Surrendering A Horse to Colorado Horse Rescue

Horses come to Colorado Horse Rescue from many different sources; however, a large number of our horses are owner surrenders. These horses are turned over by owners who can no longer care for them. Surrendering your horse can be a very difficult decision to make, and we respect that. We are happy to answer questions you may have to help you make an informed decision.   

You have decided that you need to surrender your horse – what now?

The first step in the surrender process is to complete and submit a surrender application.  Once we receive your application, we will contact you regarding our current space & financial availability.

You may submit your application via:

• e-mail: info@chr.org   
• Fax: 720-494-1415 or
• US Post:  Colorado Horse Rescue, 10386 N. 65th Street, Longmont, Colorado 80503.

If we are able to accept your horse into our program the following information/documentation must be provided prior to intake:

• Completed Surrender Application

• $350.00 surrender fee payable by cash or check

• Proof of Current Vaccinations

• Current Proof of Negative Coggins Test

• Current Health Certificate

• Completed Veterinarian Release form

• Brand Certificate transferring ownership to Colorado Horse Rescue

• Horses registration paperwork

• Transportation to be provided by owner