Connecticut Draft Horse Rescue

Connecticut Draft Horse Rescue Lovingly Rescuing & Rehabilitating Draft Horses
Adopt, Foster, Donate, Volunteer, Educate Returning them to good health is at the forefront of our mission.

We know we can't save every horse, but for the ones we do save, their lives are completely changed. We believe that every horse, no matter its past, deserves respect, kindness, and love. Every draft horse deserves a chance at a new life and we are that chance for many horses who have no hope. We are honored each and every day to care for these beautiful animals and to provide them a place of refug

e, where they can feel secure and heal. Many of the horses at CDHR have previously suffered injuries and in some cases, abuse. Connecticut Draft Horse Rescue could not do any of its amazing work without you! We exist solely on donations and volunteers. Every dollar and hour donated goes to help these draft horses get proper medical care, a comfortable place to stay, a full belly, and lots of love to help them transition to their new lives.

Happy Monday from Max! 🐴☀️If your Monday isn’t off to the perfect start, Max would like to remind you that a smile, a go...
06/01/2026

Happy Monday from Max! 🐴☀️

If your Monday isn’t off to the perfect start, Max would like to remind you that a smile, a good friend, and a little extra hay can solve most problems. 😄

This handsome guy is starting the week the best way he knows how, making people laugh and soaking up all the attention. We could all learn a thing or two from Max about finding joy in the simple moments.

Wishing everyone a week filled with smiles as big as his and friendships as special as the ones we share with our horses. ❤️

Why Grooming Matters 🐴✨Polly enjoying a good grooming session and while it might look like simple pampering, grooming is...
05/31/2026

Why Grooming Matters 🐴✨

Polly enjoying a good grooming session and while it might look like simple pampering, grooming is actually an important part of horse care!

Regular grooming helps:
🐴 Remove dirt, mud, and loose hair from the coat
🐴 Improve circulation by stimulating the skin
🐴 Give volunteers a chance to check for cuts, bumps, swelling, or other concerns
🐴 Prevent skin issues that can develop under dirt and debris
🐴 Strengthen the bond between horse and volunteer

For many horses, grooming is also relaxing and enjoyable. It’s one-on-one time where they can soak up all the attention, scratches, and affection while we make sure they’re feeling their best.

Polly certainly wasn’t complaining about all the extra attention! ❤️

05/30/2026

🚗🏆 ONE WEEK TO GO! 🏆🚗

The countdown is on for our 4th Annual Horsepower Car Show at Powder Ridge, happening just one week from today!

Bring the whole family out for an unforgettable day filled with incredible cars, delicious food, live music, raffles, awards, yard games, scenic chairlift rides, zip lines, and so much more!

Don’t miss your chance to meet and greet CDHR’s beloved Clydesdale ambassadors, Pete & Sam, who will be joining us for photos and plenty of smiles.

Whether you’re a car enthusiast, horse lover, or just looking for a fun day out, there’s something for everyone. Come support Connecticut Draft Horse Rescue and help make this year’s event our biggest one yet!

📍 Powder Ridge Mountain Park & Resort
📅 June 6
⏰ 11 AM – 3 PM

Tag your friends and make plans to join us! We can’t wait to see you there! ❤️🐴🚘

For more event info, follow the links below!

🔗 ctdraftrescue.org/4th-annual-horsepower-car-show

🔗 Facebook.com/events/4345580992363972

Jackson’s Official Dress Code Reminder: 🐴Jackson wants everyone to know that the rescue is a judgment-free zone. Roll ou...
05/30/2026

Jackson’s Official Dress Code Reminder: 🐴

Jackson wants everyone to know that the rescue is a judgment-free zone. Roll out of bed, grab a coffee, and come see him today, pajamas, messy hair, fuzzy slippers (ok skip the slippers) and all. He promises not to judge your fashion choices… mostly because he’s currently lounging around in yesterday’s coat. 😴🤪

🕙 Visiting Hours Today: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Come say hello, get some horse snuggles, and enjoy a relaxing morning with the herd. Jackson will be here perfecting the art of doing absolutely nothing. ❤️

05/29/2026

It’s no secret that horse rescues are usually full of older horses who have spent their whole lives working hard and finally deserve the rest, quiet, and gentleness that comes with retirement.

So having not one, but TWO babies here, Loki and Tulip, has been such a different experience for all of us… in all the best ways. ❤️

Watching them grow, learn, change daily, and discover the world around them has been such a blessing. There’s something so special about seeing life through their curious little eyes.

And honestly? It’s not often you get to play soccer with your horses. 😂 Our big guys usually look at us like we’ve completely lost our minds when we try!

Please enjoy this video of Loki absolutely living his best life playing soccer with one of our volunteers. ⚽️ -------------------------




Our boy Nomad out here making us all look like we ordered the “small” version of horse handling. We swear he gets bigger...
05/29/2026

Our boy Nomad out here making us all look like we ordered the “small” version of horse handling. We swear he gets bigger every day… or maybe we just shrink by Friday. 🤷‍♀️❤️

Either way, this photo perfectly sums up the week:
tired, slightly chaotic, but surrounded by giant love. 🥰 -----------------------

Since January, Ella has been quietly dedicating her time to learning about CDHR, volunteering with us, and pouring her h...
05/29/2026

Since January, Ella has been quietly dedicating her time to learning about CDHR, volunteering with us, and pouring her heart into her school capstone project. A capstone project is a long-term, in-depth project students complete to showcase everything they’ve learned through research, hands-on experience, and real-world application and Ella chose to focus hers on something incredibly meaningful to her. ❤️

Tonight was her official presentation at our local middle school, and she absolutely shined! But she didn’t do it alone… guess who showed up to help represent CDHR? Sam and Pete! 🐴🐴

The boys were their usual wonderful selves, standing beside Ella as she shared her project with everyone who stopped by. Watching her confidently talk about rescue, drafts, and the work we do was such a proud moment for all of us.

Thank you, Ella, for your hard work, compassion, and dedication. The future of animal advocacy is bright with young people like you leading the way. 💫

Max checking to see if anyone brought snacks… realizing nobody did… and immediately deciding this farm is poorly managed...
05/28/2026

Max checking to see if anyone brought snacks… realizing nobody did… and immediately deciding this farm is poorly managed. 😒😂

Photo 1:
“Hello. I have concerns.”

Photo 2:
“I’ll be speaking to management from a distance.” 🐴

Loki just out here stopping to smell the flowers like the sweet little gentleman he is. 🌼💛 Pretty sure he believes every...
05/27/2026

Loki just out here stopping to smell the flowers like the sweet little gentleman he is. 🌼💛 Pretty sure he believes every flower basket on the farm was planted specifically for him. 😌 ----------------------

Shhhh… Belle is sleeping and dreaming of her person and forever home. ❤️The kind of home where soft voices, gentle hands...
05/27/2026

Shhhh… Belle is sleeping and dreaming of her person and forever home. ❤️
The kind of home where soft voices, gentle hands, and a full hay net are promised every day. Somewhere out there is someone who doesn’t even know yet that this beautiful girl is exactly who they’ve been waiting for. 🐴✨

https://www.ctdraftrescue.org/belle

Address

113 Chestnut Hill Rd
East Hampton, CT
06424

Opening Hours

Saturday 10am - 12pm
Sunday 10am - 12pm

Telephone

+18604676587

Website

https://app.partnerhq.com/public/e/2026-travelers-championship-birdies-for-charity/f/nonp

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