. Less than 6 months old. Weather. UTD on shots. Placement fee $175
Nigerian Dwarf. Less than 6 months old. Weather. UTD on shots. Placement fee $175
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