Howey Horse Haven (Visited)

         

          Howey Horse Haven Rescue is a horse rescue located in Howey in the Hills, Florida.  They were contacted a couple of days ago by me, and have graciously responded with the information I requested.

          First, let me say CONGRATULATIONS to them for being awarded with one of the first Top-Rated Awards of 2014 through Great Non-Profits.  That is a huge achievement and I applaud them for it!

          Now, down to the nitty-gritty.  Howey Horse Haven Rescue aka HHHR is located at 22109 N Buckhill Rd Howey in the Hills, Florida 34737.  They are currently open to the public on Saturdays from 8am-2pm, unless it is posted differently on their page.  You can contact them via email or by phone at 352-223-8761.  They also boast a very active Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn with numerous updates and information about the day to day activities at HHHR.  

HHHR has an Adopt-A-Pet and are an approved shelter through them for 2014.  If you are looking for their current adoptions, however, I would recommend checking their website or their Facebook first.

          As far as facilities go, HHHR maintains their grounds very well.  They are always looking for ways to make the horses more at ease.  Add that in with the fundraising events that they hold for the rescue and I am willing to bet that they take great pride in their facilities and the way they are maintained.  

          If you are looking for somewhere to volunteer in Lake County, this is a solid option.  HHHR's volunteers work diligently to provide the proper love and care required to give their intakes a fair chance at a good life.  To volunteer, click here to inquire about their requirements and volunteer availabilities or email them by clicking here.

          Currently, HHHR has 6 horses/ponies available for adoption that I can find.  Smarty, a palomino gelding, is my favorite by far!  He came in to HHHR severely underweight and went through a long recovery process, but he has bounced back and is now the sweetheart of the rescue.  To review a copy of their adoption contract, please click here.

          At this point in time, I am waiting for the rescue's 990 (tax form) showing their monetary income, donations, and operating costs.  However, I am fairly certain that they are going to get this information to me as soon as possible.  In the meantime, if you would like to donate to HHHR, you can do so by clicking this.  Also, the following is a list of items that HHHR could really use:

Alfalfa Cubes 

Alfalfa Hay 

Beet Pulp Bran

Care and Compassion

Commitment

Donations 

Feed Buckets 

Fly Masks 

Fly Spray 

Halters 

Lead Ropes 

Love

Senior Feed 

Sponsors 

Supplements 

Volunteers 

Dewormers 

Wound Care

If you are able to donate any of these items, please contact HHHR via email or phone and let them know you would like to send them some supplies!  I'm sure the horses and the staff would appreciate any donations made!

          Overall, HHHR checks out to be a very attentive and helpful rescue.  They seem to have the horse's well being in mind in everything they do and they go the distance to ensure that the horses in their care do not go without.  If you have time to volunteer, are looking for a new member for your herd, or just want to plan a good Saturday outing, HHHR is one of the places you have to choose from!