FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
General FAQ
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A. No. The rescue is private property and for the safety and security of personnel and horses, all visits must be scheduled on our website.
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A. All of our horses have different diets and dietary restrictions, so we kindly ask you don’t feed our horses unless you have permission to do so.
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A. Yes, we have 3 goats: Lily, Holly, and Noelle. Lily has been with us the longest while Noelle and Holly arrived in December 2023. We are a rescue and sanctuary for horses but if there are other animals that need a home we can either accommodate or help you get to the best point of contact.
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A. At this time, we are at full capacity but we can assist in helping find a home elsewhere.
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A. Support the rescue by making financial donations, attending events, scheduling tours or grooming sessions, sponsoring a horse, visiting Hoof Prints Gift Shop, consulting our Amazon Wish List, becoming a volunteer and sharing information about the rescue on social media.
Services FAQ
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A: Fundraising Events on and off-site, grooming sessions, tours, community events, sponsorship opportunities, volunteer opportunities.
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A: Yes! Book here: https://www.bergencountyhorserescue.org/tours
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A: Yes! Book here: https://www.bergencountyhorserescue.org/tours
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A. Anyone who is over 18 years of age can book a session. If the session if for a minor then an adult must be present and engaged at all times.
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A. At this time we are at full capacity, but please email Erin at erin.bchr@gmail.com so that we can assist.
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A. Please contact Pat, our Fundraising Coordinator, at Pathp18bchr@gmail.com.
Social Media FAQ
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A. Yes, we are on Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, and LinkedIn.
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A. Yes! We encourage you to tag us and use the hashtag #bergencountyhorserescue on social media.
Farm Tour & Grooming FAQ
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No. The rescue is located on private property, and all visits must be scheduled and confirmed in advance.
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Tours generally last between 60 and 75 minutes.
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No. Each horse has individual dietary needs and restrictions, so visitors may not feed the horses.
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Yes. Visitors are welcome to take photographs and share their experience on social media.
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If weather conditions make the visit unsafe or uncomfortable, your guide will contact you to reschedule.
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No. Pets are not permitted during tours or grooming sessions.
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Wear comfortable, closed-toe walking shoes or boots and clothing appropriate for spending time outdoors on a working farm.
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Yes. Children under 18 must be accompanied and supervised by a parent or guardian throughout the visit.