Rehoming a racehorse is a careful process centred on the horse’s long-term welfare. In addition, this page gives you information about horses currently being considered for rehoming, the application process and how to contact us about gifting a horse to the charity. For example, some horses remain in our care for life; others may become ready for a new home after appropriate assessment, rehabilitation, retraining and veterinary checks. Therefore, we consider each horse individually and seek a home able to meet their needs.

How to apply for racehorse rehoming

Apply

First, choose a horse listed on this page and read the profile carefully. Then, complete the contact form at the bottom of the page to register your interest.

Application review

Next, our team reviews your form. In some cases, your experience and proposed home may suit the horse. Therefore, we will contact you about the assessment process. Secondly, we will explain each step and provide the relevant documents.

Meet the horse

Then, we invite suitable applicants to meet the horse at the Centre. For example, the visit helps you get to know each other and allows our team to understand your experience.

Home visit

After that, a team member visits the proposed home. As a result, the visit checks whether the site can meet the horse’s needs safely.

Rehoming paperwork

Finally, successful applicants sign a Rehoming Agreement. In addition, we ask for consent to process any special categories of personal data needed to monitor and support the rehoming. Therefore, once everyone agrees and completes the paperwork, the horse can move to the new home.

Racehorse rehoming FAQs

  • Will I own the horse?
    No; RRC retains ownership so that we can protect the horse if your circumstances change.
  • Will my horse come with tack and rugs?
    No, because the charity cannot provide the tack, rugs or other equipment your horse may need.
  • Can you deliver the horse to me?
    Yes; if needed, we may be able to arrange transport in return for a donation. Therefore, please discuss availability and details with the team.
  • Do you charge a rehoming fee?
    Yes; the fee contributes to the charity’s work and ongoing horse care. In addition, each profile shows the applicable amount, and the team will discuss it with you during the process.

Before you apply

First, consider the time and daily care that a former racehorse may need. Next, check that your grazing, stabling and fencing suit the individual horse. In addition, plan for feed, insurance, veterinary care, dentistry and farrier visits. Moreover, keep a separate budget for unexpected costs. However, do not choose a horse from a photograph alone. Instead, read the whole profile and discuss your experience honestly. Because every horse is different, the team may suggest a different match. Therefore, keep an open mind during the assessment. Finally, make sure that everyone involved in the horse’s care understands the long-term commitment. Therefore, discuss the plan with everyone before applying. Consequently, you can identify any practical concerns early.

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    Applications open for rehoming

    Lord

    Gelding

    Bay

    Age 6yrs

    Basic

    17.2hh

    Experienced

    Lord arrived from his trainer with front tendon injuries. Injuries like these are career ending for a racehorse, his chances of survival rested with us to rehome him and take on the difficult slow road to recovery. This entailed months of box rest and careful handling. Lord is now on the road to full recovery and the next chapter of rehabilitation and training for the next adventure in his life.

    Lord is a very active gelding and is inquisitive about all his surroundings. He is bold and at times strong when being handled, however his nature is very kind and loving and his manners are a joy. He has the makings of being a great horse.

     

    Annie

    Mare

    Dark Bay

    Age 14yrs 

    All Rounder

    17.2h

    Competent Rider

    Similarly, Annie previously enjoyed hacking and jumping while on long-term loan. However, her carer became ill, so Annie had more than a year away from work. First, the team helped her regain weight and condition. Therefore, the team will assess her carefully before any restart.

    Vinnie

    Gelding

    Chestnut

    Age 14yrs

    Happy Hacker

    17hh

    Competent Rider

    Finally, Vinnie takes part in our equine-assisted activities. Meanwhile, he has spent some time away from ridden work, although he previously offered a steady ride. Therefore, when he returns to the Centre, the team will assess him before planning any return to work.