Companion

Connection

Companionship - because not all horses need a rider. Our new Companion Connection program was formed to find solutions to the challenges facing non-riding horses.

Caring for our

Most vulnerable

Every horse will one day fall into the non-rideable, companion-only category. There is a never-ending supply of these horses. Unfortunately, the reality for most horses in America is that when they are no longer rideable, they are viewed as less valuable than their riding counterparts. Because of this industry-wide perception, horses will pass through multiple owners in their lifetime. And every time a horse changes hands, that horse is at risk of landing in unsafe or unkind hands. Or in the worst-case scenario on a truck bound for slaughter for human consumption. 

CHR is passionate about taking care of these horses who have given so much over their lives. Our new Companion Connection program was formed to directly address the challenges facing non-riding horses by finding permanent, safe solutions for each individual more efficiently.
Meet the companion herd

A New Approach

Training

Using a standardized non-riding assessment, customized specifically to target the barriers that typically keep these horses from finding new homes, individualized training plans are developed for each horse in the program.

Awareness

Awareness and education are serious barriers to finding homes for these vulnerable horses. Through educational clinics, special events, and partnerships in our community, we are shifting the perception of non-riding horses from no longer valuable to potential cherished family members.

Placement

By creating this new focus, we are able to identify the kinds of homes that would benefit the most from welcoming a companion horse into their family and match those people with the right horse more efficiently.

Companion Superstars

Woodrow

This sweet older Tennessee Walking Horse is looking for a loving retirement home. He is working on gaining more confidence but is a very good boy when working with people he trusts. Woodrow is a sensitive soul who needs a special home and would love to live with another senior horse.

Piper

Gentle giant, Piper, is looking for a soft place to land after a long riding career. Piper is currently doing well living with a herd of older geldings, but would benefit from a smaller, soft environment where he doesn't need to compete for resources. Piper is a total gentleman and loves people.

Keto

After a long career on the dude string, Keto is looking for a retirement home. This gelding is spunky and full of personality. He gets along well with other horses and prefers to live in a group versus in a stall. Keto requires special hoof care to be pasture sound.

SPONSOR

Sponsor the care of a companion horse while they continue to search for their permanent home. With this sponsorship, you will have the ability to visit with your sponsor horse and keep up with their progress toward finding their right home.

SPONSOR A HORSE

BE AN ADVOCATE

Have a non-riding horse already? Another way to support the program is by sharing what you are able to do with your horse on the ground! Help people learn that a horse’s value isn’t limited to his or her rideability.

Share your story on social media and tag us @coloradohorserescue today. Be a part of the shift toward valuing all horses, in every stage of life.

SPONSOR A COMPANION HORSE

We understand the commitment that a horse requires. If you’re not ready to foster or adopt, sponsorship is a great option to support the care of a companion-only horse.

Sponsor A Horse

FOSTER PROGRAM

If you feel pulled to help a horse in need, our foster program offers flexible foster options that may be right for you.

Foster Options
Hang tight while we go get your horse!