Desert Pines Horse Rescue in Reno, Nevada
About Desert Pines Horse Rescue
Desert Pines Horse Rescue is an animal rescue in Reno, Washoe County, Nevada. Its name and records point to a focus on horses. It is registered with the IRS as a tax-exempt organization, recognized in 2019. The nearest other listed shelter or rescue is SPCA of Northern Nevada Shelter, about 2.3 mi away.
Map
39.60954, -119.81853
What Desert Pines 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
Nearby shelters and rescues
- SPCA of Northern Nevada Shelter4950 Spectrum Blvd, Reno, NVSPCA2.3 mi
- Spca Low Cost Spay Neuter Clinic of Reno840 E 5th St, Reno, NVSPCA5.3 mi
- SPCA Thrift Store401 Vine St, Reno, NVSPCA5.6 mi
- Palomino Valley Pet Rescue1285 Baring Blvd PMB 276, Sparks, NVAnimal rescue6.4 mi
- Chihuahua Rescue Truckee Meadows395 Freeport Blvd #1, Sparks, NVAnimal rescue6.9 mi
- SPCA Thrift Store1270 E Plumb Ln, Reno, NVSPCA7.4 mi
- Sugarland Ranch3510 Matterhorn Blvd, Reno, NVAnimal shelter7.6 mi
- SPCA of Northern Nevada Thrift Store75 E Moana Ln, Reno, NVSPCA8.2 mi
- Washoe County Regional Animal Services2825 Longley Ln, Reno, NVAnimal control8.7 mi
- Nevada Humane Society2825 Longley Ln, Reno, NVHumane society8.7 mi
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Where is Desert Pines Horse Rescue located?
Desert Pines Horse Rescue is at 3305 Sun Cloud Cir, Reno, NV 89506 in Washoe County.
What are the hours of Desert Pines Horse Rescue?
No opening hours are on record. Call at (775) 771-9162 or check its website before visiting; many shelters keep separate hours for adoptions, intake and lost-pet searches.
How do I adopt from Desert Pines Horse Rescue?
Start on desertpineshorserescue.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 Desert Pines 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 Desert Pines Horse Rescue tax-deductible?
Desert Pines Horse Rescue matches an IRS record for a tax-exempt animal welfare organization (EIN 83-1340004). 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.
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