GENTLE SPIRIT HORSES RESCUE
HELPING HORSES
in SOUTH DAKOTA
Gentle Spirit Horses is a rescue and sanctuary for horses based out of Scotland, South Dakota. Our mission is to provide assistance to neglected, abused and unwanted horses, and through outreach and education, promote responsible horse ownership.
Help Us Help Horses In Need
Gentle Spirit Horses is a rescue and sanctuary for horses based out of Scotland, South Dakota. Our mission is to provide assistance to neglected, abused and unwanted equines, and through outreach and education, promote responsible horse ownership.

Find your next best friend
GSH has several horses looking for new homes. Is your next horse here?

Get Involved
GSH is an all volunteer organization and we would love your help! Check out our volunteer page to see how you can help.

Get Help for Your Horse
We know that sometimes it is impossible to keep your horse, but you still want to keep it safe. We can help. Learn how and start the process.
Upcoming Events
We stay busy at Gentle Spirit Horses! Find all our upcoming events here, from volunteer opportunities to fun days and fundraising events.
Latest Articles, Updates & News
We’ve got some AMAZING news! Thanks to Greater Good Charities and The Foundation for the Horse, every single horse at Gentle Spirit Horses Rescue is getting vaccinated this spring — fully covered!...Read more

Spring has sprung — and that means the horses at Gentle Spirit Horses Rescue are shedding like crazy! They’re itchy, fuzzy, and in desperate need of a good grooming. Date: April 5, 2025 Time:...Read more

So many trainer interviews done this weekend ... just a few left! It's shaping up to be an absolutely amazing year for the Showdown! Most of last year's trainers are back and some talented new...Read more

Support the Mission
Find out how you can help us help horses and improve horse welfare. Make a financial contribution, visit our online shop, become a volunteer, or leave a legacy today.