About HHMT

HHMT Director/Founder,
Janet Rose

Horse Haven Montana (HHMT) was founded in August 2007. It was established in response to what those who care about horses have seen as a growing problem: Good horses in need of good homes; and good people in need of the right horse for them. As with any relationship, equine or human, a mismatch is a recipe for disaster – not good for the horse or for the human. In addition, tough economic times, and a variety of other factors have made horse ownership challenging and at times, impossible. And while there are many wonderful training programs and clinics, there is still a great lack of information and understanding about our equine friends. Thus, HHMT was established.

In addition, a horse is a huge commitment and responsibility — a commitment of time, money, understanding and care. A well-meaning person might get a horse only to discover, it doesn’t fit into their lifestyle or their expectations. Sometimes, a horse is no longer wanted, needed or capable of being cared for. Financial situations change and owning a horse is expensive. What happens then? Too often, this results in a bad outcome for the horse.

Our primary goal is to rescue and place good horses that are adoptable into good, forever homes. But we care for them until a good home is found. We keep the number of horses in our care limited in order to have the best means possible to care for them indefinitely. This means high quality grass hay, feed and good living conditions with daily care, attention, grooming, training, hoof trimming and veterinary care as needed. Most horses eventually become available for adoption after a thorough review and interview process. Our adoption fees are kept deliberately low, much lower than a usual market price for a good horse but the fees are designed to both ensure a financial commitment to a particular horse and to help put resources expended, back into the program.

Currently, we do not have 501(c)(3) not for profit status but hope to in the near future. Our status is LLC. In the meantime, if you wish to help support a particular horse or wish to help out, you can always give an item of need for the rescue/adoption program such as tack, feed, office supplies, horse items or veterinary care, we welcome any support. Even something like artwork is helpful, as the sale of this can be used for the support of our efforts.

Our boarding facility is separate from our rescue and adoption services but it is all on one ranch and all are located in Huson, Montana — just west of Missoula in the heart of western Montana. We are very close to Interstate-90, making it convenient for travelers going east or west through the Missoula Valley.

Our Mission:

Education and Understanding to Enhance the Equine/Human Bond
& to Improve the Welfare of the Horse

To meet this mission, Horse Haven Montana:

  • Provides boarding, rescue and adoption services
  • Works to educate the public on critical equine issues and topics
  • Promotes programs, resources, and special clinics to enhance the equine/human bond

It is the belief and premise of Horse Haven Montana that by improving
our total understanding of the horse and our relationships with horses
that both horse and human will benefit and a partnership and bond will be enhanced.