When considering the surrender of your horse, please keep in mind the significant costs involved in their ongoing care. The average cost of boarding a senior horse in California, without additional extras such as supplements, farrier care, dental care, or specialized shelter, can vary widely depending on location, the type of boarding facility, and the level of care provided. For example:

 – Basic Pasture Boarding: Typically ranges from $200 to $500 per month, which usually includes access to a pasture and minimal care.
– Full Care Boarding: Without the added costs of supplements or specialized care, this can range from $500 to $1,000 per month, covering feed, water, and basic care.

On average, the annual cost of boarding a senior horse in California, without these extras, can range from $2,400 to $12,000 per year and as a sanctuary we provide a forever home till it crosses the rainbow bridge.

To help us continue our mission, we ask for a one-time, tax-deductible donation of $3,500 when surrendering a horse. This contribution is essential for us to cover the significant expenses associated with horse care and ensures that we can continue to provide for all the horses in our care without jeopardizing our financial stability.

Understanding the Role of Sanctuaries, Shelters, and Rescues

Animal shelters, though well-meaning, often face limitations in space and resources, sometimes leading to euthanasia as a last resort. Shelters typically focus on adopting out animals to new homes, with adoption fees supporting their efforts. On the other hand, animal rescues work diligently to rehabilitate and rehome animals, finding them loving families.

However, animal sanctuaries, like Villa Chardonnay, offer a unique mission. We specialize in caring for animals who are often considered ‘unadoptable’—those with disabilities, chronic illnesses such as FIV or Feline Leukemia, neurological challenges, or those that have simply grown too old. These animals would otherwise face euthanasia at traditional shelters. Sanctuaries provide these precious souls with a forever home where they can live out the rest of their lives in peace, safety, and dignity, despite the trauma or hardships they’ve faced.

Yes, Villa Chardonnay Horses With Wings is an approved 501c3 non-profit organization as well as an accredited member of the Animal Sanctuary Association as of June 2019.

Schedule a visit to see if Villa Chardonnay is the perfect match for your feline friend! If it turns out to be a great fit, a surrender fee of $1000 will apply. Contact us!