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Colorado Horse Rescue Launches HorseAlert in California to Facilitate Equine Evacuations

Colorado Horse Rescue (CHR) expands its lifesaving HorseAlert system to California to help horse owners evacuate safely during natural disasters. This free, community-powered platform connects horse owners in need with volunteer trailer drivers.



How HorseAlert Works:

  • Horse owners and drivers can sign up for free at horsealert.org.
  • Modeled after widely used rideshare apps, HorseAlert connects those in need of evacuation with local drivers who are prepared to assist.

Why It Matters



When disaster strikes, horse owners are often left scrambling to find evacuation assistance through social media posts, which can lead to chaos on the roads. While the equine community’s generosity is unwavering, these disorganized responses result in unnecessary traffic, which delays evacuations, wastes valuable time, and endangers both human and animal lives. HorseAlert creates an organized, efficient way to evacuate horses, reducing traffic and chaos.

We Need Your Help

  • Trailer drivers: Join now to be texted when horses in your area need to be evacuated.
  • Horse owners: Register now to be ready when disaster strikes.

Tips for Horse Owners:

  • Evacuate early to avoid delays.
  • Practice loading your horse into a trailer.
  • Have emergency supplies ready.

About Colorado Horse Rescue

Founded in 1986, Colorado Horse Rescue is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that works continuously to reimagine what’s possible and create a reality where safe solutions exist for every horse.
Learn more at www.chr.org.

— Edited Press Release

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