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Help and advice for horses

From adopting a horse to essential advice, find everything you need here.

Blue Cross began in 1897 as a charity for horses working on the streets of London. Since then, we've expanded our services for horses and their keepers. From finding horses a loving new home to supporting owners through loss, take a look at the expertise and care we can offer.

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Rehome a horse

If you can offer a horse or pony a loving new home, we’d love to hear from you. There's always a wide range of horses looking for a new home. But if you can’t find the right match for you, speak to our rehoming team who will find a horse to suit your experience and lifestyle. 

Horses available for rehoming


 

Finding your horse a new home

If you need to find your horse a loving new home, no matter the reason, we offer support without judgement. Our expert team will assess your horse’s needs to find them the right home.

More on rehoming your horse 


 

A Blue Cross groom kneels down beside a small chestnut pony. The pony is leaning in to sniff the groom's hand.

Volunteer with horses

If you’re interested in making a difference to the lives of our horses and ponies, we offer a range of volunteer roles to suit your experience. From hands-on to home-based roles, you’ll be supported by a passionate team to help you develop your skills in all areas of horse care and behaviour.

More on volunteering with horses 

Horse advice

Take a look at our horse advice, written and approved by our horse welfare experts.

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