Mylestone Equine Rescue, located in New Jersey, is the state's oldest all-breed horse rescue, saving horses for more than 20 years. Mylestone's horses are chosen from among the toughest cases -- victims of neglect, starvation and cruelty, abandonments, the auction, and in most cases, those bound for slaughter. These horses are often older and/or have multiple medical issues. They arrive...
Mylestone Equine Rescue, located in New Jersey, is the state's oldest all-breed horse rescue, saving horses for more than 20 years. Mylestone's horses are chosen from among the toughest cases -- victims of neglect, starvation and cruelty, abandonments, the auction, and in most cases, those bound for slaughter. These horses are often older and/or have multiple medical issues.
They arrive at Mylestone often depressed and in great need of proper food and veterinary care. Mylestone is where they find it. They are usually vetted within 24 hours of arrival, sooner if needed, and fed whatever they need to start them on their road to health, even if that means eight small meals of mash a day. All Mylestone residents are fed four times daily for optimum health.
Perhaps most importantly, they are loved. Volunteers give them the attention they've often been missing for a long time -- kind words, gentle hands, and consistent care. Some of the horses participate in a brushing program with special needs students from three local schools. In addition, Mylestone's dedication to horses continues behind the scenes as they help place horses in need and assist other rescues.
What is characteristic of most of Mylestone's residents is that they are adoptable only as companion horses. Due to lameness, age, or ongoing medical conditions, the majority are not able to carry a rider. With the current state of the economy, adoption of companion horses has become increasingly difficult; most are becoming permanent residents.
Holiday shoppers can help care for the Mylestone horses by purchasing a Mylestone calendar -- only $15 plus $5 Priority Mail shipping. The outstanding photography by Rein Photography/Jennifer Wenzel shows the rescue horses at their finest. Find ordering details at www.mylestone.org.
Or show your love for your recipient and the rescue horses with a unique present, a Mylestone Gift Sponsorship for donations of $35 or more. The recipient of your gift will receive a holiday photo card, a certificate of sponsorship, a short biography of their rescue horse and, of course, that you have sent this wonderful gift. Gift sponsorships must be received by Dec. 15 to guarantee delivery before the holidays.
For more information, visit mylestone.org.
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