21 or older

Be physically able to care for a horse

Have the financial means to care for the horse for a lifetime

NEVER been the subject of any convictions, charges, and/or association or suspicion of involvement with any form of animal cruelty, nor placing a horse in the care of a person with such a history

Have equine knowledge and skills. Experience and/or expertise with retired racehorses is desired

Understand the use and limits of horses in general, and those of particular horses being adopted

Must provide consistent and timely routine horse care, including annual vaccinations, dental care, farrier/blacksmith care, and veterinary care as needed