The Horse Protection League

The Horse Protection League

Other Resources

There are a variety of equine programs and organizations in the area. Here is a list of resources:

The Baco Fund

Helps horse owners with emergency veterinary bills. Contact Franci Taub-Martin at mtngirlog@gmail.com or 303 570-4402.

Colorado Horse Council (CHC)

Grassroots organization dedicated to protecting and advancing shared equine interests through legislation and education. Go to the CHC website for information on judicial/legislative issues, emergency disasters, and equine related resources. www.coloradohorsecouncil.com
22 S. 4th Ave. Ste. 106, Brighton, CO 80601
303 292-4981

Colorado Horse Forum

An online community committed to the well-being of horses and horse enthusiasts in Colorado. coloradohorseforum.com

Colorado Horse Rescue (CHR)

In addition to rescuing horses, CHR also provides: Equine Crisis Assistance Program. Small short-term grants are available for horse feed and care to horse owners experiencing temporary hardship financial, illness, injury, or natural disaster. Surrender Program. Accepts surrendered horses from responsible horse owners who have suffered a catastrophic life event and find that they are unable to care for their horse(s).
www.CHR.org
info@chr.org
720 494-1414
10386 N 65th St. Longmont, CO 80503

Colorado Horse Rescue Network

Maintains a statewide network of foster homes and transporters for neglected, abused or slaughter bound. In addition CHRN offers a time limited “Buy Out” a program for horse owners who need to surrender an unwanted or at risk horses for foster placement, rehabilitation, training and adoption.
720 270-5197
www.coloradohorserescuenetwork.com

Colorado Unwanted Horse Alliance (CUHA)

Provides emergency funding for horse training, gelding, humane euthanasia, special equipment, hay, medical assistance, or boarding. Also sponsors Equidopt a data base of horse rescues and other organizations that promote responsible horse ownership.
www.counwantedhorse.org
info@counwantedhorse.org
720 598-CUHA (2842)

Humane Society of Colorado

Offers advocacy, and education on horse welfare and care. Website contains guidelines on horse care, resources for making a humane end of life decision for your horse, and information on equine rescue and emergency response. See Facebook page for information directly related to Colorado. Aubyn Royall, Colorado State Director
coloradohumane.org
www.facebook.com/HSUSColorado
Email address: Colorado@hsus.org
303 669-4021

Jefferson County Horse Council (JCHC)

JCHC is an all-volunteer organization dedicated to advocacy for and promotion and protection of horses. JCHC works to keep members informed about relevant equine issues in Jefferson County. Their website has an abundance of information on all things horsey in Jeffco. Search the internet for horse councils specific to your county.
www.jeffcohorse.com
info@jeffcohorse.com
P.O Box 1177, Golden, CO 80402

Rocky Mountain Horse Rescue

Local horse rescue also provides free use of rescue slings and equipment to anyone in need.
http://www.rockymountainhorserescue.org
Contact Bini Abbott
303 424-0037
9190 Alkire St. Arvada, CO 80005