Equine Loan to Rehome

What is Loan to Rehome?

For many years the animals that come into Raystede’s equine department have always remained with us in sanctuary for the rest of their days. Horses, ponies and donkeys are a real commitment to keep, due to the care they need, and they are also one of the most expensive animals to look after. People often ask us to take their equines in, but despite our best intentions to help, it is not always possible because we have a number of our own.

In light of this, we are now making many of our equines available to be loaned out to homes as companion animals; some individually and some in pairs or small groups. Raystede will undertake assessments and home checks both before and after the loan of an equine is agreed, and after a year of loaning you can officially adopt your equine (subject to successful home checks). We will make sure they are just as loved and well cared for as they would be with us. This will then allow us to help more animals in need of space at our site. Then in time, we will hopefully be able to find homes and families for the new animals we have been able to care for and help.

Submit your application form

Please complete an application form to tell us about your home, lifestyle, experience, and the type of equine you are hoping to share your life with.