Anyone wanting to adopt or foster a horse, donkey, pony or mule from Throwaway Ponies must complete an application that includes references. Then the property where the animal will live is inspected by a TaPs volunteer. We try to insure that the people/equine combination is a good match. For instance, we wouldn't allow a novice to adopt a horse needing an expert handler.
Once the adoption/foster is approved, a TaPs volunteer will come see the equines to be sure they are being taken care of. This may be done every six months. If at any time the TaPs volunteer deems the equine is being abused or neglected, steps will be taken to insure the animal is taken care of. This might include re-education or asking the family to relinquish the horse back to TaPs.
If an adopter can no longer care for an animal, they need to be returned to Throwaway Ponies, another rescue, or adopted by another approved family.
Adopting an Equine from Throwaway Ponies (TaPs)
At Throwaway Ponies, we want our horses to be adopted to a "forever" home. Therefore, we want a good fit between horse and family. We want to know what you expect from the equine and how you plan to use it. Then we can help you choose which one will fit with your goals. Horses are even available on a trial basis once a home is approved.
Types of horses available:
1. Fully rideable - we rarely get these, but do occasionally. Some can be ridden by experienced riders only.
2. Green broke - can be ridden by experienced rider, but will improve with training and may be suitable for a novice rider once trained.
3. Companion - good to put with another horse or get 2 as "yard art". Not to be ridden.
4. Trainable - no or little training, but you can train or hire a trainer
We ask for 3 references from your veterinarian, friend, and horse professional (if you know one). Please ask them to mail back the recommendation form.
We will come inspect your property for water source, shelter, fencing (barbed wire on over 10 ac only for safety reasons). Horses do not like to be stalled, but they must have shade and shelter from the wind and rain.
We will inspect the horses in 6 months, 12 months and then annually or ask you to email us photos.
Horses must be adequately fed and have current Coggins test and regular (at least every 8 weeks) farrier care.
If the TaPs representative does not feel you are adequately caring for the horse, we will make recommendations that must be followed or you must surrender the horse.
If you move, you must let TaPs know your new location. If you can no longer care for the equine, you must return it to TaPs. If someone you know wants the horse, they must be approved by TaPs, but will be given first consideration if they are approved.
Equines may also be fostered. The process is the same, but there is no adoption fee. However, if someone else wants to adopt the equine, they will be given that opportunity. All foster expenses are tax deductable.
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