White Bird Appaloosa Horse Rescue

Equine Rehabilitation: Includes veterinary care, farrier work, medical supplementation and health care items. Rescue horses arrive in a variety of conditions - elderly, starved, unsound, and with a range of medical problems. In 2024 the rescue continued to care for the remaining 3 of the 2014 unhandled horses, and provide long term care for sanctuary horses, as well as taking in new horses from a variety of sources. The expenses show a rise of 20% for this service compared to 2022, and puts it ahead of Hay and Feed as the most expensive item. Medicine and veterinary costs have once again risen, with a greater proportion of emergency call outs experienced. The rescue has worked with its veterinary to use generic drugs wherever possible. The total includes rehabilitative care and end of life euthanasia when necessary.

Equine Housing: Horses are large, strong animals that are rough on infrastructure such as shelters and fences. The repair and upkeep of facilities and equipment to keep them usable and safe is an ongoing expense. The substantial increase in the cost of this service over 2023 reflects a more demanding year for maintenance and repair.

Maintaining clean living quarters is of particular importance when dealing with elder equines and equines with medical problems. Keeping a good quality bedding for stalls entails a regular supply of clean, dry shavings. These additional services also include utilities. The cost compared to 2023 has increased slightly, with good housekeeping keeping utility bills and bedding costs within budget.