A magical sanctuary that is home to ~100 equines, nestled in the western Catskill Mountains, three hours and a world away from New York City..
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The Sanctuary
The Horses
At Rosemary Farm, the ~100 horses live in dynamic natural environments, in herd groups, creating vital bonds that are honored and protected.
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Donate, Sponsor, Visit, Volunteer, Adopt
Come be a part of Rosemary Farm!
Rosemary Farm Sanctuary is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, founded in 2012, to rescue equines in need and protect them for life. One of the largest facilities in the Northeast, there are over 100 equines in residence at this magical mountain home, located three hours and a world away from New York City.
“Sanctuary” is the primary essential quality offered to every equine welcomed. Rescued from slaughter, abuse, neglect or homelessness, each one receives comprehensive medical care, daily interaction with humans, basic gentling for safety, and detailed attention to their individual health and happiness. Compassion is a guiding principle as each life is nurtured, valued, and loved. Verified by the Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries, Rosemary Farm prides itself on quality, ethical, long-term care. Nearly one-third of the residents have enjoyed over a decade of quality life here. A select few are adopted, if it is the right direction for the equine, and under strict terms of contract.
At Rosemary Farm, horses live in dynamic natural environments, in herd groups, creating vital family bonds that are honored and protected, and providing visitors a rare opportunity to see large bands of horses running free across a mountain.
Rosemary Farm Sanctuary is ‘where horses get to be horses’.
Become a Monthly Donor
Monthly Donors are the foundation on which Rosemary Farm stands. Whether you send $5 or $50 each month, being able to count on your steady and continuous support for daily operations makes it easier to push boundaries in care or step up for the next horse in need. Be part of the magic with a donation that makes a difference every single day.
Help Fill the Hay Loft
Rosemary Farm supplements grazing with hay year round, to ease pressure on fields and for optimal digestion. Buying straight off the field, from nearby farms cutting the same mixed grass the horses eat here, saves money, but prices have more than doubled and hay is the largest annual expense. Help fill the hay loft with a one-time or recurring donation!
All the Ways to Get Involved
Donate. Sponsor. Volunteer. Visit. Share. Shop. Adopt. There are many ways to get involved with Rosemary Farm and make a difference for the horses. Whether you are donating funds, giving time, or sharing the Sanctuary with others, every supporter matters. Choose the relationship that works for you! And thank you!
Rosemary Farm Sanctuary would like to acknowledge the many talented photographers who have graciously allowed the use their images throughout this website, including Carien Schippers of ImagEquine and Katie Orlinsky of National Geographic, founder Dawn Robyn, as well as numerous friends, visitors and staff.