Looking to rehome an ISPCA rescued horse, pony or donkey?
Thank you for contacting the ISPCA about re-homing an equine from the ISPCA National Animal Centre, Longford or Equine Rescue Centre, Mallow.
We have several equines that are available and looking for good homes. Some will have special needs due to their age or ongoing health conditions, and some won’t be capable of being ridden but will make a great companion.
We have certain criteria for rehoming an equine below and we would be delighted to discuss your application with you.
Many of our equines have been rescued from cruel and neglectful situations, some are very nervous, or have behavioural problems and some have ongoing chronic health issues. ISPCA staff and volunteers spend time each day handling each horse, pony or donkey and treat them for any injuries.Once they have finished their rehabilitation programme at our Centres, we find kind new homes where their needs will be met in their perfect new homes.
Each individual equine has specific requirements so wereview each application based on their needs. This will involve a home visit, and if your application is approved, you can spend time at the Centre.
We do not ask for a specific donation when rehoming one of our equines, but if you rehomean equine capable of being ridden and bring on, we would ask for a suitable donation to help us with our work. Most equines have been with us for an extensive length of time until they are well enough to go to their new homes. Substantial costs would have been incurred by the charity bringing these neglected, abused and cruelly treated animals back to health. 90% of our funds is received from members of the public through donations and gifts in wills.
The homes we seek for the equines in our care is a strong commitment to care for the horse, pony or donkey and understanding of animal welfareensuring their needs are met.
It is unlikely than any of our equines will be suitable for novice riders or children with inexperienced parents.
We require that a stable or field shelter be available, even if they live out. Stabling must be safe, and large enough for the animals that use it. Grazing must be sufficient for all the equines, or facilities provided for feeding out. We also require safe fencing like electric fencing, secure high hedges, trees, walls, post and rails etc. Barbed wire is not acceptable. Straight wire and sheep wire need to be protected by electric fencing inside, to prevent equines getting their legs caught. A daily supply of fresh water must be provided in stables and when grazing. Equines may not be tethered.
We require a sound understanding and experience of stable management, equine health and veterinary care is necessary. Willingness to learn and be guided by our staff is acceptable with some animals. A commitment to follow a regular routine of vaccination, worming, farrier and equine dental care together with any specific routine for an individual equine (for example: ability to manage laminitic ponies, sweet itch, arthritis etc) A commitment to provide necessary veterinary and nursing care should the equine become injured or sick. If fostering an untrained equine, or a riding out, you will need to demonstrate your handling ability. A commitment to giving the equine a dignified ending when its quality of life has deteriorated, where a veterinary surgeon recommends euthanasia, in consultation with the ISPCA, except in emergency situations.
We ask that no equine will be re-homed to be kept on its own. Equines are heard animals and needthe suitable company of at least one other equine.
The ISPCA always maintains ownership of all equines rehomed.
The ISPCA retains the right to repossess the equine, if the terms of the rehoming agreement is not being adhered to, or if we have any other concerns about the care of the equine. The ISPCA is always here to provide advice and answer any questions or concerns.
ISPCA equines cannot be used for hunting live quarry, hire and reward or breeding. With far too many unwanted equines in the country; we are not adding to the problemby allowing rescue mares to breed.
The full terms of our rehoming agreement are available from our staff at both Centres.
ISPCA Equine Rescue CentreISPCA National Animal Centre
DromsligoDerryglogher, Keenagh
MallowCo. Longford
Co. CorkN39X 257
Tel: (022) 43218Tel: (043) 33 25035 (0)
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