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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.

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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.

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

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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.

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We stay busy at Gentle Spirit Horses! Find all our upcoming events here, from volunteer opportunities to fun days and fundraising events. 

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Dakota Showdown Trainer Applications Close March 15!

    2 March 2026
Dakota Showdown Trainer Applications Close March 15 If you’ve been thinking about applying… this is your reminder. The Dakota Showdown Horse Trainer Challenge isn’t just about ...
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Everyone give a big welcome to our new friend, Star!

    2 March 2026
Star is a much-loved teenage gelding who has come to us because he has lost a tooth and requires more time than his very busy family has to provide his day to day needs. It wasn't ...
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Greener Pastures

Goodbye, Simba!

    2 March 2026
Some losses hit hard, in crisis, or are devastating when a life is lost too soon. Others sneak up on you, quietly, but while sad, you can also be at peace. Today we had one of ...
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