--- title: Sanctuary Foster Program --- [![Caribbean Thoroughbred Aftercare ](https://www.ctahorse.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Logos/CTA%20Logo_transparent.png?width=150&height=131&name=CTA%20Logo_transparent.png)](https://www.ctahorse.com/?hsLang=en) - [About CTA](https://www.ctahorse.com/about-us) - [Contact Us](https://www.ctahorse.com/contact-us) - [News](https://news.ctahorse.com) - [Volunteer](https://www.ctahorse.com/volunteer) - [Meet our Sponsors](https://www.ctahorse.com/sponsors-supporters) - [Corporate Sponsorship](https://www.ctahorse.com/corporate-sponsorship) - [Donating to CTA](https://www.ctahorse.com/en/donate) - [Our Watchlist](https://www.ctahorse.com/caribbean-thoroughbred-aftercare-watchlist) - [Adopt](https://www.ctahorse.com/es-pr/adopting-from-us) - [Available for Adoption](https://www.myrighthorse.org/organizations/caribbean-thoroughbred-aftercare-inc-rio-grande-pr) - [Adoption Application - English](https://www.ctahorse.com/adoption-application-english) - [Adoption Application - Spanish](https://www.ctahorse.com/es-pr/adoption-application-spanish) - [Sponsor a Sanctuary Horse](https://www.ctahorse.com/sanctuary-sponsorship-program) - [Equine Academy](https://givebutter.com/equineacademy) - [Equine Experience](https://www.ctahorse.com/equine-experiences-in-puerto-rico) - [Horse Retirement](https://www.ctahorse.com/retirado) [Donate](https://givebutter.com/caribbean-thoroughbred-aftercare) ## Become a Foster Fostering a horse from CTA is a great way to help horses and our organization. We advocate for a dignified retirement for racing thoroughbreds who have raced in Puerto Rico or the surrounding Caribbean Islands.   These horses have given their all to their owners, connections, and racing fans who love and enjoy the sport of kings; and we believe they deserve the same.  Our sanctuary horses have all been available for adoption for 6 months or more, but have not been able to find an adopter.  Fostering a sanctuary horse allows us to help more horses in need of retirement from racing.  In some cases, we're able to assist with some of the financial cost of fostering through our sponsorship program. Please connect with us directly to learn more about our foster partnership program ## About Adopting or Fostering #### Why are these horses considered "sanctuary These horses can not be ridden, and are not able to move on to other careers, as a result of past racing injuries or wear and tear. Some of our sanctuary horses also have piroplasmosis (a tick-borne disease endemic to the island)which prohibits them from traveling outside of Puerto Rico. Most of our sanctuary horses do require specialized care, such as therapeutic shoeing or joint supplements.  This can add additional costs for owners and should be a consideration. While these horses can not be ridden or go on to do other sports, we find they have so much to offer. They are great companion or nanny horses, non-ridden therapeutic horses, and even great family pets.  Thoroughbreds are very social, loyal, loving, and yearn to please their humans! We think they are a great addition to any home.  #### What are the requirements for becoming a foster? Foster's will need to provide adequate space- with appropriate fencing, and a proper diet, which includes forage and grain or a grain substitute.  Horses must have access to water and shade at all times, and we prefer with another companion.  #### How do I apply to become a foster? A thoughtful, informative response. - All - Geldings - Mares #### El Gladiador Gladiador was a rescue that we found wondering the streets of Rio Grande.  #### Master Charlie $59.99 #### Tito Discount Tito Discount #### El Concord El Concord #### Don Carlos R. Don Carlos R. Load More CARR 186 KM 26.7 El Verde Rio Grande, Puerto Rico P.O. Box 43001 | PMB 372 Rio Grande, Puerto Rico 00745 caribbeanottb@gmail.com We are proudly accredited by [Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance](https://www.thoroughbredaftercare.org/) [Follow us on Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/horserescue) [Follow us on Twitter](https://twitter.com/CaribbeanOTTB) [Subscribe to our YouTube Channel!](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEdq9Po6is34pgJK6VFxhvg) - [Home](https://www.ctahorse.com/oldhome) - [Donate](https://www.ctahorse.com/en/donate) - [Adopt](https://www.ctahorse.com/adopting-from-us) - [News + Updates](https://info.ctahorse.com/sign-up-for-our-newsletter) - [Contact Us](https://www.ctahorse.com/contact-us) **@2022 Design by [Remedy Bloom](https://www.remedybloom.com)**