We are committed to breaking the auction to kill-pen cycle. MSER volunteers are dedicated to rehabbing and training our horses so they are ready for their perfect home.
Meet the animals that have completed our training program and are ready to be adopted below!
Phoenix
Age: 16-17
Gender: Mare
Breed: Grade
Height: 14.1hh
Adopter Level Needed: Confident Intermediate
Adoption fee: $2,000
Love trails? We’ve got your gal! Phoenix is solid in her basics, including all three gaits, backing, and transitions on a loose rein, and is starting to get a few fancier buttons.
She is riding sound, loads easily, and stands for the farrier. She likes to move out on
trails but can have difficulty standing still. She would do best not housed in a small stall since she has a tendency to stock up in her hind legs.
Because she is still on the green side, we are looking for an intermediate rider for her to continue to build her confidence with consistency. She can be cinchy and she will sometimes test new riders, for example, with an occasional buck into the lope.
Phoenix tends towards the dominant side. She does well with horses that acknowledge this and give her space when she asks for it, but doesn’t do as well in close company with other dominant horses.
Phoenix is our endearing “Crabby Patty” — she may sometimes seem a little cranky on the surface, but she’s a lot of fun to work with and go out on trails with when you build a trusting partnership!
See below for information about our adoption process!
How to Adopt
1
Contact us
Fill out and submit an adoption interest form below. This will get the process started!
2
Get to Know You
We will contact you by phone so that you can ask any questions, and we can talk further about your prior experience with animals, your goals for an adopted animal, and plan for care. This helps us find the best forever home for our animals. We will also ask for two references whom we can contact regarding your experience with animals.
3
Meet
Our board of directors evaluates all applicants for adoption. We will schedule a meet-and-greet with the adopter we feel will be the best match for a given animal. This will take place at our Laramie, Wyoming location. A demonstration of the animal and a riding evaluation, if applicable, is typically involved in this step.
4
Adopt
If you and the animal feel compatible together, you will receive a contract to fill out and sign. This is also when the full adoption fee is due. We will typically provide a Coggins certificate (horses) and will make arrangements for the brand inspector to come out when you pick up your animal (if applicable). Health certificates, if needed, can also be provided upon request for an additional fee.
Enjoy your new forever friend!
Resources for Adopters
Our support doesn’t end when you arrive home with your new companion! We are always available to consult with regarding health, behavioral, care, or training issues with your horse. Other resources include:
That’s okay! We are glad you take the commitment of adopting a horse seriously. The good news is, you can still help!
