Horses for Adoption

Horses Available for Adoption

Yearlings:

These young horses are halter-started and eager to learn. If you’re looking to build a bond and train a horse from the ground up, ask about our available yearlings!

Geldings:

Dusty

Meet Dusty – Looking for His Perfect Partner!

Dusty is a 9-year-old bay gelding with a sharp mind and a big personality! This boy is quick on his feet and always ready to go—he thrives when he has a job to do. While he can be a little impatient and likes to be the boss, with consistent time and leadership, he will learn to trust and respect his person.

Dusty is not for a beginner, but if you’re an experienced horse person looking for a partner who’s smart, athletic, and eager to work, he could be your perfect match! With the right guidance, Dusty has the potential to excel in a working or performance setting.

Could you be the one to give Dusty a job and a forever home? Contact us today to learn more about this handsome guy!

Indiana

Meet Indiana – A Smart & Willing Partner!

Indiana is a 5 year old bay Gelding. He is over 15 hands high. Indiana is on site again after being gone a little while. He is doing really well in his daily handling and is learning to trust us. He will excel with further training and daily handling.

This horse is a very quick learner!

Ivan

Meet Ivan – Sensitive Gelding Looking for His Person!

Ivan is a 5-year-old light bay gelding with a curious but cautious nature. He thrives on consistency and would do best with an experienced handler who can continue building his trust and confidence.

Halter broke and walks well on the lead
Leads into a tie stall daily for food and grooming
Good conformation and an easy keeper
Gets along well with other horses and integrates easily into new herds

Jesse

Meet Jesse – The Horse Who Wants to Be Boss… Until He Doesn’t!

Jesse dreams of being the leader of the herd, but sometimes, he realizes that being in charge is a lot of work! He’ll start off bold and confident, ready to take the lead—until he notices that keeping everyone in line is exhausting! That’s when he happily steps back and lets someone else do the hard work.

Jesse is a spirited, and intelligent gelding who thrives with a handler who can give him clear guidance and structure. He enjoys challenges, learning, and a good scratch, making him a great partner for someone who appreciates a horse with a little personality and a lot of heart.

Kirk

Meet Kirk – The Ultimate Ladies’ Man Looking for His Forever Home!

If you’re looking for a handsome, affectionate, and charming gelding, Kirk is your guy! This sweet boy loves attention, a good scratch, and a snuggle—he’ll be your best friend in no time.

Kirk is the type of horse who wins hearts wherever he goes. Whether he’s leaning in for a cuddle or soaking up the spotlight, he’s always ready to steal the show. But don’t be fooled—behind that flirtatious personality is a horse who’s looking for a genuine bond with his perfect match.

Available Soon

King

Meet King – A Horse Who Lives Up to His Name!

Some horses have presence, and King is one of them. Confident, strong, and full of character, he carries himself like true royalty. Whether he’s surveying his surroundings or striding across the pasture, he knows exactly who he is—and expects his humans to know it too!
King is looking for a partner who respects his leadership but can also guide him with patience and consistency. If you’re searching for a horse with intelligence, presence, and just the right amount of regal charm, King might be your perfect match.

Kirk

Meet Kirk – The Ultimate Ladies’ Man Looking for His Forever Home!

If you’re looking for a handsome, affectionate, and charming gelding, Kirk is your guy! This sweet boy loves attention, a good scratch, and a snuggle—he’ll be your best friend in no time.

Jazz

Meet Jazz – The Horse Who Knows What He Wants

If there’s one thing Jazz is great at, it’s expressing himself—especially when it’s time to eat! This charming gelding isn’t shy about letting you know when he’s ready for a snack.

Jazz is a horse with personality and confidence, making him a fun and engaging partner for the right person. He thrives with someone who listens as much as he does—because trust us, Jazz has plenty to say!

Mares:

Dora

Jewels

Jade

Geldings with a Solid Foundation

Adoption Application

WHOAS has an adoption application that will allow us to assure that wild horses that are available for adoption will go to suitable homes. The individuals adopting horses by filling out the application will show that they have the proper facilities and knowledge of horses to provide a forever loving home.

Please click on the attached .pdf file which can be downloaded. All interested parties should contact us to arrange a time to come and visit the horses at our rescue/handling facility which is west of Sundre, AB. Here you will have an opportunity to learn about our gentling techniques in order that there will be a safe transition to their new homes.

Click here to fill out an adoption application

Name

Mailing Address

Phone Number

Why do you want to adopt a wild horse? What age and sex of wild horse would you be able to adopt?

Tell us about your circumstances: Do you now own any other horses? How much land do you have? Is there shelter, access to water and feed? Please include your Premise Identification Number (PIN).

Adopting a wild horse is a huge commitment. Do you have the time, finances and skill to work with and maintain a horse? You must be able to spend consistent, extensive time with your horse. Can you commit to care for your horse for its lifetime?

How would you rate your horse expertise and knowledge? Are you able to train your horse, or do you have a trainer whom you trust to work with you and your horse? If you have previous horse experiences, please provide a brief summary.

Describe the types of fences and paddocks you currently have for housing your horses, including where you will be housing your wild horse. Please send us a photograph to whoas.acres@gmail.com.

Please provide us with any additional information you feel may help WHOAS in approving your application. Any information you provide will remain confidential.

Horses adopted from WHOAS are released on condition that they never be sold at auction or for slaughter. All male horses will be gelded before they leave WHOAS premises.

I certify that I am over the age of 18 and that information contained in this application is true, accurate and complete. Further, I am not acting as an agent for another person or group.

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