Pony Up Rescue Collective

Help Horses Help People.

Pony Up Rescue Collective believes that horses are for everybody. We rescue, rehabilitate and rehome, share access, and give horses and people meaningful experiences with one another.

Pepper is a malnourished, neglected 1-year old gelding who we pulled out of the auction-to-slaughter pipeline on February 7th. He is quarantining before arriving home in mid-March. Pepper will join our herd of seven ponies and horses in various stages of rehabilitation and training.

Our rescues range in age from one to 34, from small ponies to small horses, across many breeds and backgrounds. All were in bad situations with high risk of shipping and little chance of rescue.

We are your community horse rescue.

Founded in January 2023 by seasoned horse handler and trainer Kelsey Merrow, Pony Up Rescue Collective Inc operates out of a private farm in Tivoli, NY.

20 horses and ponies rescued from the auction-to-slaughter pipeline so far!
11 horses rehomed on no-sale contracts
8 horses in current rehabilitation and training
350 free program hours per year
3400 volunteer hours in 2025 alone

The Collective is dedicated to rescuing horses from neglect, abuse, and imminent danger, and making the powerful connection between horses and people accessible to all, especially underserved communities.

Meet Pepper, our newest rescue

Through community wellness programs, equine-assisted activities and inclusive workshops, we invite those with limited access to horses to experience the healing and joy they can offer while building social skills and resources.

We welcome your tax-deductible donation today.