Adopt a Horse

Why Adopt from TRF?

Our horses have gone on to be top eventing, jumping and dressage horses, as well as trustworthy trail horses and backyard pets. We will help you find that perfect horse you've been looking for.

To begin the process,  fill out an application form and to us via email, mail or fax. We require references, as well as some personal information on the applicant. Once the form has been received, a TRF employee or volunteer may visit your farm or the place where you plan to board the horse to make sure the facilities are adequate. You must have secured stabling arrangements before an adoption can be finalized. CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE ADOPTION APPLICATION

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE VETERINARY FOLLOW-UP FORM

Upon approval of the adoption application, we will look for a horse that best suits your needs and desires. While we normally have a number of horses available for adoption, we take great pains to find the right horse for you. The process may take a month or longer. The TRF tries to make the adoption process as easy and as inexpensive as possible, yet must take necessary precautions to make sure that the horse in question will be turned over to a suitable, caring home. The tax-deductible adoption fee, which is non-refundable, can run from a low of $500 to a high of $3,000. While all horses are priceless to us, we try to base the fee on the condition and potential of the horse. For instance, a young, healthy horse who may turn into an outstanding dressage prospect would require a larger donation fee than an older, infirm horse who can be little more than a pasture pet. After the adoption has been completed, the TRF will require that your veterinarian report to us twice yearly concerning the horse's condition and vaccination history. We will also require that you notify us if you and/or the horse has moved. You cannot sell or transfer your horse without prior approval of the TRF. We will be glad to answer any other questions you may have. Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation P.O. Box 3387 Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 Phone: (518) 226-0028 Fax: (518) 226-0699 Email: adoption@trfinc.org