Horse rescue organizations perform an important role, offering a bright future to animals in need of a new home when their owners can’t keep them or when they are no longer suited for their current use. However, as in any business, some groups do a better job than others. That’s why it’s important for anyone who is adopting from a rescue organization or donating a horse to one to know the right questions to ask before making any commitments.

My group, ReRun Inc., is a non-profit organization dedicated to helping ex-racehorses find new careers. The advice I offer here is based on our experiences in taking in and placing hundreds of horses over the years.

A Starting Point

Getting a sense of the group’s financial health will tell you a lot about any non-profit