State Horse Councils Advisory Committee
The mission of the SHCAC, a standing committee of the American Horse Council, is to advise the AHC on state and local issues, to involve state horse councils in AHC activities, and to provide national leadership and a forum to network for state horse councils.  It represents all breeds and riding disciplines including racing, showing and recreation.

Unwanted Horse Coalition
The mission of the Unwanted Horse Coalition is to reduce the number of unwanted horses and to improve their welfare through education and the efforts of organizations committed to the health, safety, and responsible care and disposition of these horses. Online Directory of facilities that accept horses!  OWN RESPONSIBLY!

Licensed Horse Rescues in New Mexico
The state of New Mexico has strict requirements for licensed equine rescue facilities.  The following have met those requirements and received their licenses.  As additional facilities are licensed, they will be added to this list.

Walkin N Circles Ranch, Inc.
Providing a safe, comfortable home for horses who have been neglected, abused, or are no longer wanted by their owners.  Over 20 horses ready for immediate adoption.

Four Corners Equine Rescue
FCER is an all volunteer non-profit group dedicated to the rescue of horses, burros, and mules: their rehabilitation, and their adoption into good, loving homes.  At least a dozen horses ready for immediate adoption.

Bomar Equine Rescue
Bomar Equine Rescue is a nonprofit 501 (c) animal humane organization dedicated to rehabilitating abused and/or neglected animals throughout New Mexico. Our organization focuses primarily on hooved livestock, but we investigate and rescue all abused animals.  A few horses, dogs, and other animals may be ready for adoption.

The Horse Shelter
We are a not-for-profit organization dedicated to the rescue of abused and neglected horses within the State of New Mexico. Our home is near the town of Cerrillos, south of Santa Fe.  Up to 20 adoptable horses available at most times.

Desert Sky
Does not appear to have a website at present.

Perfect Harmony Animal Rescue and Sanctuary
Perfect Harmony Animal Rescue and Sanctuary was incorporated in late 1999 as a 501(c)(3) non profit corporation. Located in Chaparral, NM, a very low income, very poor community with too many animals. Horses and many other animals available for immediate adoption. 

TheHorse.com
This site has over 10,000 articles on horse welfare.  Free registration is required to read the entire articles.

My Equine Network
Lots of information about horse ownership, grouped into categories..  This young site is growing rapidly.  Register for free newsletter.
     NAIS - the most rational discussion available on the subject, on My Equine Network

Horse Welfare Guide
A booklet produced by the US Hunter Jumper Association focuses on horses in competition, but contains much useful information for recreational riders as well.

C. Jarvis Insurance Agency Newsletter
A wealth of information on many health and safety issues, plus much more, is contained in past newseltters.