Open Gates Equine Rescue acquires abused and neglected horses by surrender or by purchase. There is a critical shortage of equine rescue organizations in Maine.  Maine has a few rescues, but all are at full capacity.

Once in Open Gate’s care, we make every effort to bring the equine back to good health. We ensure proper nutrition, medical care, and farrier services such as hoof trims and corrective shoeing. If we are successful in returning the rescued horse to health, we look for an individual or a family to adopt the horse. All adoptions take place subject to a comprehensive adoption contract that includes provisions requiring the proper care and treatment of the horse.

We estimate that approximately 80% of our time and budget are devoted to equine rescue and rehabilitation activities.

In addition to our rescue and rehabilitation activities, Open Gates also conducts ongoing educational activities

 Open Gates Equine Rescue, Inc.
407 Morse Rd.
New Gloucester, ME 04260

207-926-5570
(6 - 9 pm weekdays or anytime on weekend)

Visits by appointment only, call to schedule.