As a not-for-profit organization, Crane Mountain Valley Horse Rescue, Inc. is funded by donations. Some of these donations come from horse adoptions.
All horses have been evaluated by a vet, are up to date on vaccinations, coggins test and dental care. Their hooves are trimmed every six weeks, they are wormed every six weeks on rotation, they are handled daily and have good ground manners. Most are started under saddle, and some are fully trained. The amount of training varies per horse, and the adoption fees increase the more training we put into them.
The link to download an adoption application can be found at the bottom of this page. Call (518-962-8512) or e-mail (horses@cmvhr.org) for more information.
Pops - Pops is a 20 something Belgian Draft Cross who came to us in May 2010 after having been shot with a high power rifle through the back and starved to about 60% of his body weight. The gunshot wounds have healed and he has gained some 400 pounds. See the "Horse Shot" page for more information.
Pops is currently property of the State of New York as part of an open animal cruelty investigation, but the state is not footing the bills for his care and recovery. Contributions to help Pops can be sent to: CMVHR, 7556 NYS Route 9N, Westport, NY 12993. As a 501c3 public charity, donations are tax-deductible. 94% goes directly to the care of the animals. The other 6% goes to things like newsletters, website administration, and fundraising. Our program is funded by donations from individuals, foundations and corporations. We don't receive any state or federal funding, and though approved by the ASPCA as an animal welfare organization, we do not receive funding from the ASPCA for our work. We can't do what we do without the support of people like you.
Houdin and Shoe - These two lovely geldings have been together since 1992. They're dad lost his job recently, and with 3 human children to care for, he had to make the heartbreaking decision to let his two equine friends go. He simply can't feed everyone. He would really like them to stay together, if possible, but the most important thing is for us to find them a wonderful, loving home as quickly as we can. They are about 26 years old, in good health, and rideable. This is where helping horses and helping people go hand-in-hand.
Silver - ADOPTION PENDING - - Silver is a cremelo gelding. He is about 18 years old and rides English and Western. He was rescued from slaughter, is about 15 hands, and an easy keeper. He loves to wear a Santa hat at Christmas time and pose for the camera. Adoption fee: $500.
Mazy - Mazy is an 8 year old, dapple grey mare. She is 15.2-15.3 hands, absolutely gorgeous, healthy and sound. She is affectionate, people-oriented, and good with other horses. She has great potential for the show ring or the trails. Adoption fee: $1,000.
Zanabar's Enchanted Forest - "Zephyr" - ADOPTED - Zephyr is an appendix quarterhorse gelding. He was born April 2007. His mother is a registered paint mare and his father is a registered foundation quarterhorse out of Zanabar Jack. Zephyr is compact size and won't be very tall, so best suited for a smaller rider.
He round pens nicely and has been started under saddle. He's quiet and good natured -- a little puppy-dog like -- an in-your-pocket kind of guy. He has amazing potential for someone who wants a young horse with whom they can build a lasting partnership. His coloring is liver chestnut with red highlights in his mane and tail and a star or cross on the tip of his nose. Adoption fee: $750.
Hita - Hita is an 18 year old Colonial Spanish mustang. She is about 15.1 hands tall, and one of only 3,000 of her genetically unique breed left in the world.Colonial Spanish horses are known for their versatility, intelligence, and natural beauty. Hita is no exception. Though she is trained under saddle and has been ridden, she is timid and would do best as a companion horse. Adoption donation: $100. Silver and Hita are very good friends. If someone is willing to keep take Silver and Hita together, there would be no charge for Hita.
Pocketful of Posies - Poesy is a 16 year old Trakehener mare. Poesy suffered a stroke in the summer of 2009. Fast action by our local veterinarian, along with Poesy's heart
and strong will, saved her. She now
suffers from seizure disorder and arthritis. She is not available for adoption and will live out her days with us until the quality of her
life leads us to the very difficult decision to let her go over the
rainbow bridge.
Pelham Bay
- Pelham is an older warmblood cross, former grand champion event
horse. He came to our farm in 2002 when his owner was diagnosed with
AIDS and could no longer care for him. Pelham has navicular changes as a
result of years of competitive jumping and wears corrective shoes.
Pelham
is one of our program horses and is not available for adoption. He is the star for our education and outreach programs with
children, adults and those with special needs. In 2005, Pelham entered the show ring
after a 4-year "vacation" with one of our youth volunteers
aboard. She began working with Pelham two years prior when she was just
6 years old, learning basic horse care and discovering her naturally,
gifted riding skills. The two of them were Champions in the Essex
County fair that year. In 2010, she took him to summer camp for two
weeks. He loves to be fussed over and really enjoys his job here at the farm.
Jed and Buttons - ADOPTED. Jed and Buttons are in desperate need of a home and it would be great if they could be placed together. Their young owner was tragically killed in an automobile accident and the family asked for our help placing them. Currently, a neighbor is caring for them. They are located in Vermont. Please call 518-962-8512 or e-mail horses@cmvhr.org if you are interested or willing to help them.
Dzuinka - (pronounced "Joon-ka") is a 10
year old Thoroughbred mare. Dziunka is sensitive,
intelligent, spirited, energetic, generous, and willing. She would make
a great riding horse, broodmare, or companion horse. Her owner died
unexpectedly and the family is looking to place her. She is located in
NJ. Please contact CMVHR at horses@cmvhr.org or 518-962-8512 for more
information.
Blackie - ADOPTED - Blackie is an 8 year old quarterhorse-paint gelding. He 's 15.1-15.2 hands and has a wonderful disposition. He is affectionate and people oriented. He's built like a tank and gets along well with other horses. He's an easy keeper with no vices. Blackie is sound, healthy and ready to go. Though he is green with limited time under saddle, he is very willing, a quick study, easy-going, and has great potential for anything. Adoption fee: $1200.
Just Letitgo Louie - ADOPTED - "Louie" is a 6 year old, unraced thoroughbred gelding who was donated by a caring breeder when his racing times were determined to be too slow for racing success. He has a very sweet disposition and enjoys working. He's very willing and easy going. Louie is 16.2 hands and has potential for anything: dressage, the show ring, or the trails. He is currently being ridden by an instructor who is teaching lessons aboard him, riding side-by-side with the young woman she is teaching. Louie is sound and healthy and ready to go. Adoption fee: $800.
ADOPTION APPLICATION - click link below for an application to send e-mail or snail mail
