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Fresh Start Horse Rescue

Animal rescue in Dolores, CO

Fresh Start Horse Rescue is an all-volunteer, family-run, 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and a Colorado nonprofit corporation. We have been rescuing horses since 2005.
Our mission is to provide a fresh start for horses that are unwanted, abused, in danger of sale for slaughter or simply in a situation where their loving owners can no longer take care of them. We rescue, rehabilitate, re-socialize, care for, train and find permanent homes for all breeds of horses, and we have a special interest in abused mustangs.

Contact Amanda Ryan
Email freshstart@happyryan.com
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17390 CR 23
Dolores, CO 81323
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17390 CR 23

Dolores, CO 81323

Adoptable pets at Fresh Start Horse Rescue

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The Four Corners Area:
SW Colorado
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and all of Colorado

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Fees: negotiable from $200 to $1500 or hay donation of equivalent value. Minimum fee: $200
Adopters must visit and interact with their chosen horse at Fresh Start at least three times before adoption. Adopter is responsible for pre-purchase vet check if desired. Adopter must sign a statement of commitment and provide veterinary and personal references. Fresh Start must conduct a site visit prior to adoption. Adopters should expect follow-up calls and/or visits from Fresh Start volunteers.
Detailed information is on our Web site.

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Pets at shelters & rescues near Fresh Start Horse Rescue

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2791 E. Main,
Cortez, CO 81321

Blackhat Humane Society

Durango, CO 81302

La Plata County Humane Society

1111 South Camino Del Rio,
Durango, CO 81303

We'll also keep you updated on Tash's adoption status with email updates.
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Tash

American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, 7 yrs
Durango, CO
We'll also keep you updated on Rone's adoption status with email updates.
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Rone

Australian Shepherd/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 3 yrs 8 mos
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We'll also keep you updated on Poppy's adoption status with email updates.
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Poppy

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, 10 mos
Durango, CO
We'll also keep you updated on Hank's adoption status with email updates.
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Hank

American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, 1 yr 9 mos
Durango, CO
We'll also keep you updated on Sassafras-Feral's adoption status with email updates.
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Sassafras-Feral

Domestic Longhair

Male, 8 mos
Durango, CO
We'll also keep you updated on Dobby's adoption status with email updates.
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Dobby

German Shepherd Dog

Male, 8 mos
Durango, CO

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