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Rising Starr Horse Rescue in Wilton, Connecticut

Overview

About Rising Starr Horse Rescue

Rising Starr Horse Rescue is an animal rescue in Wilton, Fairfield County, Connecticut. Its name and records point to a focus on horses. It is registered with the IRS as a tax-exempt organization, recognized in 2016. The nearest other listed shelter or rescue is Bird Enclosures, about 1.8 mi away.

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41.22815, -73.49614

Animals & services

What Rising Starr Horse Rescue does

  • Pet adoption Not available
  • Accepts owner surrenders Not available
  • Lost and found pets Not available
  • Foster program Not available
  • Volunteer program Not available
  • Spay and neuter clinic Not available
  • Vaccination clinic Not available
  • Microchipping Not available
  • No-kill (stated) Not available
  • Wheelchair accessible Not available
  • Dogs Not available
  • Cats Not available
  • Rabbits and small animals Not available
  • Birds Not available
  • Reptiles Not available
  • Horses Yes
  • Farm animals Not available
  • Wildlife Not available
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Frequently asked questions

Where is Rising Starr Horse Rescue located?

Rising Starr Horse Rescue is at 93 Silver Spring Rd, Wilton, CT 06897 in Fairfield County.

What are the hours of Rising Starr Horse Rescue?

No opening hours are on record. Call at (203) 257-8345 or check its website before visiting; many shelters keep separate hours for adoptions, intake and lost-pet searches.

How do I adopt from Rising Starr Horse Rescue?

Start on risingstarrhorserescue.org, where most shelters and rescues list their adoptable animals and application form. Expect an application, a meeting with the animal and an adoption fee, which usually covers spay or neuter surgery, first vaccinations and a microchip. Rescues often place animals from foster homes, so meetings are by appointment.

Can I surrender a pet to Rising Starr Horse Rescue?

Call the shelter before you bring an animal in. Many shelters and most rescues take owner surrenders by appointment only, some charge a surrender fee, and some keep a waiting list. Ask whether they offer a rehoming program or pet food and vet assistance first; many surrenders can be avoided with short-term help. The municipal animal control shelter is usually required to accept animals from residents of its city or county.

Are donations to Rising Starr Horse Rescue tax-deductible?

Rising Starr Horse Rescue matches an IRS record for a tax-exempt animal welfare organization (EIN 47-4027991), with reported annual revenue of about $2,685,175. Donations to 501(c)(3) charities are usually tax-deductible; ask the organization for a receipt. Many shelters also post a wish list of supplies they need.